Richard Howell, M.D. is a Fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Injuries and Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, and Hip Arthroscopy. His clinical interests include Shoulder Dislocations and Labral Tears, Rotator Cuff Tears, Shoulder Arthritis and Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement), Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears, Multiple Ligament Knee Injuries, Meniscus Tears, Cartilage Damage, Hip Labral Tears, Femoroacetabular Impingement, and Joint Preservation.
Richard Howell, M.D. is a Fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Injuries and Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, and Hip Arthroscopy. His clinical interests include Shoulder Dislocations and Labral Tears, Rotator Cuff Tears, Shoulder Arthritis and Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement), Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears, Multiple Ligament Knee Injuries, Meniscus Tears, Cartilage Damage, Hip Labral Tears, Femoroacetabular Impingement, and Joint Preservation.
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Z
(1 week ago)
May-2026
In addition to Dr Howell being excellent, my X-ray Technician, Darlene, was fantastic!
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Have had a few appointments he and staff have taken great care of me
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Very kind and listened to me. Did a good exam and informed me on what I should do to aid my recovery.
(2 weeks ago)
Apr-2026
Great customer service. Very attentive
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Rushed through my appointment, as a new patient I would think he spent more time to know patient
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
I thought Dr. Howard one was amazing very thorough and very to the point exceptionally great doctor
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
Lucky to have Dr. Howell for my surgery.
(1 month ago)
Apr-2026
The office staff was proficient in securing a referral which is a feat. They secured prior studies and moved the appointment along.
Dr Howell was truly a professional, he listened to my aliments and issues with limited mobility, pain. He accessed the physical limitations and provided options.
Richard Howell, M.D. is a Fellowship trained Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Injuries and Surgery, Shoulder Surgery, and Hip Arthroscopy. His clinical interests include Shoulder Dislocations and Labral Tears, Rotator Cuff Tears, Shoulder Arthritis and Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement), Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tears, Multiple Ligament Knee Injuries, Meniscus Tears, Cartilage Damage, Hip Labral Tears, Femoroacetabular Impingement, and Joint Preservation. Dr. Howell is a native of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. He attended Messiah College in Grantham, Pennsylvania and earned a Bachelor’s degree, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He went on to receive his Medical Doctorate from Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia where he was also inducted into the medical honors society. Following medical school, Dr. Howell remained at Drexel University for five years of orthopaedic surgery residency training with extensive experience in joint replacement and trauma surgery. He was selected as Chief Resident during his final year. He then completed a fellowship in Sports Surgery at University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. His fellowship encompassed all areas of sports surgery, in addition to an emphasis on shoulder replacement and hip arthroscopy.
Dr. Howell has published manuscripts in peer-reviewed scientific journals on the subjects of meniscus injury, nerve blocks for knee surgery, and spine column injuries. He has presented his research at orthopaedic meetings and frequently gives lectures to train other surgeons.
He served as Team Physician for the Chinese National Olympic Men’s and Women’s Volleyball teams, Women’s NBA Chicago Sky, University of Chicago, and Concordia University.
In his free time, Dr. Howell enjoys running, golf, hunting, attending sports events, and being on the water. His wife, Marta, is a native Floridian. Together they enjoy traveling, hiking, and anything outdoors.
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Z
In addition to Dr Howell being excellent, my X-ray Technician, Darlene, was fantastic!
Have had a few appointments he and staff have taken great care of me
Very kind and listened to me. Did a good exam and informed me on what I should do to aid my recovery.
Great customer service. Very attentive
Rushed through my appointment, as a new patient I would think he spent more time to know patient
I thought Dr. Howard one was amazing very thorough and very to the point exceptionally great doctor
Lucky to have Dr. Howell for my surgery.
The office staff was proficient in securing a referral which is a feat. They secured prior studies and moved the appointment along. Dr Howell was truly a professional, he listened to my aliments and issues with limited mobility, pain. He accessed the physical limitations and provided options.
Very polite !!! And very prompt!!