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Dr. Johnny Howton, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
4.4 (43)
Map Pin Small Waco, TX
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Johnny Howton, MD

Dr. Johnny Howton, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Waco, TX. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 34 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple and Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Hillcrest. Patients rated Dr. Howton an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Howton works at Practice in Waco, TX. They frequently treat conditions like Anal or Rectal Pain and Hemorrhoids along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept 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.

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Dr. Howton's Office Locations

  1. 1
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    7110 New Sanger Ave, Waco, TX 76712 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (254) 754-1522
  2. 2
    Baylor Scott & White Hillcrest General Surgery and Breast Care
    50 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 105, Waco, TX 76712 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (254) 754-1522

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
  • Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Hillcrest

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Anoscopy
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Anal or Rectal Pain
Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Colorectal Cancer
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anorectal Fistula
Constipation
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Intestinal Obstruction
Small Intestine Cancer
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Colectomy
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Anal Disorders
Anal Fissure
Anal Prolapse
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cancer
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Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Varices
Fecal Incontinence
Gallbladder Diseases
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gynecologic Cancer
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rectovaginal Fistula
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Appendectomy
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colon Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Thoracentesis
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    About Dr. Johnny Howton, MD

    Specialties*
    • Colorectal Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 34 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1790733038
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Baylor University Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Baylor University Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Baylor University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery and General Surgery
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    Dr. Howton has seen patients for Anal or Rectal Pain and Hemorrhoids, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Howton on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    43 patients have reviewed Dr. Howton. 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. Howton.

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