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47 Ratings with 46 written Reviews
Summary
Robert Howard, MD is a board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in LASIK surgery, medical ophthalmology and glaucoma care. He is a highly experienced LASIK surgeon, having performed countless refractive surgeries since starting his career in ophthalmology. Before joining St. Luke's Cataract & Laser Institute, Dr. Howard was with the U.S. Army for eight years, most recently as Chief of Ophthalmology at Fort Meade in Maryland. Prior to that he served as Chief of Ophthalmology and Refractive Surgery at Fort Riley, Kansas, and Co-Chief Resident at Brooke Army Medical Center in Texas. He began his career as an intern at William Beaumont Army Medical Center in Fort Bliss, Texas.
Office Locations
Dr Robert Charles Howard has 2 locationsSt. Luke's Cataract & Laser Institute Tarpon Springs
43309 Us Highway 19 NTarpon Springs, FL 34689Mon8:00 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
St. Luke's Cataract & Laser Institute Springhill
187 Mariner BlvdSpring Hill, FL 34609Mon8:00 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
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- 56 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Tufts University School Of Medicine
- 46 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Awards
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Robert Charles Howard
Medical Specialties
Dr Robert Charles Howard has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr Robert Charles Howard has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2007
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- Dr Robert Howard's office is located at 43309 Us Highway 19 N, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689.
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