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Dr. Johnny Howton, MD

General Surgery* Age 63
Dr. Johnny Howton, MD
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Dr. Johnny Howton, MD is a General Surgeon in Waco, TX.
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Dr. Johnny Howton, MD

General Surgery* Age 63
Waco, TX
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience
Dr. Johnny Howton, MD is a General Surgeon in Waco, TX.

About

Dr. Howton graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Johnny Howton, MD is a General Surgeon in Waco, TX and has 34 years experience. Dr. Howton currently practices at Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Colorectal & General Surgery and are affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest and Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple. Dr. Howton has experience treating conditions like Hemorrhoids among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Howton received an average rating of 4.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 43 times. Dr. Howton's office accepts new patients. Dr. Howton is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Anoscopy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hemorrhoids
Anoscopy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hemorrhoids
Anoscopy
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Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hemorrhoids
Colorectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Constipation
Small Intestine Cancer
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Obstruction
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Colectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Anal Disorders
Anal Prolapse
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cancer
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Varices
Fecal Incontinence
Gallbladder Diseases
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pouchitis
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Anal Cauterization
Appendectomy
Bladder Stimulator Implant
Bladder Surgery
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colon Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Humana
  • Blue Advantage HMO
    Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • WellPoint
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
  • Aetna
  • Medicare
  • Open Access
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Medicaid
  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest Colorectal & General Surgery
    50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 105, Waco, TX 76712
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4.4
Based on 43 Reviews
5 Stars (34)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (5)

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Patient Reviews
Oct 27, 2021
Very good about talking about procedures and options. My surgery to remove 1/3 of my Colon went extremely well. Still have the Rx for pain but never had enought pain to need it.
LEE BROWN — Oct 27, 2021
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

Internship

Internship
  • Baylor University Medical Center
    1991
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Baylor University Medical Center
    1996
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Johnny Howton, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Howton's profile.

Dr. Johnny Howton, MD is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest and Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple.

Yes, Dr. Johnny Howton, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Hillcrest

    100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Waco, TX

  • Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple

    2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX