4.5
12 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Howard Melvin treats glaucoma and cataracts, and performs retinal imaging, optical coherence tomography, and tonometry. He practices ophthalmology and surgery and has been in practice for 49 years.
Dr. Melvin completed his residency at Homer G Phillips Hospital and earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine. He is affiliated with Cincinnati VA Medical Center, The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health, and University of Cincinnati Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. He speaks English and Russian. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Melvin 4.5 out of 5.
Dr. Melvin completed his residency at Homer G Phillips Hospital and earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine. He is affiliated with Cincinnati VA Medical Center, The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health, and University of Cincinnati Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. He speaks English and Russian. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Melvin 4.5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 49 years of experience
- speaks English, Russian
- Homer G Phillips Hospital
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Howard D Melvin has 4 locationsMelvin Howard Office
3131 Harvey Ave Ste 201Cincinnati, OH 45229Mon10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tue10:00 am - 5:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri10:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Howard D Melvin, MD | Dr. Jacob Robert Knowlton | Dr. Lauren Christine Haley | Dr. David J Kutz |
| Ophthalmology | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 49 Years of Experience | 2 Years of Experience | 2 Years of Experience | 4 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Russian | |||
| Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , OH | Cincinnati , OH |
| Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine | Med School: Mcgovern Medical School At The Univ Of Texas Health Science Ctr At Houston | Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard D Melvin
Medical Specialties
Dr. Howard D Melvin has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Howard D Melvin has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
49 Years Experience
Dr. Howard D Melvin holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Homer G Phillips Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1977.
NPI Number
Dr. Melvin's NPI number is 1518923101.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Melvin affiliated with?
- Dr. Howard Melvin is affiliated with Cincinnati Va Medical Center, The Jewish Hospital Mercy Health, and University Of Cincinnati Medical Center.
- Does Dr. Howard Melvin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Howard Melvin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Howard Melvin's office located?
- Dr. Howard Melvin's office is located at 3131 Harvey Ave Ste 201, Cincinnati, OH, 45229.
- Does Dr. Howard Melvin accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Howard Melvin accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Dr. Howard Melvin speak?
- Dr. Howard Melvin speaks English and Russian.
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