Donald S. Howard, MD
Spokane, WA 99218
Providence Sleep Medicine - North
9631 North Nevada Street, Suite 300, Spokane, WA 99218
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- Molina Healthcare (WA Apple Health/Healthy Options)
- Choice/Humana PPO
- TriWest - Tricare
- First Choice PPO
- Community Health Plan of Washington (WA Apple Health)
- Kaiser Foundation
- Premera PPO
- Amerigroup - Medicare Advantage
- Providence Health Plan
- InterWest Health
- Coordinated care (WA Apple Health)
- Asuris Northwest Health
- Amerigroup Medicaid (WA Apple Health)
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About Donald S. Howard
Dr. Don Howard graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin receiving his Medical Doctorate. He specializes in Pulmonology.
Medical College of Wisconsin
1990
Wilford Hall Medical Center
1996
Wilford Hall Medical Center
1993
Wilford Hall Medical Center
1991
Community Reviews
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Dr Howard took the time to answer all my questions and did it in way that was easy to understand. I feel very fortunate to have him as my doctor.
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Very knowledgeable and professional.
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The doctor was very down to earth, and I appreciate that.
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Dr. Howard was amazing and was very thorough. He explained things so I could understand them, he didn't seem rushed and he spent his time with me ensuring he got all the information he needed to give a good recommendation. I was really lucky to be able to get in with him.
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Dr. Howard has always been a topnotch physician.
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Dr. Howard is very thorough and works with the patient to achieve the best results regarding health wellness and always listens and addresses all concerns.
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Dr Howard is one of the best doctors out there. Please never retire!
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It was a peaceful, easy experience with tge Dr giving me all the information I needed
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Dr Howard it's my favorite provider. I feel like I get really good care
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Dr. Howard was certainly much better than the sleep doctor I had before. He listened and provided appropriate feedback. He was cooperative with my desires so I was comfortable during the visit.
Providence Patient
Dr. Howard was great and very informative. Only negative was that it took over 6 months to for the first available appointment.
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I don't think I saw any other provider in the last 3 months. Everyone was professional, kind and gave me the information I needed.
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Dr. Howard, and his staff always take good care of my medical needs.
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Dr. Howard is always concerned about how my C-pap is working for me and how I am doing with it. He explains the information he gets from my machine, making sure I understand it. Dr. Howard always asks if I have any questions and, if I do, he answers them for me. I am very happy with his care.
Providence Patient
Fantastic listener, asked the relevant questions, dynamic bedside manners, knowledgeable, humble, patient focused, gave clear instructions
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Dr Howard has been a very good Dr & very professional, I wouldn't want to go to anyone else!!
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Dr Howard and staff were great!
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The visit was informative and educational.
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I love that all of the doctors that I am seeing for different things all have a way to communicate with each other and discuss my progress together.
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Dr Howard is well versed with Sleep Apnea. He spoke to the specific positive gains in my use of the CPAP. He was happy to hear that I am impressed with the CPAP and am thrilled to have & use it nightly!
Providence Patient
Dr Howard is patient, listens to me and speaks directly at me, refers to my past issues and is well prepared for my visit.
Providence Patient
Dr Howard is the best. Clone him!
Providence Patient
Dr Don Howard and staff take very good care of me. Dr Howard is generous with time and depth of information and thorough throughout the visit. Also cordial and respectful. Thank you.
Providence Patient
Dr. Howard is always fantastic to see. He is always friendly, listens to what I have to say, and explains things in detail.
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Dr Howard offers an exemplary option for sleep medicine care. He always has my personal information at hand and my questions are answered in conjunction with my information. I greatly appreciate his knowledge, experience and professionalism.
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Excellent communication & listening skills. Always explaining everything clearly so I understand. Never feels rushed.
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I needed to see Dr. Howard in order to order a new sleep Apnea machine as my insurance requires As a specialist, he is always booked solid. His team was able to get me my appointment in a reasonable amount of time.When I was seen, he was extremely professional and had my chart in hand.
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I have always had very good care during my visits with all my questions answered.
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Dr. Howard is very thorough and helpful. He is what more doctors should be. He's interested, thoughtful and intelligent about my condition.
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He answered all my questions so that I understood what was going on. The staff was courteous helpful.
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I have not had a bad experience with office. I enjoy how pleasant Dr. Howard is. And I feel he is genuinely knowledgeable about what I am going through with my autoimmune disorders. It is nice to have at least have one doctor that knows what am truly going through and helps.
Providence Patient
He listened, offered suggestions, didn't just throw pills at me, and we came up with a game plan.
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Dr. Howard has a phenomenal bedside manner.
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Dr Howard was very easy to talk to.
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Everything was very good.
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All good as expected.
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Dr Howard is hands down the best sleep doctor I've ever had and his patience and indepth discussion about sleep apnea and insomnia has already changed my life for the better. He's amazing as well as his staff. All exceptional people
Providence Patient
Very pleasant visit. Everyone was very friendly and thoroughly professional.
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Very happy with care
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Good
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Only met Dr Howard once but still impressed with his ethics.
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Dr Howard takes time to discuss issues and suggest ideas to help with existing problems
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Dr. Howard was extremely helpful and answered all of my questions and put me on the path I needed to be on for my sleep apnea.
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Great seeing doc again!
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Good experience
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I am always pleased with my visits at Dr. Howard's office. Dr. Howard is very thorough and easy to talk to when I have a problem About my Narcolepsy, etc. It is comfortable Feeling in having an appointment with Dr. Howard & I can look forward to it because I know I will receive the best care possible. His staff treats me like I am important. All of the above items should be expected with a doctor's appointment. I understand how busy everyone is, beginning with the front desk. Each patient is unique and it has been my experience that we are treated as such. Thank you for listening today!
Providence Patient
Thank you Doctor Howard for all that you do. Truly a caring and knowledgeable person
Providence Patient
With an unusual problem for 6 months, there is finally doctors and their associates that are working towards a prognosis and help for me!!
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Dr. Howard was very good! The internal working of Providence needs a lot of work, especially between offices.
Providence Patient
Keep up outstanding work
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Dr Howard one of the Best care provider for Narcolepsy in Northwest.
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Very informative and explained in an understandable manner.
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Dr Howard answered all of my questions and was very thorough in his exam. He is kind and an excellent physician.
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Dr. Howard is great doctor and answered all of my questions and he also added suggestions to make my health even better. It is always a nice visit with him taking the time to address my needs and concerns.
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Dr. Howard is absolutely amazing. I have followed him for years and am so grateful for his care. He has wonderful bedside manner and makes me feel comfortable about my CPAP needs!!!
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Doctor Howard is amazing! He takes the time needed to explain your condition and is extremely knowledgeable and caring. I highly recommend him .
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The Doctors and nurses always provide a good experience to their patients.
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Kind, compassionate and competent care
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Very personal doctor, he made eye contact and had time to listen.
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I have recommended Dr. Howrd to a person I know
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I use supplemental oxygen and Dr. Howard sees me on an annual basis and responds when I need a consultation. He is respectful and experienced. He is well aware of my overall health needs. My only negative would be that it took over 4 months to see him for a consultation. Perhaps they need more doctors in that department.
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Everyone was very polite, and the doctor spoke in regular English instead of medical language, it made me feel much more relaxed. It also made it easy to understand what is going on with me and how to improve my health.
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Friendly and knowledgable
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Very good care
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Dr. Howard was thorough and thoughtful in treating my insomnia. He referred me to an overnight sleep study. He also referred me to CBTI. All of these components helped me get my insomnia under control as I NEVER had before.
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I have not had a bad experience since I have started to see Dr Howard.
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From the checkin, to the MA taking me to exam room and consult with dr Howard all went well. Very professional office.
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Providers have listened and answered my concerns.
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it's easy to schedule the problem is you have limited providers and a lot of patience attempting to get in. Once you're there it's great.
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Dr Howard is an excellent doctor. He listens, understands and cares. He is very knowledgeable about medication and sleep apnea and disorders. Bless him!!
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Dr. Howard is a special kind of doctor. He sees you as a whole person. I had very sore jaw and Dr howard took time to look inside my mouth. I went to the dentist and ended up having impacted tooth. So he helped me in several ways.
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The last thing I want is a C pap machine, Dr. Howard took the time to discuss my concerns and why it's the way to go, still hoping for a slight response on the test.
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Thank you for such wonderful care!
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Dr. Howard obviously very busy. Waited months to finally see him. However, he is an exceptional doctor and I'm glad I finally got to see him
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My experience was very good but some of these questions don't directly apply to my visit. "The Provider" is not my usual primary care doctor, or on my cardiology team, but a referral to further investigate my heart problems. "The Provider" was an obvious extra link in this chain of people trying to help me, and I appreciated his help. He was very understanding and explained the next steps in my march toward better health in very understandable terms. Thank you.
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I was so impressed that Dr. Howard took the time to explain to me why I was having this health problem. I would certainly recommend him to my family and friends.
Providence Patient
Dr. Howard always takes the time to listen and answers all my questions thoroughly. He has changed my life in regards to dealing with the health condition he treats me for. I recently had a question about a medication and he personally emailed me back answering my question. I am very happy with the care he provides.
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This appt was an annual check up, so might skew the results. However, I'm still happy with the appt!
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Enjoyed talking to the doctor. Found out all is really good with my sleep apnea.
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Dr. Howard is an exceptional, kind, courteous, caring and personal man! I have known him for a long time and he knows me well and we talk about my condition and how well/ not so well present/past! I so appreciate him! Thank you so much
Providence Patient
Dr. Howard provided me with information that was extremely valuable and will have a very positive affect on my life. The only negative experience was knowing what to do when coming into the office to sign in. It's somewhat confusing if a patient hasn't gone through this process before.
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Doctor Howard is awesome. He answered all my questions and provided outstanding care and advice.
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Dr. Howard genuinely cares about my conditions and has been very helpful and supportive. His nursing staff are also always very kind and helpful.
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Very good care
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I was so impressed that he was up to date on all my recent hospital visit and blood work and lab work. He really helped encourage me with the recovery process and the length of time it will take to recover from a pulmonary pneumonia virus and how oxygen will work through the CPAP machine.
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Dr. Howard is an excellent doctor. He is above & beyond, cares, understands, makes things clear, listens!
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Dr Howard is kind, attentive and compassionate. I am grateful for his care.
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Dr Howard seems to be an excellent doctor and very knowledgeable. Very good communicator.
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Love Dr Howard's approachable demeanor and his intense knowledgeability
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Took a long time to get in for an appt but very positive experience during my visit. Felt respected and cared for.
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Dr Howard and his the best! Extremely professional and caring!
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Dr Howard has been very good to me and understanding of my issues.
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It was all good. Dr.Howard is the very kind, intelligent and knowledgeable physician everyone hopes will care for them. He makes me feel confident in his care.
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This doctor is clear speaking, understanding and to the point
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Very good
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Dr. Howard is a great doctor, listens to my concerns and comments and treats with respect. I really appreciate his input!
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Discussed all important aspects
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A great healthcare team!!
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Dr Howard is always very friendly & very professional. One of my favorite Doctors.
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I learned a lot about a condition I really had no knowledge about. It was very informative.
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Excellent customer service from start to finish!
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I appreciate the care and service I received at Dr. Howard's office. I am never disappointed and always leave feeling good about my time there.
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I couldn't make the fall appt cuz I also had a dentist appt same day. I am having memory issues so rescheduled in Jan 2025. Sorry. Dr Howard is very good Dr. & I will see him in 6 mon.
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Dr. Howard and his team were excellent very thorough
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No issues. All seem interested in my health and answer questions and help with plans for improvement.
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Dr. Howard explained to me about sleep apnea. He was kind and very thorough.
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I am impressed with care from Providence since moving here 6 months ago.
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He is very knowledgeable. He answered my questions and addressed my concerns.
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I loved this guy. It took me a year to get in though.
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It's all good
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Very friendly staff and Dr was well versed in my case!
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Nice caring gentleman..
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Good
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To wait 10 months to get a scheduled appointment is really unacceptable.As a sleep doctor, this was the best appointment ever, finally.
Providence Patient
Dr Howard is a knowledgeable, professional, kind MD whom I highly respect and feel lucky to have as one of my caregivers.
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All was timely and good
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Dr. Howard is incredible. He's very knowledgeable, efficient, and thorough. I realty appreciate the care he provides me. His staff is also helpful and accommodating.
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Conditions and Procedures
- Abnormal Chest Ct Scan
- Airway Obstruction
- Airway Scarring
- Allergic Aspergillosis
- Allergic Pneumonitis
- Allergic Wheezing
- Alpha 1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- Asbestos Lung
- Aspiration Pneumonitis
- Asthma
- Atelectasis
- Atypical Mycobacteria Infection
- Autoimmune Pleuritis
- Beryllium Disease
- Bilevel Positive Airway Pressure
- Biopsy Of Lung
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiolitis
- Bronchiolitis Obliterans Organizing Pneumonia
- Bronchitis
- Bronchomalacia
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia
- Bronchospasm
- Bronchus Deformity
- Bruxism
- Candidiasis Of Lung
- Cataplexy
- Chest Wall Disorder
- Chronic Cough
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Pulmonary Embolus
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Ciliary Dyskinesia
- Circadian Rhythm Sleep Disorder
- Confusional Arousals
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure
- Contusion Of Chest Wall
- Cough
- Croup
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Daytime Sleepiness
- Diaphragmatic Disorders
- Dyspnea On Exertion
- Emphysema
- Empyema
- Enuresis
- Exposure To Secondhand Smoke
- Foreign Body (Airway)
- Granulomatosis With Polyangiitis
- Hemoptysis
- Hepatic Hydrothorax
- Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia
- Home Sleep Study
- Home Ventilation
- Hypercarbia
- Hypoventilation Syndrome
- Hypoxia
- Influenza
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Kussmauls
- Laryngotracheitis
- Low Oxygen Level
- Lung Abscess
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Disease
- Lung Infiltrate
- Lung Involvement In Systemic Sclerosis
- Lung Mass
- Lung Transplant
- Maternal Respiratory Disease
- Mechanical Ventilation
- Narcolepsy
- Nightmares
- Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
- Occupational Lung Injury
- Periodic Limb Movement Disorder (Plmd)
- Pertussis
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Thickening
- Pleural Tuberculosis
- Pleurisy
- Pleuritic Pain
- Pneumoconiosis
- Pneumonia
- Pneumonitis
- Polysomnography
- Post Infectious Cough
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Pulmonary Bullae
- Pulmonary Congestion
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Function Tests
- Pulmonary Granuloma
- Pulmonary Hemorrhage
- Pulmonary Hemosiderosis
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Infections
- Pulmonary Sarcoidosis
- Radiation Pneumonitis
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Recurrent Lung Infections
- Respiratory Failure
- Restless Legs Syndrome
- Restrictive Lung Disease
- Rheumatoid Lung
- Sarcoidosis
- Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
- Shortness Of Breath (Sob)
- Silicosis
- Sleep Abnormalities
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Sleep Paralysis
- Sleep Phase Disorder
- Sleep Related Eating Disorder
- Sleep Related Hallucinations
- Sleep Talking
- Smoker Cough
- Snoring
- Spirometry
- Sputum Production
- Stridor
- Tension Pneumothorax
- Thoracentesis
- Tobacco Related Diseases
- Tracheal Mass
- Tracheal Stenosis
- Tracheobronchitis
- Tracheomalacia
- Tuberculosis (Tb)
- Ventilator Dependent
- Wheezing
Dr.Howard is an assett to Providence Health & Services!Very professional & knows what he does very well.His iob should be recognized & commended by all who employees Dr.Howard.
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