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Dr. John Hower, DO

Dr. John Hower, DO

General Surgery*

Dr. John Hower, DO is a general surgeon in Natrona Heights, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities AHN Wexford Hospital and Allegheny Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 5 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

1629 Union Ave Ste 4 Natrona Heights, PA 15065

Make an Appointment

(724) 671-1161

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hower is affiliated with AHN Wexford Hospital Wexford, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hower specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hower's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hower

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6 ratings, 3 with a written review
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He performed the hernia operation on me in late summer. Had an office visit before the surgery and he was right on time thorough and very understanding. At the surgery he was thorough and answered all my questions and the surgery went unremarkable. Have had no problems whatsoever. The follow up visit he was on time. I highly recommend Dr. Hower for robotic hernia operation.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 23, 2020
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Dr. Hower was recommended to my mother and our family following a brief hospitalization. Dr. Hower was kind, didn't talk down to my mom or me or my siblings. He even took the after hours telephone calls with some post discharge concerns. I wouldn't hesitate to use this man again if ever needed!
What went well
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What could be improved
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May 29, 2019
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Dr. Hower performed my surgery for an intestinal obstruction. I feel very fortunate that he was the doctor I got in an emergency situation. I liked his attitude and he answered questions, explaining the process, making me feel less fearful in a time of stress. The surgery was successful and I am on the way to recovery. I feel that he saved my life and I would highly recommend him. So far, I have only seen him in a hospital setting and have not yet had my office follow up visit.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sarver, PA – Sep 28, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Hower, DO is a general surgeon in Natrona Heights, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities AHN Wexford Hospital and Allegheny Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine

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

Practice

Highlands Surgical Association1629 Union Ave Ste 4 Natrona Heights, PA 15065
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Allegheny Valley Hospital1301 Carlisle St Natrona Heights, PA 15065
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Nantucket Cottage Hospital57 Prospect St Nantucket, MA 02554
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • AHN Wexford Hospital

    12351 Perry Hwy
    Wexford, PA 15090
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Allegheny Valley Hospital

    1301 Carlisle St
    Natrona Heights, PA 15065
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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