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Dr. Richard Howells II, MD

Dr. Richard Howells II, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Howells II, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Altoona, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia University in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Conemaugh Nason Medical Center and UPMC Altoona. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

3341 Beale Ave Altoona, PA 16601
Telehealth available
(814) 944-5357

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Howells II specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck 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.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Howells II' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howells II

4.0

16 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Phyllis Steed – Apr 04, 2025
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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
What could be improved
No results
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DIANA SMYCHYNSKY – Aug 11, 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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none – Jun 01, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Thomas Brouse in Altoona, PA – Jan 10, 2019
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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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Peggy in Duncansville, PA – Oct 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Jess in Altoona, PA – Oct 03, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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dana in Ebensburg, PA – May 06, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Richard Howells II, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Altoona, PA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia University in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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  • West Virginia University

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Ear Nose and Throat Associates of Central PA PC3341 Beale Ave Altoona, PA 16601
1

Practice

Nason Medical Center LLC105 Nason Dr Roaring Spring, PA 16673
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Conemaugh Nason Medical Center

    105 Nason Dr
    Roaring Spring, PA 16673

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • UPMC Altoona

    620 Howard Ave
    Altoona, PA 16601
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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