Michael A. Howard, MD

Plastic Surgery

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4.9 out of 5

1,018 verified ratings

Patient Reviews

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified patient experiences collected from independently administered surveys. The overall rating is an average of all responses to the survey questions listed below. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions.
Likelihood to Recommend
4.9

4.9out of 5(1,018 Ratings, 418 Comments)

Jan 30, 2024
I have faith in Dr. Howard’s abilities.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Jan 26, 2024
Dr. Howard is wonderful and so easy to talk with and ask questions to. He truly makes you feel like a person not just another surgery.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Jan 22, 2024
Great rapport builder, Thorough, active listening, excellent communication and obviously outstanding surgeon.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Jan 20, 2024
Kind, caring, & excellent surgeon
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Jan 10, 2024
Very knowledgeable, gave me options and explained very well what to expect. Answered all my questions.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 30, 2023
Fantastic doctor. Very competent
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 29, 2023
Great bedside manner, easy to talk to. Very professional and he made my overall experience great. I felt comfortable at Lake Forest.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 29, 2023
Excellent credentials Skilled surgeon
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 26, 2023
He was experienced, understood my situation, and gave sound advice.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 22, 2023
I would definitely recommend Dr Howard to others as he is polite, professional, and took the time to explain the treatment plan. Dr Howard is wonderful! Genuinely cares for his patients.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 22, 2023
Great talented and professional team. They delivered!
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 19, 2023
See above. He is simply an elite professional in his field.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 19, 2023
He is very caring and makes sure everything is correct before proceeding.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 18, 2023
He’s experienced and very good.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 16, 2023
Skilled, caring, communicative, talented, and ab le to execute on projected plan for reconstruction. I feel safe with this plastic surgeon and his team.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 13, 2023
Dr. Howard is an excellent doctor. He cares for his patients, is very honest and has a comforting bed side manner.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 12, 2023
Takes time to answer all questions.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 10, 2023
Dr Howard is very nice, well educated, listens to you, and did a great job for mt surgery. He is a breath of fresh air and I am very thankful for his reconstructive skills.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 5, 2023
Very happy and grateful to have had such a great doctor like Dr. Howard through my cancer treatment.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 4, 2023
Very professional
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Dec 1, 2023
Service and expertise
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Nov 28, 2023
One of the best in his field. Came highly recommended by my surgeon Dr [name], who’s opinion, I regard in the highest.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Nov 18, 2023
Wonderful bedside manner
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Nov 14, 2023
He is kind and compassionate, and always gives me options. I received excellent post op care after my last surgery.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Nov 11, 2023
Dr. Howard has made me feel complete again. My surgery went smooth, my recovery was minimal and he explained the whole process along the way. Plus he has a great bedside manner.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Nov 10, 2023
Dr. Howard is very kind, professional, friendly and extremely knowledgeable! Very impressed with how Dr. Howard approaches Healthcare! Dr. Howard loves his professional work as a physician and he genuinely cares about people! Facing reconstructive breast surgery after having undergone a double mastectomy, I feel that I am in safe hands with Dr. Howard! I’m very grateful!
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Nov 10, 2023
Excellent human being and as a doctor he is the best.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Nov 7, 2023
See above. He's easy to converse with, he takes notes and review them at the beginning of each appointment. I love the way he follows up.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Nov 6, 2023
He is a very skilled surgeon with great bedside manner.
Published on Sep 1, 2024
Nov 6, 2023
Professional, friendly,compassionate
Published on Sep 1, 2024