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Dr. John Howard, MD

Dr. John Howard, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
25+ years of experience

Dr. John Howard, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Williamsburg, VA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Howard has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures and Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER / CANCER CENTER in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center and Riverside Walter Reed Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 38 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (38 reviews)

Practice

5408 Discovery Park Blvd Ste 300 Williamsburg, VA 23188
Telehealth available

Dr. Howard is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Howard specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Howard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard

3.8

38 ratings, 18 with a written review
5 Star
66%
66%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
11%
11%
1 Star
21%
21%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Scott and Anna Cochran – Oct 05, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Jen – Jan 26, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Apr 07, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Sep 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Williamsburg , VA – Aug 28, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Williamsburg, VA – Sep 26, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
JONAH. BELL in Williamsburg – Jul 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
David in Williamsburg, VA – Apr 13, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
happypatient in Williamsburg, VA – Mar 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Ken S in Williamsburg – Feb 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nick in Gloucester, VA – Feb 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Hayes, VA – Feb 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Daniel in Gloucester, VA – Feb 04, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Gloucester, VA – Feb 03, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Janice in Providence Forge, VA – Nov 09, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Liv in Williamsburg, VA – Oct 20, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Howard, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Williamsburg, VA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Howard has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures and Upper Respiratory Conditions....read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • University Of Rochester / Cancer Center

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Howard is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Hampton Roads Otolaryngology Associates5408 Discovery Park Blvd Ste 300 Williamsburg, VA 23188
    1

    Practice

    Hampton Roads Otolaryngology Associates PLLC901 Enterprise Pkwy Ste 300 Hampton, VA 23666
    2
    Office5659 Parkway Dr Ste 220 Gloucester, VA 23061
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center

      100 Sentara Cir
      Williamsburg, VA 23188
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Riverside Walter Reed Hospital

      7519 Hospital Dr
      Gloucester, VA 23061

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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