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Dr. James Howell, MD

General Surgery*
Dr. James Howell, MD
4.6 (33 Ratings)

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Dr. James Howell, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Bossier City, LA.
Dr. James Howell, MD
4.6 (33 Ratings)
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Dr. James Howell, MD

General Surgery*
Bossier City, LA
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. James Howell, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Bossier City, LA.
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Dr. James Howell, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Bossier City, LA and has 29 years experience. They graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1995 and completed a residency at Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital.They currently practice at WK Bossier Surgical Associates and are affiliated with WK Bossier Health Center. At present, Dr. Howell received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 33 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Howell is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

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Locations

  1. 1 Willis-knighton Medical Ctr
    2400 Hospital Dr Ste 250, Bossier City, LA 71111
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Experience and Background Check

Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Lipomas
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Constipation
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Partial Lung Collapse
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Colectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Liver Biopsy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Abdominal Pain
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Toxic Megacolon
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Bile Duct Procedure
Colostomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Mastectomy
Orchiectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Skin Cancer Tumor Treatment

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howell
4.6
Based on 33 Reviews
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1 Star (3)

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Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna HMO
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. James Howell, MD is a general surgery specialist in Bossier City, LA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine in 1995. He specializes in General Surgery and Laparoscopic Surgery.
Biography
Specialties*
General Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Lsu Health Science Center University Hospital
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Howell, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Howell's profile.

Dr. James Howell, MD is affiliated with WK Bossier Health Center.

Yes, Dr. James Howell, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Dr. Howell has over 29 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • WK Bossier Health Center

    2400 Hospital Dr, Bossier City, LA

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