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Dr Douglas Howard
Family Physician, Emergency Physician
About Dr Howard
Edit profileDr. Douglas Howard is a dual-certified Family and Emergency Physician practicing at Coldwater Medical Centre, located at 45 River Street, Coldwater, ON L0K 1E0; with over three decades of experience, he offers comprehensive care for patients of all ages, blending routine family medicine with acute emergency expertise—if you’ve received care from Dr. Howard, consider leaving a review to help others discover his commitment to thorough, community-based healthcare.
Special interest
Dr. Howard’s medical interests include chronic disease management, acute care, mental health support, insomnia and sleep disturbances, and coordination of care across specialties; he is particularly known for his holistic approach to family medicine, addressing physical, emotional, and social factors while offering cognitive behavioral strategies for sleep issues and facilitating referrals when needed.
Education and training
Dr. Howard earned his MD from the University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine in 1991 and holds certification in Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine from the College of Family Physicians of Canada; he has been in independent practice since 2000 and is licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO #74552).
Practice in Coldwater, ON
- 45 River St, PO Box is 305, Coldwater ON L0K 1E0
Practice in Aurora, ON
- 32 Mill St, Aurora ON L4G 2R9
Frequently Asked Questions
He evaluates chronic sleep disturbances such as insomnia and non-restorative sleep, offering education on sleep hygiene, CBT-I principles, and referrals when necessary.
Yes, he provides support for anxiety, depression, and related conditions, integrating mental health care into his family practice model.
Absolutely—he develops personalized care plans for chronic illnesses, focusing on prevention, monitoring, and patient education.
Referrals are not required, and patients can contact Coldwater Medical Centre at (705) 686-3335 to inquire about availability.
He emphasizes a holistic, patient-centered philosophy, coordinating care with specialists and considering emotional and social factors alongside physical health.
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