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Dr. Howard Krein, PHD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
4.9 (1046)
Map Pin Small Philadelphia, PA
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience
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Overview of Dr. Howard Krein, PHD

Dr. Howard Krein, PHD is a Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Specialist in Philadelphia, PA. They specialize in Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, has 23 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology. They graduated from Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University and is affiliated with Jefferson Methodist Hospital and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

Dr. Krein works at Thomas Jefferson University - Divison of Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery in Philadelphia, PA. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Krein's Office Locations

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    Herbert Kean Center for Facial Aesthetics
    925 Chestnut St Fl 7, Philadelphia, PA 19107 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (484) 381-0243

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    • Accepts most major Health Plans. Please contact our office for details.
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    About Dr. Howard Krein, PHD

    Specialties
    • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 23 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1902817323
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
    Residency
    Internship
    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Otolaryngology
    Board Certifications
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Jefferson Methodist Hospital
    • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

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    Dr. Krein works at Thomas Jefferson University - Divison of Facial Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery in Philadelphia, PA. View the full address on Dr. Krein’s profile.

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