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Dr. Galen Howard, MD

Dr. Galen Howard, MD

Urology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Galen Howard, MD is a urologist in Denton, TX and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Howard has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from Baylor University in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Medical City Denton and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 57 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (57 reviews)

Urology Clinics of North Texas - Denton Office

3537 S Interstate 35 E Ste 315 Denton, TX 76210

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(940) 536-0706

Dr. Howard is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Howard specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Howard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard

3.7

57 ratings, 31 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
2%
2%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
28%
28%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Aug 07, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 28, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Garry H. – Jul 28, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 28, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gerald Stevenson – Jul 27, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 27, 2023
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What could be improved
No results
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DoMo – Jul 27, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
5 people found this helpful
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Jun 19, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 11, 2023
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May 03, 2023
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No results
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Ben Smith – Mar 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Arlene Timmins – Mar 28, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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W. Hazel – Feb 08, 2023
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jason – Aug 24, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
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Aug 14, 2020
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Maggie C – May 19, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Martin – Nov 10, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Sep 06, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Howard completed his Urology training at The University of Texas Health Science Center in 2007. Since then he has been providing a broad spectrum of urologic care to both men and women in Denton, Texas. He provides medical and surgical options...read more

biography

"Dr. Howard completed his Urology training at The University of Texas Health Science Center in 2007. Since then he has been providing a broad spectrum of urologic care to both men and women in Denton, Texas. He provides medical and surgical options...read more

  • Urology

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  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Dr. Howard is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Urology Clinics of North Texas - Denton Office

    Urology Clinics of North Texas - Denton Office3537 S Interstate 35 E Ste 315 Denton, TX 76210
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical City Denton

      3535 S Interstate 35 E
      Denton, TX 76210
      Recipient of 15
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton

      3000 N Interstate 35
      Denton, TX 76201
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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