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 top areas of expertise are Hemorrhoids, Turcot Syndrome, Gardner Syndrome, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.
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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
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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.
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- Gardner SyndromeDr. Howton isDistinguished. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Howton isDistinguished. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Howton isDistinguished. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
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- 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.
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- 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.