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Dr. Richard Howell, MD
Orthopedic Surgery* Age 41
Dr. Richard Howell, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)
Dr. Richard Howell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Clearwater, FL.
Dr. Richard Howell, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)

Dr. Richard Howell, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 41
Clearwater, FL
Accepting new patients
Dr. Richard Howell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Clearwater, FL.

About Dr. Richard Howell, MD

Dr. Howell graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed a residency at Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Richard Howell, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Clearwater, FL. Dr. Howell has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain, Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, Chondromalacia, Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder, Humerus Fracture, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Shoulder Fracture among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Howell received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Howell's office accepts new patients. Dr. Howell is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery.

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Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Joint Pain
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Chondromalacia
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Humerus Fracture
Steroid Injection
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Shoulder Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Tenosynovitis
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Tear
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Ligament Tears
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Total Shoulder Replacement
Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
Patellar Disorders
Internal Derangement of Knee
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Broken Arm
Rotator Cuff Tear
Tibial Fracture
Miner's Knee
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis
Somatic Nerve Block
Patellar Chondromalacia
ACL Surgery
Peripheral Nerve Block
Shoulder Bursitis
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Shoulder Osteophyte
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Bursitis
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Avascular Necrosis
Femur Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Patellar Tendonitis
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Knee Sprain
Limb Pain
Elbow Sprain
Biceps Tendon Repair
Knee Tendinitis
Meniscus Surgery
Hip Fracture
Patellar Fracture
Knee Fracture
Cervical Radiculopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Hip Replacement
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Elbow Bursitis
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Back Pain
Gout
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AC Joint Injury
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Arthritis of the Shoulder
Ataxia
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Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cartilage Disorders
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Vertigo
Chondrocalcinosis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Compartment Syndrome
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Osteophyte
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Infection
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Herniated Disc
Hip Impingement
Hip Labral Tear
Hip Sprain
Hip Tendinitis
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Ligament Injuries
Knee Osteophyte
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Medial Epicondylitis
Muscle Cramping
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patella Tendon Tears
Patellar Dislocation
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Injuries
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rib Fracture
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacral Fracture
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Labral Tear
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Trigger Finger
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthroscopic Glenoid Labrum Repair
Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair
Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
Bicep Repairs
Bursal Drainage
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Arthroscopy
Elbow Dislocation Open Reduction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Elbow Tenotomy
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Humerus
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Labral Repair
Hip Labrum Repair
Hip Replacement Revision
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Neuroplasty
Patellar and Quadriceps Tendon Repairs
Patellar Tendon Repair
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection (PRP)
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Separated Shoulder Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Surgery
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Shoulder Stabilizations
Synovial Biopsy
Thoracic Outlet Decompression
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Wound Repair

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
    Curative PPO Plus
  • National (BlueCard) PPO

Where Dr. Richard Howell, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Orthopaedic Specialties of Tampa Bay Inc
    1011 Jeffords St Bldg C, Clearwater, FL 33756
  2. 2 Bay Area Emergency Physicians LLC
    8839 Bryan Dairy Rd, Seminole, FL 33777
  3. 3 Musculoskeletal Institute Chartered
    2414 Enterprise Rd, Clearwater, FL 33763
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  4. 4 Orthopaedic Associates of West Florida PA
    430 Morton Plant St Ste 301, Clearwater, FL 33756
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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Oct 28, 2025
I was referred to Dr. Howell by my primary care doctor, I could not be any more pleased with his care, skills and my results of my shoulder surgery.
— Oct 28, 2025
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Meet Dr. Richard Howell, MD

Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Specialties*
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Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Howell communicate via email?
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Does Dr. Howell offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
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Does Dr. Howell offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Howell have free onsite parking?
61 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Howell offer weekend visits?
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Does Dr. Howell offer evening visits?
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FAQs About Dr. Howell's Practice

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Dr. Howell frequently treats the following conditions: Joint Pain, Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis, Chondromalacia, Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder, Humerus Fracture, Osteoarthritis of Shoulder and Shoulder Fracture. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Howell, MD is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Howell, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
What’s a board certification and why is it important that my provider has one?

A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.
Internship
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
Internship
Residency Hospital
  • Drexel University College of Medicine
Residency Hospital
Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Chicago
Fellowship Hospital

Hospitals Where Dr. Richard Howell, MD Practices

  • Morton Plant Hospital

    300 Pinellas St, Clearwater, FL

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