
Overview
Dr. Howton attended University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas, where he received his MD in 1990. He then went to Baylor University Medical Center Dallas, Texas, and completed his Internship in 1991 and Residency in 1995. Fellowship training was completed in 1996 at Baylor University Dallas, Texas. He is board-certified in general surgery and colon and rectal surgery. He has a special interest in colonoscopy for the prevention of colon cancer, laparoscopic colon surgery, colon and rectal cancer. He also has a special interest and training in the treatment for hemorrhoids, including methods of treatment completed in the medical office setting.Dr. Howton takes special interest in the treatment for fecal incontinence. Many patients with fecal incontinence are sometimes embarrassed by this problem and their quality of life is affected in a negative way. He has received certification and training in the Sacral Nervous System treatment used to control fecal incontinence. Patients who have had this procedure are very happy with change it has made in their lives. When not seeing patients, Dr. Howton enjoys spending time with his family, watching his sons play sports and following Baylor athletics.
Dr. Howton is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.
Dr. Howton is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery- American Board Of Colon And Rectal Surgery and General Surgery- American Board Of Surgery. Dr. Howton is currently accepting new patients.
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50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd, Ste 105, Waco, TX 76712
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Johnny D. Howton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Johnny D. Howton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Johnny D. Howton by calling their office at 254-202-7150. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Johnny D. Howton a top-rated expert for Hemorrhoids?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Johnny D. Howton is classified as an Distinguished expert for Hemorrhoids, 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. Johnny D. Howton specialize in?
While Dr. Johnny D. Howton is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hemorrhoids, Turcot Syndrome, and Gardner Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Johnny D. Howton accept my insurance?
Dr. Johnny D. Howton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-202-7150 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Howton isDistinguished. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Howton isDistinguished. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Howton isDistinguished. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Advanced
- Anal FissureDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Encopresis.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Levator SyndromeDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Levator Syndrome.
- ProctitisDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- UreteroscopyDr. Howton isAdvanced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Experienced
- Anal CancerDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- ColitisDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- ColonoscopyDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- ColostomyDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Cronkhite-Canada DiseaseDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Cronkhite-Canada Disease.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Genital WartsDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Genital Warts.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- HerniaDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Juvenile Polyposis SyndromeDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Pelvic Congestion SyndromeDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Pelvic Congestion Syndrome.
- Reconstructive Urology SurgeryDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Reconstructive Urology Surgery.
- RectoceleDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Rectocele.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- Ureteral ReconstructionDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Ureteral Reconstruction.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Howton isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.

