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Brian Matthew Howard

Brian Matthew Howard, MD

4.9171 ratings

Neurosurgery

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Languages

  • English

About Brian Matthew Howard

Emory Affiliation

Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

Associate Professor

About the Provider

Brian Howard, MD, vascular neurosurgeon at Emory Healthcare, leads with precision, compassion, and innovation in neurovascular care. As Director of the Supervascular Neurosurgery Fellowship and Medical Director of Neurology and Neurosurgery at Emory University Hospital, Dr. Howard specializes in complex surgical and minimally invasive procedures. He ensures patients understand their condition and treatment options, always treating them like family. At Emory, he’s part of a multidisciplinary team delivering advanced care and training the next generation of neurosurgeons. Outside of work, he enjoys fitness, golf, skiing, and cheering on his kids at sporting events.

Professional Memberships

American Association of Neurological Surgeons

CNS/AANS Joint Cerebrovascular Section

Congress of Neurological Surgeons

Georgia Neurosurgical Society

Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society

Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery

Interpretive Services

To provide the highest quality of care, interpreter services may be utilized to ensure proper communication of medical information for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and non-English speaking patients or family members.

Awards

Emory University Department of Neurosurgery Suzie C. Tindall, MD Resident Award, 2017



Georgia Neurosurgical Society Most Outstanding Resident Research Project, 2016

American Board of Neurological Surgery Written Examination Award for Highest Score Emory University, 2014

University of Connecticut Medical/Dental Student Research Day Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Gross Outstanding Medical Student Research Award, 2009

University of Connecticut School of Medicine Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society Inductee, 2009

Weill Cornell Medical College Brain Tumor Research Fellowship, 2007-08

Trinity College Graduation with Honors, 2003

Trinity College Faculty Honors, 2000-03

Trinity College Health Fellowship, 2002

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Locations

  1. Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road
    • 1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg B, Fl 2, Ste 2200, Atlanta, GA 30322
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Emory University Hospital, 2018
  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Neurological Surgery, 2017
  • Medical Education: University of Connecticut Health Center, MD, 2010

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

171 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2026

    Dr Howard is truly amazing and very understanding and knowledgeable in my situation Definately I am totally satisfied with the details of my condition and the meaningful information on how we can get some improvements with the necessary treatment and procedures.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2026

    Everyone was kind, involved, and treated me well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Everything went well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Emory Healthcare Is The Best!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Excellent explanation of the procedure and attendant risks.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Dr Howard excellent doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Explained well my situation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    The muse's physician saw a problem and made the RIGHT decision so the wound leakage was not exacerbated.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Dr. Howard was exceptionally kind, friendly, knowledgeable, professional, and competent! He reviewed my health history thorougjly, listened to my concerns, and gave explanations and recommendations in a way that I could understand the underlying causes of my health Issues, as well as my going forward treatment plan. Dr. Howard Is an outstanding physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Everyone I had contact with was outstanding

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    Excellent in every way.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Dr. Brian Howard is exceptional. I have great confidence in him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Everyone was very polite

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Knowledgeable, ki d & positive

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Pleasure meeting with doctors

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    The inimitable Dr. Howard conducted a Master's class on my aneurysm and possible solutions. He drew them out(I wish I had kept the paper on the seat it was written on). He showed me coils and pins. My fear left because of his intellectual SWAGGER! I TRUST this guythis BRILLIANT SCHOLAR ARTIST/SCIENTIST! I am BLESSED by Emory research hospital!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Bestww experience for first time I've ever had in the Georgia. Doctor Haward is the best as well. Thanks for any convinced and greatest teams.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    He was fantastic.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Dr. Howard is very caring and really explains each situation very well and answers all your questions thoroughly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    Dr H was great in giving me time to ask questions and he was great in informing me options or really explaining that I had 1 option. Well done!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    NP was great!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Everything was explained in understandable terms and my questions were thoroughly answered

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    My doctor was straight talking, his descriptions of treatment was very interesting and informative. I had immediate trust of him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/4/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2025

    Dr Howard is the most knowledgeable and best Dr I have ever seen. He is so sweet and doesn't mind taking whatever time it takes to explain and ensure you understand. He is very good and its always a pleasure seeing him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/19/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2025

    The best doctor ever...excellent nurse practitioner as well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2024

    Dr.Howard explained my diagnosis and proposed solutions. He is an excellent doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2024

    Dr. Howard was phenomenal. Healthcare has in my eyes changed overall in ways I wish it hadn't, but Dr. Howard proved me so wrong in what I thought I might see during our visit. The experiences in most recent years for myself or family when we have received care In other places not related to Emory, has been a mix of good and not so good, but Dr. Howard cared for my mom and explained in plain language what was going on. I like that he answered questions- was enthusiastic in answering them- we didn't feel rushed. We were always heard. He was kind, he was so compassionate and just made our day. I am grateful that he decided to become a medical provider, that God put it on his mind and heart. He is what our community needs and deserves.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2024

    Excellent and kind

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2024

    All the staff were helpful. This doctor is excellent !!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/30/2024

    Awesome experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/25/2024

    Dr. Howard had taken time prior to visit to examine all my records and complicated issues with surgeries and carotid artery challenges. His advice was thorough, wise, personable and very reassuring. He is an awesome doctor, and I trust him implicitly. Thank you!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2024

    Dr Howard went over my scans, explained the options and risks so I understood the procedure I chose to proceed with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2024

    Overall experience was good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2024

    Mr Howard is the BOMB.COM.....I LOVE HIM.....IM SOOOO THANKFUL FOR HIM AND MY RECOVERY

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/31/2024

    Dr. Howard was incredibly kind, professional and knowledgeable. He took the time to listen and cared enough to help us figure out next steps. I was very grateful for his help and support and would highly recommend him to anyone needing a neurosurgeon with his specialty.

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2024

    I was highly disappointed in the care I received. Right after the angiogram, I was dizzy, nauseated, I couldn't move my right hand at all, my right side was weak. I was told it was a stroke. I stayed in the hospital overnight for observation. I am still experiencing weakness, yet this doctor is not trying to take accountability for what happened and is now saying it wasn't a stroke. What was it? Why did I stay in the hospital after the procedure? My kids were there and witnessed the entire thing. Why did you all rush me back for an MRI? Was it because my body was shaking uncontrollably and I couldn't speak? The nurses were telling my nurse to CYA. Why were they calling for stroke on the intercom before I was rushed back. There are curtains, not doors so my family heard the conversations. I will never ever come back to this place.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2024

    Dr Howard took a lot of time to explain the procedure that will take place to contain my aneurysm. My husband and I were pleased with the care I will receive.