Dr. Howland graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine in 1979 and completed a residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center.Dr. John Howland, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Southbridge, MA and has 45 years experience. Dr. Howland currently practices at John S Howland MD and are affiliated with UMass Memorial Healh Harrington Hospital. Dr. Howland has experience treating conditions like Pharyngitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Howland received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 7 times. Dr. Howland's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Howland is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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John S Howland MD
141 Main St Ste 2, Southbridge, MA 01550
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Mar 15, 2017

I've been going to Dr. Howland for years now. He is a wonderful doctor and is very understanding. Everybody likes him because he does listen to you. He gets to know his patients and he's just such a pleasent doctor. He's the best!! Carolyn Baylies

Harrison, NJ — Mar 15, 2017

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Education

Medical Education

Tufts University School of Medicine
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Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center

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Dr. Howland in specializes in Family Medicine. See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Howland frequently treats the following conditions: Pharyngitis. See more on Sharecare.

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Dr. Howland's office is located at 141 Main St Ste 2 Southbridge, MA 01550. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.

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Dr. Howland provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. John Howland, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. John Howland, MD is affiliated with UMass Memorial Healh Harrington Hospital.

Is Dr. John Howland, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. John Howland, MD holds board certification in Family Practice.

Does Dr. John Howland, MD receive good ratings from patients?

Dr. John Howland, MD has a star rating of 4.4/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.

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UMass Memorial Healh Harrington Hospital
100 South St, Southbridge, MA

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