Overview
Christopher Howe, MD specializes in surgical and non-surgical care of the spine. He has volunteered at a rural hospital in Bangladesh, Tabatha Homeless Shelter and with Doctors Ought to Care. Dr. Howe practices at VOA's Renton and Covington clinics. Clinical Focus: Spine Surgery Hospital Affiliation: Valley Medical Center, Renton Fellowship Training: Harborview Medical Center/University of Washington, Spine Fellowship Residency: University of Washington, Department of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine University of Washington, Department of General Surgery Medical School: University of North Dakota School of Medicine.
Dr. Howe is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.
Dr. Howe is board certified in American Board Of Orthopaedic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Howe is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
27005 168th Pl Suite #201, Covington, WA 98042
4011 Talbot Road S., Suite 300, Renton, WA 98055
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher R. Howe
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher R. Howe?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher R. Howe by calling their office at 253-630-3660. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher R. Howe a top-rated expert for Spondylolisthesis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher R. Howe is classified as an Distinguished expert for Spondylolisthesis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher R. Howe specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher R. Howe is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, and Cervical Spondylosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Christopher R. Howe participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher R. Howe has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spondylolisthesis. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher R. Howe's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher R. Howe accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher R. Howe accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-630-3660 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Howe isDistinguished. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Cervical SpondylosisDr. Howe isDistinguished. Learn about Cervical Spondylosis.
- Spinal StenosisDr. Howe isDistinguished. Learn about Spinal Stenosis.
- SpondylolisthesisDr. Howe isDistinguished. Learn about Spondylolisthesis.
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- Cervical Disc SurgeryDr. Howe isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Disc Surgery.
- Foot DropDr. Howe isAdvanced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Herniated Disc SurgeryDr. Howe isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disc Surgery.
- Herniated DiskDr. Howe isAdvanced. Learn about Herniated Disk.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Howe isAdvanced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- LaminectomyDr. Howe isAdvanced. Learn about Laminectomy.
- Experienced
- Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisDr. Howe isExperienced. Learn about Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis.
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeDr. Howe isExperienced. Learn about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
- Fractured SpineDr. Howe isExperienced. Learn about Fractured Spine.
- KyphosisDr. Howe isExperienced. Learn about Kyphosis.
- OsteoarthritisDr. Howe isExperienced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
- Sacroiliac Joint DiseaseDr. Howe isExperienced. Learn about Sacroiliac Joint Disease.