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Dr. Matthew Howard III, MD

Dr. Matthew Howard III, MD

Neurosurgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Matthew Howard III, MD is a neurosurgeon in Iowa City, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1985. He is affiliated with Iowa Health Care. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242
Telehealth available

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Dr. Howard III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Howard III specializes in the area of Neurosurgery. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Highly Recommended Hospital
    Patients recommend this hospital to family and friends. See hospitals
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Dr. Howard III's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard III

3.5

19 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
11%
11%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
26%
26%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
TODD ALLEN OETKEN – May 04, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
Helpful
Cory Feltner – Dec 12, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jo Marie Elkema in Marion, Iowa – Jul 25, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bob Palmer in Nevada, Iowa – Dec 23, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melisa in Davenport, IA – Nov 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Coach J in Des Moines, IA – Jul 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Matthew Howard III, MD is a neurosurgeon in Iowa City, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX / NORTHERN CALIFORNIA CAMPUS in 1985. He is affiliated with Iowa Health Care. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Neurosurgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Phoenix / Northern California Campus

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Neurological Surgery®
Neurosurgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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Dr. Howard III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurosurgery

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    Locations

    Practice

    University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Iowa Health Care

      200 Hawkins Dr
      Iowa City, IA 52242
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

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

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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