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Dr. Joseph Howard, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 60
Dr. Joseph Howard, MD
3.3 (15 Ratings)
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Dr. Joseph Howard, MD is an Internist in Duluth, MN.
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Dr. Joseph Howard, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 60
Duluth, MN
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Dr. Joseph Howard, MD is an Internist in Duluth, MN.

About

Dr. Howard graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School in 1995 and completed a residency at Abbott Nwestern/Allina Health Sy.Dr. Joseph Howard, MD is an Internist in Duluth, MN and has 29 years experience. Dr. Howard currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital and Community Memorial Hospital. Dr. Howard has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Howard received an average rating of 3.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 15 times. Dr. Howard's office accepts new patients. Dr. Howard is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Immunization Administration
Shortness of Breath
Joint Pain
Immunization Administration
Shortness of Breath
Joint Pain
Immunization Administration
Shortness of Breath
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Constipation
Dehydration
Fever
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Limb Pain
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Spasm
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Thrush
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Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Chronic Care Management
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alkalosis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bird Flu
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Bladder Atony
Bladder Infection
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Cluster Headache
Coccygeal Pain
Confusion
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Dermatitis Herpetiformis
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Eyes
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Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fibromyalgia
Folliculitis
Foot Infection
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Impetigo
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Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intertrigo
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Jock Itch
Knee Sprain
Laryngitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Leukocytopenia
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Lyme Disease
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Muscle Weakness
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nail Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Secondary Hypertension
Shingles
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Torticollis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Trigeminal Neuralgia
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Varicose Eczema
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Hepatitis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Wrist Sprain or Strain
Yeast Infections
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Diabetes Counseling
Pap Smear
Wellness Examination

Insurance Accepted

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  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Medicare Advantage HMO
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Security Health Plan (SHP)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Medica
  • National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthEOS PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • PreferredOne
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
  • Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin
  • Cigna
  • Ucare

Locations

  1. 1 St Luke's Internal Medicine Clinic
    1001 E Superior St Ste 401, Duluth, MN 55802
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (218) 249-7960
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 St. Luke's Hospital
    915 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55805
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (218) 249-5555
    Monday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Tuesday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Wednesday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Thursday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Friday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Saturday
    Closed Open 24 Hours
    Sunday
    08:00 - 17:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard
3.3
Based on 15 Reviews
5 Stars (7)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (6)

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Jun 09, 2023
Very attentive and smart. Took a lot of time with me. Works very hard.
— Jun 09, 2023
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Minnesota Medical School
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Abbott Nwestern/Allina Health Sy
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joseph Howard, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Howard's profile.

Dr. Joseph Howard, MD is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital and Community Memorial Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Joseph Howard, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. Luke's Hospital

    915 E 1st St, Duluth, MN

  • Community Memorial Hospital

    512 Skyline Blvd, Cloquet, MN