Dr. Howard completed his medical degree at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine. He then when on to complete his specialty training at Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio.
He is a board certified Ear, Nose and Throat specialist. He has a particular interest in pediatric ENT, adult sinus disease, functional nasal surgery, and thyroid surgery. He and his wife, Rachel, are both Rapid City natives and have five children.
His dream has always been to return to the Black Hills to raise his family and serve this community that he loves so much. When he’s not working, you can find him coaching his son’s baseball team or caddying for his daughters on the golf course.
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ENT at Rapid City Medical Center
101 E Minnesota St #210Rapid City SD 57701
Rapid City Medical Center South
101 E Minnesota St #210Rapid City SD 57701
605-342-3280 Request Appointment
Services Provided
- Ear Cleaning/Cerumen Removal
- Allergy Skin Testing
- Ear Tubes
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Chronic Sinusitis Surgery
- Audiology
- Hearing Testing
- Hearing Aids
- Sialendoscopy
- Snoring & Sleep Apnea
- Voice Disorder
- Blepharoplasty Surgery
- Facial Scar Revision
- Forehead & Browlift Surgery
- Rhinoplasty Nasal Surgery
- Otoplasty Surgery
- Tonsillitis
- Zenker's Diverticulum
- Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery
- Functional Nasal Surgery
- Head & Neck Cancer
Reviews
Jul 8, 2020
Dr. Troy Howard did a great job. I had inferior turbinate reduction. I am breathing much better than I ever have & sleep better. I highly recommend him. Thank you Dr. Howard, Surgical team & staff. God Bless you all
Feb 7, 2020
Nobody nose how to fix a nose better than Dr. Howard. I came in after years of taking hits to the face through contact sports like rugby and wrestling. My quality of life was low; however, since I got used to it, it became my normal - but my sleep was trash. I went into see Dr. Howard and with just one peek up the nose, he ran me through the options. I chose surgery (septoplasty with turbinate reductions) You don't know just how amazing a normal nose is suppose to feel until you get it back. Not only that, but I've got my life back. I'm energetic, efficient, and positive - and I give my thanks to Dr. Howard for making the whole process 'nose' stress. He's professional, personable, and cares. Most importantly, he makes it happen.
Nov 18, 2019
I am sad that I can only give 5 stars. Dr. Howard came highly recommended from my primary care physician, and I could not be happier or more impressed with how well I was taken care of and continue to be cared for. Through a very scary episode of cancer, Dr. Howard and his team took amazing care of me, were very open and thorough through every step of the process and have continued to follow up with outstanding care. Dr. Howard goes above and beyond to help his patients and encourage them along whatever path they may be walking through. I am not even sure 50 stars would be enough to express how grateful I am to this wonderful team and to Dr. Howard. Thank you all.
Jul 18, 2019
I’m a military member. Dr. Howard was recommended to me by a coworker of mine. I had a deviated septum and my tonsils and uvula obstructed my breathing. I came in and set a date for surgery. Surgery went as well as it could’ve, Dr. Howard and staff did absolutely everything they could for me. Highly recommend.
Jun 26, 2019
I saw Dr. Howard today and it was an amazing experience! I was very hesitant because I had been to another ENT in town who pushed a $300 bimonthly homeopathic remedy on me, not covered by insurance. Dr. Howard's attitude, since I've previously done immunotherapy shots before, was if it isn't broken, don't fix it! I can't wait to get relief again. Thank you so much, Becky and Dr. Howard!
May 4, 2019
Dr Howard provides exemplary care. He takes all the time necessary to explain your scenario and all options available to you. I particularly appreciated that he doesn’t rush into surgical options and first attempts non-surgical approach. His staff is very professional and attentive to my requests. Any issues in Dr Howard’s field, do not hesitate to go see him!!!
May 2, 2019
All doctors could learn from Dr Howard's personality, professionalism, caring mentality, and amazing bedside manner. He is definitely in my top 3 of all doctors I have ever been in contact with.
Apr 10, 2019
Dr. Howard and his staff are great! If anything happens, he is very accessible and reliable. I appreciate the exceptional level of care he’s provided for me, and I would highly recommend him to anyone!
Feb 10, 2019
Dr. Howard took great care of my daughter throughout her nasal surgery. After seeing several doctors over a period of several months, he was the only one that took the time to actually listen to her and finally diagnose her! This was especially reassuring as she going to college in Rapid City and is eight hours from home. The Same Day Surgery Center where he did the surgery was a wonderful place with a fabulous staff as well. If I ever need nasal surgery, I would travel the eight hours to have Dr. Howard be my surgeon. Highly recommend him!
Jan 3, 2019
We were extremely Impressed with the care we received for Loren Weishaar before during and after his surgery. Dr Howard even personally called Loren the day after surgery to see how he was doing. Will recommend him to everyone Loren rates him a 10 star across the board