Summary

Dr. Howard Francis specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery with advanced expertise in otology and neurotology. His dual specialization allows him to provide comprehensive care for complex ear, nose, and throat conditions, with particular focus on hearing disorders and intricate neurological aspects of the ear. He practices in Durham, North Carolina, where he serves patients with a wide range of ENT concerns.

Dr. Francis maintains affiliations with Duke Otolaryngology locations in Durham, providing expert care for patients experiencing hearing loss, including children with hearing difficulties and those with sensorineural hearing loss. His treatment approach includes comprehensive hearing evaluations through audiograms and specialized manual therapy techniques. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Howard W. Francis has 2 locations

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Accepts New Patients
4.5 
7 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Durham , NCDurham , NCDurham , NCDurham , NC
Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard W. Francis

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howard W. Francis has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howard W. Francis has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Auditory Tumor (Acoustic Neuroma)
  • Cholesteatoma
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Cochlear Implantation
  • Deviated Septum
  • Ear Surgery (Otologic Surgical Procedures)
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Hearing Loss
  • Otology
  • Otology & Neurotology
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

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Where is Dr. Howard Francis's office located?
Dr. Howard Francis's office is located at 234 Crooked Creek Pkwy Ste 500, Durham, NC, 27713.
Does Dr. Howard Francis accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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