Brian Matthew Howard Emory Faculty
Brian Matthew Howard Emory Faculty

Brian Matthew Howard, MD

Neurological Surgery, Neurosurgery

4.9 - 159 Ratings

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg B, Fl 2, Ste 2200, Atlanta, GA 30322
Telehealth Visits Available

Availability within 14 days*

Book Online (404) 778-5770

About

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.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

  • Associate Professor

Locations

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast
Bldg B, Fl 2, Ste 2200
Atlanta, GA 30322

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road location map

Similar providers at these locations

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 159 ratings

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

4.9 Provider showed concern
4.9 Provider explained things clearly
4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 Provider included you in decisions
4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-19

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 Reviewed on 2026-03-19

Everyone was kind, involved, and treated me well

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-26

Everything went well

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-19

Emory Healthcare Is The Best!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-18

Excellent explanation of the procedure and attendant risks.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-12

Dr Howard excellent doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-12

Explained well my situation

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

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 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

Everyone I had contact with was outstanding

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-11

Excellent in every way.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-19

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-15

Everyone was very polite

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-06

Knowledgeable, ki d & positive

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-06

Pleasure meeting with doctors

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-16

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 Reviewed on 2025-08-15

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 Reviewed on 2025-07-11

He was fantastic.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-11

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-29

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 Reviewed on 2025-06-15

NP was great!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-02

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-19

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-04

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-07

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-27

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 Reviewed on 2025-01-19

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-11

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-17

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-13

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 Reviewed on 2024-12-13

Excellent and kind

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-05

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-30

Awesome experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-25

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 Reviewed on 2024-08-23

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 Reviewed on 2024-06-24

Overall experience was good.

Credentials

Education

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

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

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