Dr. Michael Howard, MD
Orthopedic Surgery*
20+ years of experience
Dr. Michael Howard, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Plano, TX and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Howard has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine in 2003. He is affiliated with medical facilities Legent Orthopedic Hospital and Dallas Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
4.9 Star Rating
Based on 126 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (126 reviews)
Practice
5228 W Plano Pkwy Plano, TX 75093Make an Appointment
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Dr. Howard's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard
4.9
126 ratings, 113 with a written review
| 5 star | 94% | 94% |
| 4 star | 3% | 3% |
| 3 star | 1% | 1% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 2% | 2% |
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Good Experience
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, 2024
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Well run organization
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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Scott C. – Jul 04, 2024
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Fractured humerus upper arm
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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Becky Rafferty – Jul 03, 2024
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Very Impressed
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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Jun 08, 2024
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Rotator cuff surgery
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- I didn't feel respected
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Charlie – Jun 06, 2024
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Excellent physician
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 petty – May 23, 2024
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Best orthopedic surgeon
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 23, 2024
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Great initial visit
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 27, 2024
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I felt heard and that I was not just an other number. I liked that they sat at your level, to speak to you. They did not stand over you.
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 27, 2024
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Great doctor
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, 2024
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Shoulder pain
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 13, 2024
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I feel very confident that Dr. Howard will successfully operate on my shoulder. He’s very energetic and ready to proceed.
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 11, 2024
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He delivered as promised!
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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Bob Gerwer – Mar 08, 2024
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Fab doctor, great care and great 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Great surgeon. Great follow-up, fabulous staff. – Mar 08, 2024
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Exceptional practice and practitioner
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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Rochelle Mandelcorn – Feb 29, 2024
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Great Surgeon for Rotator Cuff 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Great Shoulder Surgeon – Dec 08, 2023
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Excellent 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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Dec 07, 2023
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Great Doctor and practice
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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Dec 07, 2023
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Listening, explanations, suggestions skills excell
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
What could be improved
- Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 02, 2023
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Excellent surgeon. I had no issues after xurgery
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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Paula Collar – Oct 05, 2023
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Howard to family and friends is 4.857143 out of 5
About Me
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.biography
Michael S. Howard, M.D. joined Plano Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center in January 2017 and is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellowship trained in surgery of the hand and upper extremity. Dr. Howard specializes in arthroscopic and reconstructive...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Bone & Joint Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
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Allegheny General Hosptial / Drexel College Of Medicine
Fellowship Hospital, 2009Mount Carmel Regional Medical Center
Internship Hospital, 2008Mount Carmel Regional Medical Center
Residency Hospital, 2008Allegheny General Hospital Drexel University College Of Med
Fellowship Hospital, 2008University Of Kansas School Of Medicine
Medical School, 2003Mid America Nazarene University, Olathe, Kansas
Undergraduate School, 1998Midamerica Nazarene University
Undergraduate School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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- Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
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81%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% lower than the national average
74%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% lower than the national average
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