Summary

Dr. James Howitt is an ophthalmologist with 28 years of experience helping patients maintain and restore their vision. He earned his medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center. Dr. Howitt speaks Spanish, French, and English to better serve his diverse patient community.

Dr. Howitt practices at multiple locations throughout South Florida, including North Miami, Hallandale Beach, and Pembroke Pines, with hospital privileges at Jackson Memorial Hospital. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma, which are among the most common causes of vision problems. His expertise includes performing comprehensive dilated eye exams, routine eye exams, and advanced retinal imaging to detect and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 28 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, French, English
  • University Of Texas Health Science
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Harron Howitt has 3 locations

Howitt And Paris Eye Care

1460 NE 123rd StNorth Miami, FL 33161
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Hallandale Outpatient Surgical Center

306 E Hallandale Beach BlvdHallandale Beach, FL 33009
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

Memorial Healthcare System Same Day Surgery Center

501 N Flamingo RdPembroke Pines, FL 33028
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James Harron Howitt, MDDr. Isidoro Zarco, MDDr. Kathryn Elaine Miller, DODr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
4.2 
28 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, French, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
North Miami , FLMiami , FLBoynton Beach , FLCRESTVIEW , FL
Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Harron Howitt

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Harron Howitt has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Harron Howitt has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Texas Health Science

Medical School

University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. James Howitt affiliated with?
Dr. James Howitt is affiliated with Jackson Memorial Hospital.
Does Dr. James Howitt accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Howitt accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. James Howitt's office located?
Dr. James Howitt's office is located at 1460 NE 123rd St, North Miami, FL, 33161.
Does Dr. James Howitt accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Howitt has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. James Howitt accepting new patients?
Dr. James Howitt is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Howitt's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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