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Dr. Richard Howell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 39
Dr. Richard Howell, MD
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Dr. Richard Howell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Clearwater, FL.
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Dr. Richard Howell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 39
Clearwater, FL
Accepting new patients
Dr. Richard Howell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Clearwater, FL.

About

Dr. Howell graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed a residency at Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Richard Howell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Clearwater, FL. Dr. Howell currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital and AdventHealth North Pinellas. Dr. Howell has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain and Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Howell received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 11 times. Dr. Howell's office accepts new patients. Dr. Howell is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.

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Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Humerus Fracture
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Steroid Injection
Arthrocentesis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Clavicle Fracture
Femur Fracture
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hip Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Osteophyte
Tenosynovitis
Wrist Fracture
ACL Surgery
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Peripheral Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Somatic Nerve Block
AC Joint Injury
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Shoulder
Ataxia
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Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cartilage Disorders
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Impingement
Hip Labral Tear
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Injuries
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Muscle Cramping
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patella Tendon Tears
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rib Fracture
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Labral Tear
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthroscopic Glenoid Labrum Repair
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Bicep Repairs
Biceps Tendon Repair
Bursal Drainage
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Labral Repair
Hip Labrum Repair
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Neuroplasty
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Shoulder Stabilizations
Synovial Biopsy
Thoracic Outlet Decompression
Total Shoulder Replacement
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Orthopaedic Specialties of Tampa Bay Inc
    1011 Jeffords St Bldg C, Clearwater, FL 33756
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (727) 446-5993
  2. 2 Morton Plant Hospital
    300 Pinellas St, Clearwater, FL 33756
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (727) 446-5993
  3. 3 Office
    1011 Jeffords St Bldg B, Clearwater, FL 33756
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howell
4.3
Based on 11 Reviews
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Dec 24, 2024
Dr. Howell is caring, compassionate and very thorough. I have a lot of confidence in him.
Karen Doherty — Dec 24, 2024
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

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

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Internship

Internship
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Chicago
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Howell, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Howell's profile.

Dr. Howell frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain and Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Howell, MD is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital and AdventHealth North Pinellas.

Yes, Dr. Richard Howell, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Morton Plant Hospital

    300 Pinellas St, Clearwater, FL

  • AdventHealth North Pinellas

    1395 S Pinellas Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL