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Dr. Troy Howard, MD

Dr. Troy Howard, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Troy Howard, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Rapid City, SD and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine in 2010. He is affiliated with Monument Health Rapid City Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

241 Minnesota St Rapid City, SD 57701
(605) 791-0602

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

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Howard specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery & Otorhinolaryngology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Howard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Howard

4.4

14 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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1 Star
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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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Emily in Rapid City, SD – Dec 09, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rapid City – Sep 14, 2018
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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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dave J in Rapid City, SD – Feb 16, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 03, 2018
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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
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Erin Krueger in Rapid City, SD – Nov 01, 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tessa Curley in Rapid City,SD – Sep 16, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Steven Roemhildt in Rapid City, SD – Aug 10, 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pat in Custer, SD – Jun 08, 2017
Thank you Pat for choosing Dr. Howard for you...Read More
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rapid City, SD – Jun 06, 2017
Thank you for the wonderful feedback. We are so...Read More
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Phil Amor in Rapid City – May 15, 2017
No Phil, you are the man. :) We are so happy...Read More
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Don F in Alliance, NE – May 12, 2017
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. ...Read More
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biography

Dr. Troy Howard, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Rapid City, SD and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine in 2010. He is affiliated with Monument Health Rapid City 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.

  • The Ohio State University Medical Center & Nationwide Children's Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2011

  • University Of South Dakota Sanford School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2010

  • Brigham Young University

    Undergraduate School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
American Board of Physician Specialties®
American Board of Physician Specialties
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Otorhinolaryngology†
†Self designated 
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Dr. Howard is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office241 Minnesota St Rapid City, SD 57701
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    Practice

    Bailey JD & MP Merryman Et Al Partners2820 Mount Rushmore Rd Rapid City, SD 57701
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    Office101 E Minnesota St Rapid City, SD 57701
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Monument Health Rapid City Hospital

      353 Fairmont Blvd
      Rapid City, SD 57701

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

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