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Summary
Dr. Trent Howard is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in surgery of the chest and heart. He earned his medical degree from Lincoln Memorial University DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency training at Mercy Medical Center. With 15 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Howard focuses on complex procedures involving the heart and chest cavity.
Dr. Howard practices at multiple locations across Alabama and Iowa, including UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham, Shelby Baptist Medical Center, and MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center. He treats patients with coronary artery disease and heart conditions that cause reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. His surgical expertise includes diagnostic procedures like chest imaging and specialized heart rehabilitation programs. Dr. Howard provides care in both Alabaster, Alabama and West Des Moines, Iowa.
Dr. Howard practices at multiple locations across Alabama and Iowa, including UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham, Shelby Baptist Medical Center, and MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center. He treats patients with coronary artery disease and heart conditions that cause reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. His surgical expertise includes diagnostic procedures like chest imaging and specialized heart rehabilitation programs. Dr. Howard provides care in both Alabaster, Alabama and West Des Moines, Iowa.
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Quick Facts
- 15 years of experience
- Mercy Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Trent Allen Howard has 5 locationsBrookwood Baptist Health Specialty Care - Heart & Thoracic Surgery - Shelby
1004 1st St N Ste 270Alabaster, AL 35007The Iowa Clinic West Des Moines Campus
5950 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital
1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266 Tel: (515) 343-1000
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| Surgery | Anesthesiology | Nurse Practitioner | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
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| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Alabaster , AL | Birmingham , AL | Birmingham , AL | Chapel Hill , NC |
| Med School: Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Trent Allen Howard has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Trent Allen Howard has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Osteopathy, Iowa, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Mercy Medical Center
Medical School
Lincoln Memorial University Debusk College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Trent Howard affiliated with?
- Dr. Trent Howard is affiliated with Uab St Vincents Birmingham, Shelby Baptist Medical Center, Uab Saint Vincents East Hospital, Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital, and MERCYONE WEST DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER.
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- Is Dr. Trent Howard accepting new patients?
- Dr. Trent Howard has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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