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In addition to general orthopedics, John Howlett, MD specializes in hand and wrist surgery. He practices at VOA's Renton and Newcastle clinics.
Clinical Focus:
Hand and Microvascular Surgery
Hospital Affiliation:
Valley Medical Center, Renton
Fellowship Training:
University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals, Hand and Microvascular Surgery Fellowship
Residency:
University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals, Orthopedic Surgery
University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals, General Surgery
Medical School:
University of California, San Francisco
This provider is an affiliate and not a Valley Medical Group practitioner.