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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
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Outstanding Dr Terrible Communication
Dr. Howells has performed procedures for me snd he is outstanding. Their office is HORRIBLE communicating. You can NEVER get anyone on the phone and they don’t return messages. I tried for 5 days. An infection which could've easily been treated with an antibiotic and office visit ended me in the ER. A practice is useless when you cant reach your Dr to get a follow up for a surgical procedure infection. The only contact I had was with a night answering service Dr who told me what I already know “Go to the ER”. Sure spend lots of money in the ER when a simple Dr visit would’ve healed it by now.
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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NO NEED TO WORRY WITH DR. HOWELLS. I HIGHLY RECOMMED HIM. HE IS CAPABLE OF HANDLING YOUR SITUATION AND IS VERY CARING. HE TAKES TIME WITH YOU AND DOESN'T RUSH OUT OF THE ROOM TO THE PATIENT. HE DID THE BALLON PROCEDURE ON MY SINUS AND OPENED UP THE MAXILLARY AREA. THIS WAS DONE ON JULY 31, 2020 AND TODAY IS AUGUST 11, 2020 AND ALREADY I CAN BREATHE BETTER. I WORRIED MYSELF SICK OVER THIS SO PLEASE DON'T DO THAT!! ITS ALL GOOD. I AM VERY HAPPY EVEN THOUGH IT MEANT SURGERY.
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
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DIANA SMYCHYNSKY – Aug 11, 2020
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Dr. Howells is thorough, intuitive and extremely capable. He answers questions with honesty, logic, and respect. Intelligence, common sense and compassion are his hallmarks. He is an excellent doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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none – Jun 01, 2019
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OUTSTANDING IN EVERYWAY. Could not find a better ENT. Lucky to have a physician of his expertise in our area.
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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Thomas Brouse in Altoona, PA – Jan 10, 2019
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Dr. Howels has been my doctor for quite some time. He has done several surgical procedures on my sinuses over the past fifteen years. He is patient, always available for questions and I find him quite good at what he does.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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I have had 3 procedures done by Dr. Howells. He put a temporary set of tubes in my ears at age 27. They got infected, a few days after surgery. 3 years later I had those tubes replaced and those tubes got infected. The pain is so severe, I can’t hear, and there’s pus leaking out of my ear. Last, actually it was the 2nd procedure he did, was a sinus procedure to open to pathways to my sinuses and clear out my sinuses. This only made made things worse. Come to find out I DIDNT NEED IT DONE.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Jess in Altoona, PA – Oct 03, 2018
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Great doctor and great staff!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others 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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