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Dr. Aaron Howell, DO

Dr. Aaron Howell, DO

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Aaron Howell, DO is a physical medicine & rehabilitation physician in Vero Beach, FL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2008. He is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Vero Orthopaedics

3955 Indian River Blvd Vero Beach, FL 32960
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Howell specializes in the area of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Howell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howell

3.5
31 ratings, 15 with a written review
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Compassionate and funny
I'm 70. I've had probably a dozen visits with Dr. Howell. Thanks to him and the multi-pronged treatment plan he set up for me, I am back in my fitness class for the first time in 6 months. Thank you Dr. Howell!
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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Amy – Sep 29, 2023
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Back pain
Dr H was very informative and concerned about my issues. He expertly prepared me for the test process & he & his staff were very professional.
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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Sep 27, 2023
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Nice
Pleasant, informative and respectful. Pointed me in a direction I feel will be helpful.
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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Jim – Aug 16, 2023
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Fantastic appointment!
I was SO extremely impressed with my visit with Dr. Howell? He really took time with me to explain details from my MRI, in terms I could understand. He was honest, cordial, and left me feeling extremely confident in his services. He also answered all my questions and never made me feel like my health wasn’t important to him. He took a true interest in me and his manners were very professional. Meeting him for the first time was IMPRESSIVE!!! Thank you, Dr. Howell, for your information and guidance going forward. I appreciate 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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Teresa Giles – Aug 12, 2023
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Excellent physician
Extremely helpful and considerate. Mindful and professional in assessing healthcare and mitigating pain management. 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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Patricia Flaherty – Jun 29, 2023
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Excellent Dr.
Dr. Howell is the best Dr. out there if you are in need of answers AND solutions to pain relief. Dr. Howell healed my elbow in 2 visits that I could not get help with for a long time before seeing him. On top of his game, professional, friendly and kind. Thank you Dr. Howell.
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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Mark – Jun 21, 2023
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Nailed it
Found the source of the problem and fixed it
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, 2023
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Dr. Howell is very caring & listened to my concerns about sciatica & back pain. I received a shot 2 years ago & the pain was gone for 2 years. Just received shots for sciatica & the pain is gone. He & the staff at Vero Orthopedic are wonderful. I will continue to go there.
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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Apr 29, 2023
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Very helpful. Interested in my experience and point of view about my pain. Was very informative and explained things clearly. So glad I went to him for help.
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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Apr 28, 2023
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Great experience
This was a return visit to see Dr. Howell. He told me a while ago that if I ever needed him to just make an appointment and come back. What I truly appreciate is him teaching me exactly what the problem is and what my options are. He was very understanding and knowledgeable about my new cardiac condition and what medication’s would not be good for me, which I really appreciate because I’m learning all about it too. I would highly recommend Dr. Howell and have done so. My daughter, Ashley, is also a patient of Dr. Howell.
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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Apr 25, 2023
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Would not recommend.
I would never recommend or return to seen him, worst experience with a doctor I have every had.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 14, 2022
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Dr. Howell started me on pain medicine for 3 years. He continues to push for increasing pain medications when I asked him not to. Then in January he fired me for unknown reasons. I have to go through rehab because I am now hooked on pain pills. I hope that others will learn a lesson.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
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
11 others found this helpful
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Paul in Muscle Shoals – Apr 02, 2017
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Extremely rude. Ordered MRI and Urine tests. Spent 5 minutes with me. In and out. Did injections that did not help. Charged hundreds of dollars that went to his pocket. Then fired me when I told him that I was not better. My chiropractor has warned me not to go there. I should have listened.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Stults in Florence , AL – Dec 11, 2016
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Dr. Aaron Howell is very patient friendly. He listened to me very well and ask appropriate questions in order to help me. He made me feel comfortable while I talked to him. He explained my condition to me very well. He is working with me and he listens to me when we discuss my best options. He is helping me and I appreciate him for his direct honesty and his caring attitude. I am thankful for doctors like him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Patricia Howard in Florence, Al – Aug 15, 2016
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Do not go to Dr. Howell or his father if you have a work related injury. He will always give you a negative report and works for the employer. He gets paid by them not you. He did injections that did not work and falsely accused me of faking my injury. I had 2 back surgeries after my work injury.
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
16 others found this helpful
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Feb 07, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Aaron M Howell, D.O., is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at Vero Orthopaedics since 2018. He focuses on nonsurgical treatments for bone, joint, and muscle pain, including spine conditions. Dr Howell is skilled...read more

biography

Aaron M. Howell, D.O., is a board-certified physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at Vero Orthopaedics since 2018. He focuses on nonsurgical treatments for bone, joint, and muscle pain, including spine conditions. Dr. Howell is skilled...read more
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

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  • West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation®
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
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Locations

Vero Orthopaedics

Vero Orthopaedics3955 Indian River Blvd Vero Beach, FL 32960
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital

    1000 36th St
    Vero Beach, FL 32960
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety 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.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

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