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Dr. Randy Howard, MD

Dr. Randy Howard, MD

Gastroenterology*

Dr. Randy Howard, MD is a gastroenterologist in Hendersonville, TN. Dr. Howard has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Esophageal Disorders, and Pancreatic Disease. He is affiliated with medical facilities TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center and TriStar Skyline Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 47 reviews 3 Star Rating (47 reviews)

Locations

Gastroenterology and Hepatology, PLLC

Gastroenterology and Hepatology, PLLC107 Glen Oak Blvd Ste 202 Hendersonville, TN 37075
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Howard is affiliated with TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center Hendersonville, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Howard specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals
  • Quiet HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals

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Dr. Howard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard

3.0

47 ratings, 16 with a written review
5 Star
45%
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4 Star
0%
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3 Star
6%
6%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
45%
45%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
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Feb 13, 2025
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 22, 2022
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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
1 person found this helpful
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James Vintzel – Feb 01, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 25, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Glenda Holmes – Sep 30, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
James Royal – Aug 20, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hendersonville, TN – Jul 07, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lebanon, TN – May 04, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Christy Henry in Brentwood, TN – Apr 26, 2017
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Cynthia Crabtree in Bethpage, TN – Feb 24, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sandra Buzard in Hendersonville, TN – Jan 25, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Goodlettsville, TN – Jan 06, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Katy P in Hendersonville – Sep 20, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
susan whitefield in gallatin – Aug 03, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Phoenix, AZ – May 10, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
10 people found this helpful
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Brooke Moss in Hendersonville, TN – Feb 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Randy Howard, MD is a gastroenterologist in Hendersonville, TN. Dr. Howard has extensive experience in Gastrointestinal Disorders, Esophageal Disorders, and Pancreatic Disease. He is affiliated with medical facilities TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center and TriStar Skyline Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Gastroenterology

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

  • Gastroenterology Fellow Case Western

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Reserve - Metro Health Medical Center Cleveland Oh

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Kentucky

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Gastroenterology
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center

    355 New Shackle Island Rd
    Hendersonville, TN 37075
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • TriStar Skyline Medical Center

    3441 Dickerson Pike
    Nashville, TN 37207
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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