Overview
Board certified in thoracic surgery, Dr. Howell graduated with a degree in biology from the University of Texas at Arlington before earning his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas. He completed general surgery and thoracic surgery training at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center after which he served three years as assistant professor in thoracic surgery. Additionally, during residency, he completed a research fellowship at the National Heart and Lung Institute in London, UK. He has served in the past as a flight surgeon in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, earning the Air Force Meritorious Achievement Medal. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Oklahoma State Medical Association and Oklahoma County Medical Society.
Dr. Howell is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Heart Bypass Surgery.
Dr. Howell is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Oklahoma Bureau Of Narcotics And Dangerous Drugs , and Oklahoma State Board Of Medical Licensure & Supervision.
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608 N.W. Ninth St., Suite 2200, Oklahoma City, OK 73102
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Clifford Howell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Clifford Howell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Clifford Howell by calling their office at 405-231-3737. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Clifford Howell a top-rated expert for Pleurisy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Clifford Howell is classified as an Advanced expert for Pleurisy, 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. Clifford Howell specialize in?
While Dr. Clifford Howell is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Clifford Howell accept my insurance?
Dr. Clifford Howell accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 405-231-3737 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Howell isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Howell isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Mitral Valve RegurgitationDr. Howell isAdvanced. Learn about Mitral Valve Regurgitation.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Howell isAdvanced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
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- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Howell isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Advanced BronchoscopyDr. Howell isExperienced. Learn about Advanced Bronchoscopy.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Howell isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Howell isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Howell isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Howell isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.