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Dr. Gene Howard, MD

Dr. Gene Howard, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Gene Howard, MD is an ophthalmologist in Mount Pleasant, SC and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Trident Medical Center and Roper Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 144 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (144 reviews)

Practice

1101 Clarity Rd Ste 100 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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Dr. Howard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard

4.6
144 ratings, 109 with a written review
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Most Experienced For Blepharoplasty
The most experienced in blepharoplasty. He also removed fat from my lower eyelids to make my face look ten years younger. Highly recommended.
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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Apr 23, 2025
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Very delicate stiching
Dr Howard did an Amazing job ! My dermatologist removed a large area of skin cancer from my eye lid and Dr Howard did an amazing job of stitching it back together. The stall was very pleasant and reassuring. You would never know I ever had anything done. Extremely relieved, happy and satisfied. I recommend Dr. Howard 100%.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 23, 2025
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eyelid lift surgery for my wife
Great experience. Highly recommend. Very kind Doctor. Had two friends that had it done at other doctors. They had terrible bruising. My wife had no bruising. Would highly recommend!
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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Apr 21, 2025
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Feeling Good
For years my under eye puffiness has been problematic. Dr. Howard performed the surgery to remove the bags and I have never felt or looked better. He is a patient, kind and gentle doctor who even called me himself to check up on my recovery. I highly recommend Dr. Howard.
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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Apr 15, 2025
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Beautiful results
I’m so pleased with the results of my upper and lower lid surgeries. My upper lids were sagging over my eyelashes and my lower lids had severe bags. All of those things were corrected and I look 20 years younger. I feel so much more confident about the way I look and it’s fun to put makeup on again. Thank you, Dr. Howard. I was referred to you by many people in the community everyone said you were the best and you definitely are!
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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Apr 15, 2025
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Great Experience
I found Dr. Howard to be patient, caring, compassionate, and knowledgeable. He took all the time needed to ensure I fully understood my procedure and the likely outcome.
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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Mar 22, 2025
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I had a droopy eyelid effecting my vision. Dr Howard provided great pre and post instructions and followed up the day after the surgery. The surgery went very well with little to no bruising and provided the lift my lid needed. All appointments and the surgery were conducted at the scheduled time.
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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Mar 06, 2025
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Eye Lid Surgery
I would highly recommend Dr. Howard for the amazing surgery he did with my eye lids. I have been needing this for some time and was a little nervous. As soon as I met him and he answered all my questions and thoroughly explained the proceed, I knew this was the doctor I must have to do the operation. I have the utmost respect for him and his very kind and efficient staff.
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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Nancy Longueil – Mar 02, 2025
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Eye lids surgery
Excellent experience and results. Worth the drive from Myrtle Beach!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 20, 2025
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Basal Cell Skin Cancer Reconstruction
Dr. Howard is truly a gifted surgeon. I had MOHS (Dr. Joel Cook, MUSC) for a large basal cell carcinoma in close proximity to my eye and lower eyelid. The MOHS surgery left a very large defect and Dr. Howard beautifully reconstructed the area. Dr. Howard personally called me the day after surgery to see how I was doing and gave me his cell phone number in case I had any questions or concerns. He always, and promptly, responded to my calls. His calm and reassuring demeanor together with the compassion and caring for his patients is extraordinary. The staff members in his office are exceptionally kind and caring. I’m so thankful and highly recommend Dr. Howard!
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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S Getts – Feb 12, 2025
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Super Professional
Dr Howard is super professional is very talented yet comes across with humility. I highly recommend Dr Howard for upper and lower cosmetic eye surgery.
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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Dec 12, 2024
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Excellent experience
Staff was courteous, friendly and informative. Dr Howard was very professional and explained everything.I had plenty of time to ask questions and fully understand what the treatment entailed. I had eyelid surgery, and Dr. Howard personally called me the next day to check on me. I have never had that happen before with a Dr. I would highly recommend!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Nov 09, 2024
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Very Professional
Dr. Howard is an awesome ophthalmologist! He provided detailed information about my procedure in a caring and professional manner. His staff was also very professional and competent. I believe that he is definitely one of the best in his area of expertise!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 10, 2024
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Absolutely professional
On time. Caring manner. Like able staff. Never rushed. Procedure was painless as was recovery.Stitches were art. Results were as led to believe they would be. In this day of assembly linedoctors it was especially nice to find a doctor who put his patients first and did not sub outparts of the process. HIGHLY RECOMMEND
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Glenn sledge – Aug 29, 2024
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Upper and lower surgery
Dr Howard and staff did a great job.I had upper and lower blepharoplasty. I am very pleased with the outcome. I had very little bruising. My eyes are more symmetrical than before. Good info before the surgery and excellent instructions for the after care.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 13, 2024
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Would not entrust my eyes to anyone else!
From my consultation to my post operative visit, Dr. Howard was thorough, explained my procedure completely, answered all my questions, and was patient, friendly, and unhurried during my office visits. He spoke with me at length right before my procedure and was a calm and reassuring presence. Everyone from his office staff to his surgical staff are professional and efficient. My results are sheer perfection and far exceeded all of my expectations!
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 31, 2024
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FANTASTIC SURGEON
Dr. Howard is phenomenal. His credentials are superb. He is friendly, caring, and informative. His staff is excellent. He performed an upper and lower blepharoplasty that was outstanding. I highly recommend him.
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 23, 2024
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Telehealth
Dr. Howard was caring, efficient and on time. He did a great job.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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 21, 2024
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Perfect & Painless Eye Surgery
Dr Howard was informative, attentive, nurturing, gave all options & made me feel safe about the upcoming lid lift surgery. As to surgery, could not have been better-properly: no wait time, properly sedated, felt comfortable, professional with clear instructions for after surgery care! Dr Howard gave a personal call the next day to check on me which I thought was above & beyond in this day & time-such a welcome touch! I’m very pleased with my surgery & can see clearly now!
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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Donna Farmer – Jul 20, 2024
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Dr Howard is great!
I had some cosmetic ye surgery to improve vision and remove bags. Aside from having to wait a little while to get into see Dr Howard (the best usually are a little booked up), the treatment and support were first rate. Dr Howard responded quickly to concerns and provided excellent follow-up advice. His whole staff (particularly Sam) were great.
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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Dan – Jul 07, 2024
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Internationally recognized oculoplastic surgeon Gene Howard M D specializes in eye related plastic and cosmetic services that can help you look and feel your best Dr Howard received a bachelor s degree from Bowdoin College in Brunswick Maine He...read more

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  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
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American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Locations

Practice

Carolina EyeCare Physicians LLC1101 Clarity Rd Ste 100 Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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(843) 793-5437
Office1101 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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(843) 881-3937

Practice

Carolina EyeCare Physicians LLC2060 Charlie Hall Blvd Ste 201 Charleston, SC 29414
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
(843) 722-2010
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