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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First time meeting Dr.Howell. He was personable, informative, and to the point.
(1 week ago)
Mar-2026
Thank you for all you do.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Everything was explained to me. Help was great with the exception of the online paperwork. Like the sign in which was actually a nightmare. I tried several times to fill it out and get coming to a store where I could not get answers to put in and couldn’t go on.
(2 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Good job,very professional and caring.
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
Very nice experience, All staff was Friendly and efficient, Dr Howell was the same , Guidewell set me up with the appointment and couldn’t be Happier. I’m very appreciative for all . My grandson is a PA and wanted to know how many cc was drawn off of my knee . Thanks again Art
(3 weeks ago)
Feb-2026
He did a great job. Thanks
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Very easy to talk with; listens well to concerns. Professional, explains diagnosis & treatment options fully, answers questions & seems genuinely interested in my wellbeing.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Howell is a excellent doctor and is easy to communicate with.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Dr. Howell is amazing, super skilled, easy to talk to, and truly cares. Couldn’t ask for a better surgeon!
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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First time meeting Dr.Howell. He was personable, informative, and to the point.
Thank you for all you do.
Everything was explained to me. Help was great with the exception of the online paperwork. Like the sign in which was actually a nightmare. I tried several times to fill it out and get coming to a store where I could not get answers to put in and couldn’t go on.
Good job,very professional and caring.
Very nice experience, All staff was Friendly and efficient, Dr Howell was the same , Guidewell set me up with the appointment and couldn’t be Happier. I’m very appreciative for all . My grandson is a PA and wanted to know how many cc was drawn off of my knee . Thanks again Art
He did a great job. Thanks
Very easy to talk with; listens well to concerns. Professional, explains diagnosis & treatment options fully, answers questions & seems genuinely interested in my wellbeing.
Dr. Howell is a excellent doctor and is easy to communicate with.
Dr. Howell is amazing, super skilled, easy to talk to, and truly cares. Couldn’t ask for a better surgeon!
Takes time to listen