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Dr. Michael Howard, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 49
Dr. Michael Howard, MD
4.9 (118 Ratings)
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Dr. Michael Howard, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Plano, TX.
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Dr. Michael Howard, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 49
Plano, TX
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience
Dr. Michael Howard, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Plano, TX.

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Dr. Michael Howard, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Plano, TX and has 21 years experience. They graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2003 and completed a residency at Mount Carmel Regional Medical Center.They currently practice at Plano Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center and are affiliated with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Parkwest Medical Center and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Frisco. Dr. Howard has experience treating conditions like Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Rotator Cuff Tendinosis and Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Howard received an average rating of 4.9/5 from patients and has been reviewed 118 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Howard is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Lateral Epicondylitis
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Rotator Cuff Tear
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Broken Arm
Arthrocentesis
Avascular Necrosis
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondromalacia
Elbow Bursitis
Elbow Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Peripheral Nerve Block
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Steroid Injection
AC Joint Injury
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle Fracture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Pointer
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Medial Epicondylitis
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Runner's Knee
Scapular Fracture
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tenosynovitis
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Metacarpal and Carpal
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand or Wrist Tendon Transfer
Hip Replacement
Joint Drainage
Knee Arthroscopy
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Orthopedic Surgical Procedures
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Shoulder Surgery
Trigger Finger Release
Wrist Replacement
Wrist Surgery

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Health Select
  • Medicare
  • Cigna POS
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Galaxy Health Network PPO
  • GEHA
  • National - First Health PPO
  • Preferred Care PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
  • Independent Medical Systems PPO
  • MVP Health Care PPO
  • Health Select

Locations

  1. 1 Office
    5228 W Plano Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093
    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
  2. 2 David Grant Usaf Medical Center
    101 Bodin Cir, Travis AFB, CA 94535
  3. 3 Texas Health Hospital
    1401 E Trinity Mills Rd, Carrollton, TX 75006
  4. 4 Office
    10810 Parkside Dr # 211, Knoxville, TN 37934

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard
4.9
Based on 118 Reviews
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4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (1)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (3)

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Apr 13, 2024
Selected Dr. Howard based on his education and reviews for shoulder problem.
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Care Philosophy
  • Our mission is to provide the highest quality of orthopedic care to our patients, with a personalized approach, integrity, community leadership, and an emphasis on Faith. The only consideration is what is best in the interest of our patients.

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Biography
  • Dr. Michael Howard, MD is an orthopedic surgery specialist in Plano, TX and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2003. He specializes in Orthopedic Surgery, Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Kansas School of Medicine
    2003
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?

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
  • Mount Carmel Regional Medical Center
    2008
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Mount Carmel Regional Medical Center
    2008
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Allegheny General Hosptial / Drexel College Of Medicine
    2009
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Howard, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Howard's profile.

Dr. Howard frequently treats the following conditions: Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Rotator Cuff Tendinosis and Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Michael Howard, MD is affiliated with Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center, Parkwest Medical Center and Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Frisco.

Yes, Dr. Michael Howard, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

    1901 Clinch Ave, Knoxville, TN

  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd, Knoxville, TN

  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Frisco

    5601 Warren Pkwy, Frisco, TX