James Howard, M.D.
Urology
MyMichigan Urology Medical Office Building
509 Osborn Boulevard, Suite 320
Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Directions
4.8 out of 5
452 verified ratings
1 Location
452 Ratings, 277 Comments
The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
AI Overview
Patients consistently praise Dr. Howard for compassionate, knowledgeable, and thorough urology care. Many note he listens, explains conditions and procedures in plain language, and takes time with patients. Staff professionalism and courtesy are frequently mentioned. A few comments note occasional communication gaps (missed callbacks, locked office) but overall trust, successful outcomes (including life‑saving surgery), and strong recommendations are prominent.
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Oct 23, 2026
Thorough, professional and easy to talk to. I feel confident in the care that I receive from Dr. Howard and his staff.
Oct 16, 2026
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Excellent
Oct 12, 2026
The best experience, physician and staff
Oct 12, 2026
I was referred to Dr Howard via a trip to the MyMichigan hospital in Sault Ste. Marie on [DATE]. I consider myself very fortunate that I received the referral.
Oct 12, 2026
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Dr Howard is an excellent physician and l couldn’t ask for better care.
Oct 12, 2026
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Dr. Howard is very knowledgeable and concerned with my well being. He listens to my concerns and guestions and puts me at ease. Dr. Howard explains everything in terms I can understand.and I will highly recommend him to family and friends.
Oct 11, 2026
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Very good
Oct 8, 2026
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Experience was poor to fair at best
Oct 7, 2026
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He has always been a great listener thank you Dr Howard for caring.
Oct 6, 2026
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He does ok!
Oct 2, 2026
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Knowledgeable and professional
Sep 30, 2026
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I was very satisfied with everything I experienced.
Sep 30, 2026
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Dr. Howard and his staff are very helpful. They listen and give you their opinions.
Sep 27, 2026
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Very professional
Sep 25, 2026
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Dr Howard is a very good doctor and I would highly recommend him
Sep 25, 2026
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The staff is the best. I am so pleased with how they treated me and how professional and caring they were.👌
Sep 24, 2026
He always greets me with a handshake and a smile. He’s always very well prepared to share my test results and offer suggestions for healthy living and willing to put my age and health status in an appropriate context. We’re fortunate to have this doctor in our community.
Sep 24, 2026
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Dr. Howard is a kind, Excellent, caring professional!
Sep 24, 2026
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Dr. Howard is very well informed and helpful addressing my concerns and questions. His personal manner is second to none. I rarely have long to wait between having a nurse take my vitals and review my medications before seeing the doctor. We are fortunate to have him servicing our community.
Sep 24, 2026
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See him
Sep 16, 2026
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Excellent. Highly reccommesd
Sep 14, 2026
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Friendly Staff, very helpful, Dr Howard answered all my questions and help me understand what was going on after my surgery.
Sep 12, 2026
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This was my first appointment with Dr. Howard.He was very friendly. After reviewing why I was there he said physical therapy would be a good idea and gave me some home exercises until I can get scheduled with the PT department.
Sep 10, 2026
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Dr Howard and his staff are extremely good at what they do as well as being very kind and considerate.
Sep 4, 2026
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You receive great care
Sep 4, 2026
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Excellent care.
Sep 4, 2026
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Recommend
Sep 2, 2026
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Great care
Sep 2, 2026
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Good dr
Sep 2, 2026
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The experience was professional, timely, thorough and friendly. I came away feeling good about the experience and my health.
Aug 31, 2026
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Very professional and great at their job.
Aug 30, 2026
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Excellent
Aug 27, 2026
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Dr Howard was very up front on what I needed to know, and told me and showed me what I needed to see and hear. Very informative.
Aug 26, 2026
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Excellent
Aug 21, 2026
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He and his staff are outstanding and would recommend him as there doctor
Aug 20, 2026
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That you will get great service by the provider and his staff, they will listen and work with you to reach your goals
Aug 20, 2026
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He really had no clue why we were even there eventhough all records were sent. Didn’t really find out anything beyond what we already knew.
Aug 17, 2026
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Very friendly and knowledgeable
Aug 15, 2026
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I found Dr Howard respectful, professional, knowledgeable, ccouurrteous. I have. Told several friends about him & recoommendedd him
Aug 14, 2026
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I appreciate my visit with Dr Howard. He was not hurried and gave me added information about the pathology from my report. His aggressiveness about pursuing my prostate pathology and disease progression lead to rapid treatment with the better possible outcome.
Aug 13, 2026
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That it was one of the best place to receive care and to have as a medical facility
Aug 13, 2026
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Very pleased exclent care!
Aug 12, 2026
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I would highly recommend Dr Howard!!
Aug 12, 2026
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Would refer them to Dr Howard
Aug 10, 2026
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Good and professional
Aug 8, 2026
Very good
Aug 8, 2026
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Good provider. I have recommended Dr. Howard to many people.
Aug 8, 2026
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Very good
Aug 8, 2026
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Always focused on the best approach to Urology treatment needs.
Aug 7, 2026
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Is was great