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Dr. Howard Black, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
4.4 (7)
Map Pin Small Altoona, PA
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Howard Black, MD

Dr. Howard Black, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Altoona, PA. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from Tufts University and is affiliated with Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital and Upmc Altoona. Patients rated Dr. Black an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Black works at Practice in Altoona, PA with other offices in Roaring Spring, PA and Everett, PA. They frequently treat conditions like Anal or Rectal Pain and Anal and Rectal Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Black's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Blair Medical Associates
    1414 9Th Ave, Altoona, PA 16602 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 943-4937
  2. 2
    Cove Surgical Associates Ltd.
    102 Hillcrest Dr, Roaring Spring, PA 16673 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 224-2215
  3. 3
    Altoona Regional Health System
    620 Howard Ave, Altoona, PA 16601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 889-7500
  4. 4
    Advanced Regional Center for Ankle and Foot Care
    195 Memorial Dr Ste 6, Everett, PA 15537 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (814) 224-2215

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Centra Bedford Memorial Hospital
  • Upmc Altoona

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Gallbladder Removal
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Gallbladder Removal

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Gallbladder Removal
Abdominal Pain
Anorectal Fistula
Barrett's Esophagus
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Rectovaginal Fistula
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Port Placements or Replacements
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Colectomy
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. Howard Black, MD

    Specialties*
    • Colorectal Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 38 years of experience
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    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1215047626
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Tufts University
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
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    Dr. Black has seen patients for Anal or Rectal Pain and Anal and Rectal Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Black on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Black. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Black.

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