4.9
683 Ratings with 665 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Howard Krein specializes in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery with additional expertise in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. He earned his medical degree and PhD from Thomas Jefferson University - Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dr. Krein completed his residency training at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and pursued fellowship training at the Medical College of Virginia/VCU in Richmond, Virginia. With 36 years of experience, he holds certifications from both the American Board of Otolaryngology and the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, both earned in 2007. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Krein practices at Jefferson Otolaryngology Associates in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and maintains hospital privileges at Holy Redeemer Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating nasal injuries and nasal polyps. He performs endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal endoscopy procedures to help patients with sinus …and nasal conditions. Patients rate Dr. Krein 4.9 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Krein practices at Jefferson Otolaryngology Associates in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and maintains hospital privileges at Holy Redeemer Hospital. His clinical expertise includes treating nasal injuries and nasal polyps. He performs endoscopic sinus surgery and nasal endoscopy procedures to help patients with sinus …and nasal conditions. Patients rate Dr. Krein 4.9 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 36 years of experience
- 21 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Medical College of Virginia/VCU Richmond Virginia
- 665 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Jefferson Otolaryngology Associates
925 Chestnut St Fl 6Philadelphia, PA 19107 Tel: (215) 503-3223
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 36 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Philadelphia , PA | Darby , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Meadowbrook , PA |
| Med School: Thomas Jefferson University - Jefferson Medical College Philadelphia, Pennsylvania | Med School: University of North Texas Health Science Center Medicine | Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Howard D. Krein has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Howard D. Krein has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
Howard D. Krein holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania. They are board certified in Facial Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and American Board of Otolaryngology.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Facial Plastic Surgery by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in 2007 and board certified in Otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology in 2007.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Medical College of Virginia/VCU Richmond Virginia in 2007.
Residency
Completed their residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 2006, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 2002, and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 2001.
Medical School
Graduated from Thomas Jefferson University - Jefferson Medical College Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 2000, Rutgers University/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Piscataway, New Jersey in 2000, Rutgers University/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Piscataway, New Jersey in 1994, and Rutgers University Camden, New Jersey in 1990.
NPI Number
Howard D. Krein's NPI number is 1902817323.
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