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Dr. Michael Howard, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*•Male•Age 52

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*

Dr. Michael Howard, MD is a cosmetic, plastic & reconstructive surgery specialist in Lake Forest, IL and has over 26 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and Evanston Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Michael Howard, MD

Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

1000 N Westmoreland Rd # Bb Lake Forest, IL 60045
Telehealth services available

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(224) 271-4250
Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

(224) 271-4250

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Howard is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital Lake Forest, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Howard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard

4.5

77 ratings, 43 with a written review
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  • 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
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Alyssa – Mar 16, 2024
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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
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Stacy Teslenko – Oct 27, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Aug 11, 2020
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Leslie Gearig – Jul 29, 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
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M.K. in Barrington, IL – Jun 21, 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
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David Andrew in Skokie, IL – Jun 03, 2019
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May 08, 2019
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May 01, 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
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Teresa in Niles, IL – Nov 08, 2018
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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
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Kathy P. – Oct 03, 2018
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What went well
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What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Sep 08, 2018
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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
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Tucson, AZ – Jul 07, 2018
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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
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Sofia in IL – Jun 19, 2018
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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
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Molly in Evanston – May 02, 2018
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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
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Mark Raynard in Glenview, IL – Apr 24, 2018
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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
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Mar 11, 2018
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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
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Mar 07, 2018
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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
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Mar 06, 2018
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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
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Mar 04, 2018
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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
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Mar 03, 2018
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Specialties*

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
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Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center

Fellowship Hospital, 2004

Georgetown University School of Medicine

Residency Hospital, 2003

Emory University School of Medicine

Medical School, 1997

  • English
  • Arabic
  • Spanish
  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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    Does Dr. Michael Howard, MD accept new patients?

    New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Michael Howard, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Howard's profile.

    What is Dr. Michael Howard, MD's office address?

    Dr. Howard's office is located at 1000 N Westmoreland Rd # Bb, Lake Forest, IL 60045. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    What languages does Dr. Michael Howard, MD speak?

    Dr. Michael Howard, MD is fluent in 3 languages: English, Arabic, and Spanish.

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    Locations

    Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

    Northwestern Medical Group - Women's Services1000 N Westmoreland Rd # Bb Lake Forest, IL 60045
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital

    1000 N Westmoreland Rd
    Lake Forest, IL 60045
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    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

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    Evanston Hospital

    2650 Ridge Ave
    Evanston, IL 60201
    Recipient of 15
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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