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
465 verified ratings
1 Location
465 Ratings, 294 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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May 20, 2026
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excellent
May 19, 2026
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Excellent
May 18, 2026
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First and only visit so far and it went well
May 14, 2026
Very knowledgeable and takes time to listen to his patients!
May 12, 2026
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Excellent doctor
May 11, 2026
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Good practice
May 10, 2026
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great doctor best care possible.
May 9, 2026
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I want to thank the staff for going above and beyond in helping my disabled husband in and out of the car. These staff are amazing! Thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are the best!
May 9, 2026
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Great care
May 8, 2026
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Highly recommend for quality health service. They care about the patient.
May 8, 2026
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Highly recommend
May 8, 2026
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Great Doctor!
May 8, 2026
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Dr Howard is pleasant, respectful and seems to offer good information. The conversation is easy.
May 6, 2026
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Very knowledgeable; listens to what I had to say; friendly.
Apr 28, 2026
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It's the place to go to get good care.
Apr 22, 2026
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Good.
Apr 21, 2026
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friendly and professional
Apr 19, 2026
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Yes. A few family members are under Dr. Howard's care. All appreciate the service of his care and the office.
Apr 18, 2026
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He takes the time to listen and answer any and all questions, I’m not a number but a person when I go to his office. Also Courtney is awesome also with the follow up with results and getting back to me with questions.
Apr 18, 2026
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Dr Howard and staff are very friendly
Apr 16, 2026
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Very courteous and explained everything very impressed. Hopefully the hospital will treat him right so he won't leave
Apr 16, 2026
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Very professional !
Apr 16, 2026
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Dr.Howard and his staff are very professional. They take the time to listen to me. I feel as though Dr. Howard works to take my overall health into account, not simply my kidneys.
Apr 16, 2026
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Very good
Apr 15, 2026
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Great service
Apr 15, 2026
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Knowledgeable- friendly
Apr 13, 2026
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Dr Howard is knowledgeable, and an experienced, friendly professional, with a conservative approach to his work.
Apr 12, 2026
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He is very knowledgeable concerning my health. He does his homework. I would not go anywhere else,
Apr 11, 2026
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Excellent
Apr 11, 2026
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Great urologist that listens to you instead of just trying to tell you his thoughts only. He wants to know what you are thinking.
Apr 9, 2026
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Great Doc!
Apr 8, 2026
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Recommended
Apr 7, 2026
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Highly capable Urologist
Apr 6, 2026
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Excellent care. I felt that our give & take conversation & exam completely covered my concerns for seeing Dr. Howard.
Apr 6, 2026
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Great everyone was very professional
Apr 5, 2026
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Dr. Howard can be trusted to give excellent care
Mar 30, 2026
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Dr.Howard is a good person. He asks questions and listens to your answers.
Mar 28, 2026
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Only good things!
Mar 28, 2026
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We are very fortunate to have Dr. Howard in our area!
Mar 28, 2026
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Dr. Howard is intelligent and knowledgeable in his medical field and is focused on using his skills to provide his patients with quality urological care.
Mar 26, 2026
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Mr Howard is the Bomb!!!
Mar 25, 2026
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Dr. Howard is very helpful with information about your problem and what you need to know
Mar 25, 2026
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He is the third doctor I seen for my problem and was the most personal and knowledge on what I need To make things better
Mar 25, 2026
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Good at getting you into the office immediately
Mar 23, 2026
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Easy and smooth
Mar 23, 2026
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Everyone was very caring and I interacted with 5 people during my appointment. Dr. Howard is very kind and listens well.
Mar 18, 2026
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Very professional and attentive. Willing to listen to my concerns.
Mar 16, 2026
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I am confident I am receiving competent treatment
Mar 11, 2026
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Recomendcfor issues needed
Mar 11, 2026
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Very personable, easy to talk to and he takes the time to listen to you.