N. Scott Howard
Expertise in
14
conditions
Expertise in
14
conditions
University Hospitals
11100 Euclid Ave, 
Cleveland, OH 

Overview

Dr. N. Scott Howard, MD, MBA, FACS, is a board-certified otolaryngologist–head and neck surgeon specializing in laryngology, with clinical expertise in voice, airway, and swallowing disorders. He serves as Associate Chief Medical Officer at University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center, Director of the UH Voice, Airway and Swallowing Center, and a professor of otolaryngology at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine. (https://www.uhhospitals.org/doctors/howard-nscott-1952400947)

Dr. Howard’s practice includes complex laryngeal and tracheal reconstruction, minimally invasive procedures for voice and airway conditions, swallowing disorders, early laryngeal cancer, and sleep surgery. A graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point, he served as a U.S. Army Armor Officer before earning his medical degree from the University of Florida. He completed otolaryngology residency training at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, a laryngology fellowship at UCLA, and an Executive MBA from the UCLA Anderson School of Management.

A committed clinician-educator and healthcare leader, Dr. Howard’s work spans patient care, surgical innovation, medical education, perioperative operations, and quality improvement. His academic interests include laryngeal trauma, neurolaryngology, laryngeal imaging and biomechanics, voice disorders, and clinical innovation.

Dr. Howard is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngitis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.

Dr. Howard is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology, Head And Neck Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 22 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Howard is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Florida College Of Medicine

Residency

Walter Reed Army Medical Center

Specialties

Otolaryngology

Licenses

Otolaryngology in OH
Otolaryngology in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Otolaryngology, Head And Neck Surgery

Fellowships

UCLA - Voice, Airway and Swallowing Surgery (Laryngology)

Hospital Affiliations

Uh Cleveland Medical Center
University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Awards

Cleveland's Best Doctor

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Locations

University Hospitals
11100 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106
Other Locations
Office
2075 Healthway Dr Ste 2, Avon, OH 44011

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. N. Scott Howard

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Is Dr. N. Scott Howard a top-rated expert for Laryngeal Nerve Damage?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. N. Scott Howard is classified as an Distinguished expert for Laryngeal Nerve Damage, 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. N. Scott Howard specialize in?

While Dr. N. Scott Howard is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Spasmodic Dysphonia, and Laryngitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.

Does Dr. N. Scott Howard participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. N. Scott Howard has published 22 articles and abstracts on conditions like Laryngeal Nerve Damage. You can view a list of Dr. N. Scott Howard's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. N. Scott Howard accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 216-844-1000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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