About Dr. Howard
Dr. Barbara Howard is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and has been in private practice in Jefferson City since 2000. She understands the importance of confidence in your surgeon and that you deserve peace of mind prior to having enhancement procedures. She actively participates in all stages of the surgical process. From the initial private consultation, through all stages of planning, surgery and post-operative care, Dr. Howard and her staff offer their closest personal attention. You will approach surgery with a full understanding of the procedure and a realistic expectation of your results.
Dr. Howard's Plastic Surgery Training, Certification, & Background
Dr. Barbara Howard began practicing plastic and reconstructive surgery in Jefferson City in July of 2000. She obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from Northeast Missouri State University in Kirksville, MO, and an M.D. from the University of Missouri, Columbia. She did her residency and received training in plastic and general surgery at Ohio State University, Columbus, from 1994-2000, where she trained with several renowned plastic surgeons.
Dr. Howard is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, the Missouri Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons, the American Medical Association, the Missouri State Medical Association, and the Cole County Medical Society. Her specialty interests include a variety of general and plastic surgery procedures, including: Cosmetic Breast Enhancement, Breast Reduction Surgery and Post-Mastectomy Reconstruction, Abdominoplasty and Liposuction, Facial and Eyelid Surgery, Cosmetic Tissue Filler procedures and Botox® Cosmetic Injections.
Dr. Howard is originally from Westphalia, MO in Osage County. She, along with her husband and four daughters, returned to the area in the year 2000 to begin her private practice. They currently reside in Westphalia.
About Our Staff
Our staff is deeply committed to your comfort and safety, and are expertly trained in patient care. We give priority to helping you achieve your goals privately, comfortably and safely, in a tranquil and soothing environment. We understand that making the decision to change or enhance an aspect of your appearance is one of the most important medical decisions you will ever make. With this in mind, we offer a unique and completely personalized experience in cosmetic surgery using the most scientifically advanced methods of face and body rejuvenation.
Our surgeon, Dr. Barbara Howard, actively participates in all stages of the surgical process, while our staff offers close personal attention through all stages of planning, surgery and post-operative care.
Almost all of our outpatient procedures can be performed in our new in-office surgery suite. Without the need to go to a hospital, we can offer you utmost privacy and confidentiality, and complete one-on-one attention during your surgery and immediate postop recovery. We take care to make sure you are comfortable and ready to go home quickly and safely.
For major surgery, we can perform your procedure at either one of Jefferson City’s fully accredited hospitals, Capital Region Medical Center or St. Mary’s Health Center. Both hospitals have exceptional surgery departments and offer excellence in patient care and privacy.
We look forward to working with you to help you achieve your goals and restore your self-confidence.
