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Summary
Dr. Stephen Howell is an oncologist and internal medicine physician who brings more than five decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and has dedicated 56 years to treating patients with cancer and complex internal medicine conditions. Dr. Howell speaks English and provides comprehensive care that combines his deep experience in oncology with broad internal medicine knowledge.
Dr. Howell practices at multiple UC San Diego Health locations throughout La Jolla and San Diego, including the Moores Cancer Center and both the Jacobs Medical Center and Medical Center Hillcrest. His clinical work focuses on delivering specialized cancer care to patients who need expert oncological treatment. He also performs diagnostic imaging procedures such as extremity X-rays to help evaluate patient conditions and guide treatment decisions.
Dr. Howell practices at multiple UC San Diego Health locations throughout La Jolla and San Diego, including the Moores Cancer Center and both the Jacobs Medical Center and Medical Center Hillcrest. His clinical work focuses on delivering specialized cancer care to patients who need expert oncological treatment. He also performs diagnostic imaging procedures such as extremity X-rays to help evaluate patient conditions and guide treatment decisions.
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Quick Facts
- 56 years of experience
- speaks English
- Harvard Medical School
- 2 specialties
- 13 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Stephen B Howell has 6 locationsUcsd Health Moores Cancer Center
3855 Health Sciences DrLa Jolla, CA 92093 Tel: (858) 822-6100
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
University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest
200 W Arbor DrSan Diego, CA 92103 Tel: (858) 657-7000
University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center
9300 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037 Tel: (858) 657-7000
UC San Diego Health
3855 Health Sciences Drive Moores Cancer CenterSan Diego, CA 92037Uc San Diego Health Infusion Center
3855 Health Sciences Drste 1063La Jolla, CA 92093 Tel: (858) 822-5658
Mon7:30 am - 9:30 pm
Tue7:30 am - 9:30 pm
Wed7:30 am - 9:30 pm
Thu7:30 am - 9:30 pm
Fri7:30 am - 9:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun8:00 am - 6:00 pm
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| Oncology | Oncology | Pediatrics | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 56 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 56 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| La Jolla , CA | San Clemente , CA | Del Mar , CA | La Jolla , CA |
| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen B Howell
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Stephen B Howell has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Stephen B Howell has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
56 Years Experience
Dr. Stephen B Howell holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1970.
NPI Number
Dr. Howell's NPI number is 1114942802.
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- Where is Dr. Stephen Howell's office located?
- Dr. Stephen Howell's office is located at 3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA, 92093.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Howell affiliated with?
- Dr. Stephen Howell is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center and University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest.
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