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Dr. Clifford Howe, MD

Dr. Clifford Howe, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Clifford Howe, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Pueblo, CO. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CommonSpirit St. Mary-Corwin Hospital and CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

1619 N Greenwood St Ste 309 Pueblo, CO 81003

Dr. Howe is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Howe specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Howe's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howe

4.2
21 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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1 star
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Dr was an awesome Dr. He took the time to explain what was going on with me. He's the one that had me tested for Sleep Apnea & help me get the treatment for it. I was saddened to hear he no longer works at the Greenwood. He will be missed by many people I know & thought the world of him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Jody Latka – Jun 28, 2023
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Horrible!
Waited for an hour with no other patients in the office. No one checked on me. After 45 minutes of waiting, one other patient came in & was taken immediately bach while I just kept on waiting. Never seen anything like it before in my 50 years.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 other person found this helpful
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Bart Price, M.Ed – Sep 16, 2022
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It’s my body I know it best
I felt scolded at the end of the appointment when I asked about having a scope to look at mt larynx. Dr. Howe told me he already looked at it and stated he already told me what was happening. Problem is I still think the larynx needs scoped - my voice has changed and it’s been over two months now without improvement. I have acid reflux and allergies and I believe the larynx has been damaged. That is why I came to see him. I asked my primary to refer me to someone else who would take time to look instead of just telling me to cut dairy and order a sleep apnea test.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Callico Vargas – Sep 05, 2022
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Dr. Howe is a unique Doctor with genuine care for his patients. I've seen him for the pre & post care for thyroid cancer. He has been amazing with me with whole time. He has exceptional bedside manners, listens to your concerns, addresses the processes and his nurse DeAnn is the best. I got lucky when I decided to see him for my care. While he doesn't perform thyroidectomies anymore, he referred me out to an amazing surgeon in Colorado Springs, but continued my after care. In fact, my husband was so impressed with him, he decided to see him about bone overgrowth in his nasal area. Dr. Howe performed surgery on my husband and he has been more than happy with the results.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Karen – Jun 17, 2022
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Dr Howe is the most knowledgeable ENT specialists I've ever met. He is well versed in multiple levels of research and skilled in a diverse repertoire of procedures and treatments. Not hard to look at and great sense of humor! Enjoy my visits with him always and he always makes me feel better
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
D. Kelly – Jan 10, 2022
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He and his staff performed at above a 5 star rating. His knowledge and explanation of the issue to me at a layman's level was outstanding. What a pleasure to have this doctor. His pre and post op bedside manner was excellent. He did a fantastic job in correcting my issue. I had virtually no pain after the surgery. He was always available to have me come in to the office quickly to address my concerns face to face. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Rich Pepe – Mar 26, 2021
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I last saw him in 2013 and I hope to see him again soon. He is a very nice person and a highly skilled ent physician.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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H. Sarper – Jan 01, 2020
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Dr, Howe changed my life!!! After septoplasty I can breathe and sleep without interruption. His sense of humor is amazing. He explains everything in depth. If you can't breathe, he is THE MAN!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Helpful
Nan in PUEBLO, CO – Dec 01, 2018
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Excellent choice if you need an EMT. Spends quality time with patient, offers suggestions, alternative treatment that is non-invasive, and natural recommendations. Always pleasant , listens to the patient.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Phyllis in Pueblo, CO – Jul 25, 2017
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Front desk was a mess. No one knew what they were doing. The lady who answered was very argumentative and acted like she was highly inconvenienced. When I arrived, the two ladies proceeded to talk to each other for at least 30 seconds while I waited to check in at the window. I waited for >1 hour to see the physician. He was very arrogant, cocky, rude, and dismissive. Showed little concern for my medical problem and instead wanted to argue about the meds that my other drs had me on.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 20, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Clifford Howe, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Pueblo, CO. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as CommonSpirit St. Mary-Corwin Hospital and CommonSpirit St. Thomas More Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Des Moines Va Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • Desmoines Va Medical Center

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Dr. Howe is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Greenwood Ear Nose & Throat Specialists PC1619 N Greenwood St Ste 309 Pueblo, CO 81003
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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

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    • Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      87%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

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    • Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center

      23500 US Highway 160
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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      86%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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