Summary

Dr. Howard Short has practiced ophthalmology for 48 years and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Washington. He completed his residency at Duke University Medical Center and sees patients in Washington and Saint Louis, Missouri. He speaks Chinese and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 48 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish
  • Duke University Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Howard Newton Short has 4 locations

Advanced Sight Center

1351 Jefferson St Ste 110Washington, MO 63090
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advanced Surgery Center LLC

12607 Olive BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63141
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Washington Surgery Center

16 Chamber DrWashington, MO 63090
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Advanced Sight Center

12601 Olive BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63141
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Howard Newton Short, MDDr. Daniel Paul Joseph, MDDr. Farheen Naz Raja, MDDr. Kevin Jay Blinder, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.4 
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48 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Washington , MOMount Vernon , ILO Fallon , MOMount Vernon , IL
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Howard Newton Short

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Howard Newton Short has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Howard Newton Short has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • LASIK (Laser In Situ Keratomileusis)
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Refractive Surgical Procedures
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Duke University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from St Louis University School Of Medicine in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Short's NPI number is 1013987551.

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Dr. Howard Short's office is located at 1351 Jefferson St Ste 110, Washington, MO, 63090.
Which hospitals is Dr. Howard Short affiliated with?
Dr. Howard Short is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Washington.

Data Sources

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