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Dr. Howard Ross, MD

Dr. Howard Ross, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Howard Ross, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Rochester in 1992. He is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

3401 N Broad St Philadelphia, PA 19140
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(215) 707-3133

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ross specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Ross' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ross

4.5
16 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
88%
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4 star
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3 star
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1 star
13%
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best doctor I have had since my father dr William j sabol dr ross was so sweet all the time not complaints here very sweet dr sabol and ross thank you at least I am normal today I had colonrectal surgery with blockages cleared it up I am comfortable now no [ain no weight loss coul have killed me saved me from dying thankyou
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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loraine sabol – Feb 17, 2020
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I saw Dr. Ross in August 2018 for a surgery consultation for Crohn's disease. Five minutes after meeting him, I knew he was the surgeon for me. Dr. Ross answered all of my (and my husband's) questions in a way that we truly understood and put me at ease for a surgery I wasn't sure I wanted. Two weeks later he performed my surgery and changed my life for the better! Dr. Ross (and his staff) were caring and attentive from beginning to end. I could not have asked for a better team of doctors!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2019
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Showed up 45 minutes late for surgery, he forgot about it. No apologies though. When he failed to find the problem he placated me with "I want to get to the bottom of the as much as you do" so he passed me off to another doctor who is "top in his field". Unfortunately, he refused to even see me because he is an oncologist and I don't have cancer! Dr. Ross let me down and instead of admitting he didn't know or couldn't help me, he sent me down a rabbits hole- not what I needed!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Norristown, PA – May 23, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Howard Ross, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Philadelphia, PA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Rochester in 1992. He is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • University Of Rochester

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Temple University Hospital3401 N Broad St Philadelphia, PA 19140
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Hackensack University Medical GR Organ Transplant20 Prospect Ave Ste 404 Hackensack, NJ 07601
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Hackensack University Medical Center360 Essex St Ste 303 Hackensack, NJ 07601
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Office20 Prospect Ave Ste 403 Hackensack, NJ 07601
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Hackensack University Medical Center

    30 Prospect Ave
    Hackensack, NJ 07601
    Recipient of 29
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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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

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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