Overview
Douglas Howerton is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in Chesapeake, Virginia.
Dr. Howerton is highly rated in 59 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, Choledocholithiasis, Endoscopy, and Pancreatectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Howerton is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
736 Battlefield Blvd N, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Howerton has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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. Douglas H. Howerton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas H. Howerton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Douglas H. Howerton by calling their office at 757-312-8121. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Douglas H. Howerton a top-rated expert for Acute Pancreatitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Douglas H. Howerton is classified as an Distinguished expert for Acute Pancreatitis, 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. Douglas H. Howerton specialize in?
While Dr. Douglas H. Howerton is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Acute Pancreatitis, Childhood Pancreatitis, and Choledocholithiasis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Douglas H. Howerton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Douglas H. Howerton has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Pancreatitis. You can view a list of Dr. Douglas H. Howerton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Douglas H. Howerton accept my insurance?
Dr. Douglas H. Howerton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 757-312-8121 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Howerton isDistinguished. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Howerton isDistinguished. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Howerton isDistinguished. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Howerton isDistinguished. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Chronic PancreatitisDr. Howerton isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Pancreatitis.
- Gastrointestinal BleedingDr. Howerton isDistinguished. Learn about Gastrointestinal Bleeding.
- Hereditary PancreatitisDr. Howerton isDistinguished. Learn about Hereditary Pancreatitis.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Howerton isDistinguished. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Howerton isDistinguished. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Advanced
- Accessory PancreasDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Accessory Pancreas.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- AnemiaDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- CholangitisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangitis.
- CholestasisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- CirrhosisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- ColitisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DiarrheaDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EndoscopyDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- EsophagitisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- GastroparesisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroparesis.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- JaundiceDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Jaundice.
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Morning SicknessDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Neuroma Biliary TractDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroma Biliary Tract.
- Pancreas DivisumDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreas Divisum.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic PseudocystDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Pseudocyst.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Sclerosing CholangitisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Sclerosing Cholangitis.
- Stomach CancerDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Howerton isAdvanced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AscitesDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- ColonoscopyDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- EncopresisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- GastrectomyDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastritisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- GastrostomyDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- GlucagonomaDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- HeartburnDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Heartburn.
- HepatitisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- Hepatitis CDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis C.
- HER2 Negative Breast CancerDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.
- HiccupsDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Hiccups.
- InsulinomaDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
- Liver FailureDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)Dr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS).
- Mesenteric Artery IschemiaDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Mesenteric Artery Ischemia.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)Dr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH).
- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.
- PancreatectomyDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- Primary Biliary CholangitisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Primary Biliary Cholangitis.
- ProctitisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomembranous ColitisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomembranous Colitis.
- Reynolds SyndromeDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Reynolds Syndrome.
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
- Sphincter of Oddi DysfunctionDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Sphincter of Oddi Dysfunction.
- Spontaneous Bacterial PeritonitisDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Spontaneous Bacterial Peritonitis.
- TenesmusDr. Howerton isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.