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Dr. Athena Howard, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 63
Dr. Athena Howard, MD
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Dr. Athena Howard, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Durham, NC.
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Dr. Athena Howard, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 63
Durham, NC
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Athena Howard, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Durham, NC.

About

Dr. Athena Howard, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Durham, NC and has 36 years experience. They graduated from West Virginia University in 1988 and completed a residency at WV University School of Medicine - Charleston Area MC.They currently practice at Durham Veterans Affairs Medical Center. At present, Dr. Howard received an average rating of 4.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Howard is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Durham Va Medical Center
    508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705
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  2. 2 Durham Va Medical Center
    508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705
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Jan 31, 2017
Thorough, concise, listens to assess routine medical concerns and deal with urgent needs - above average patient care. Encourages you to follow preventive measures to improve your health as well as meet the existing medical situation.
Radford, VA — Jan 31, 2017
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • West Virginia University
    1988
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • WV University School of Medicine - Charleston Area MC
    1991
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Yes, Dr. Athena Howard, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.