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Dr. Nelson Howard, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
3.7 (3)
Map Pin Small Cleveland, OH
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Nelson Howard, MD

Dr. Nelson Howard, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Cleveland, OH. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. They graduated from University of Florida and is affiliated with UH St. John Medical Center, University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center and University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center. Dr. Howard, completed a residency at Walter Reed Army Medical Center / National Naval Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Howard an average 3.7 star rating.

Dr. Howard works at Practice in Cleveland, OH with other offices in Beachwood, OH. They frequently treat conditions like Laryngeal Cancer, Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia) and Dysphagia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem 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. Howard's Office Locations

  1. 1
    University Hospitals
    11100 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH 44106 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (216) 844-1000
    Monday
    13:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    13:00 - 17:00
  2. 2
    Office
    3909 Orange Pl Ste 4100, Beachwood, OH 44122 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (216) 896-6000

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • UH St. John Medical Center
  • University Hospitals Ahuja Medical Center
  • University Hospitals Elyria Medical Center

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Laryngeal Cancer
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Dysphagia

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.
Laryngeal Cancer
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Dysphagia
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Respiratory Infection
Head and Neck Cancer
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Acute Pharyngitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Chronic Rhinitis
Deviated Septum
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Laryngitis
Pharyngitis
Postnasal Drip
Sleep Apnea
Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Polyp
Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Tracheal Surgery
Wound Repair
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Epiglottitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Bell's Palsy
Big Ears
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Bone Cancer
Broken Nose
Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Pharyngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Common Cold
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Dizziness
Ear Ache
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Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Cancer
Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
ENT Cancer
Esophageal Dilation
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Glossopharyngeal Nerve Disorder
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hypoglossal Nerve Disorder
Impacted Shoulders
Jaw Fracture
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Otitis Externa
Meniere's Disease
Nasal Polyp
Nosebleed
Oral Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pharyngeal Candidiasis
Pharyngolaryngitis
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sinusitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Throat Pain
Thrush
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Thyroid Cancer
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tongue Cancer
Tonsillitis
Tracheitis
Voice Disorders
Wheezing
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Adenoidectomy
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Endoscopic Laser Laryngeal Cancer Surgery
Esophageal pH Monitoring
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagoscopy
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Head and Neck Surgery
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngeal Videostroboscopy
Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Larynx Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Non-Cosmetic Chemodenervation
Oral Cancer Screening
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Sleep Apnea Surgery
Sleep Study
Thyroid Scan
Tonsillectomy
Vocal Cord Surgery
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    About Dr. Nelson Howard, MD

    Specialties*
    • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1952400947
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University of California, Los Angeles
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Walter Reed Army Medical Center / National Naval Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Walter Reed Army Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Florida
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Us Military Academy
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Nelson Howard, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Howard is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Howard has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Howard has seen patients for Laryngeal Cancer, Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia) and Dysphagia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Howard on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    3 patients have reviewed Dr. Howard. The overall rating for this provider is 3.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Howard.

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