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Flora R. Howie, M.D.

  1. Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrician
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Location

  1. Rochester, Minnesota

Languages

English

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Flora R. Howie, M.D., is a developmental-behavioral pediatrician, with specialty interest in autism. Her clinical focus includes:

  • Expertise in evaluation and management of autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities such as ADHD, cognitive delay, or genetic syndromes.
  • Care for patients from infancy to 18 years of age.
  • Providing care in Mayo Clinic Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics for comprehensive family centered care.
  • Listening to patients and determining their parent's concerns and expectations in order to develop the best management plan for the family.

In addition to her clinical activities, Dr. Howie is active in advocacy, research and education, providing mentorship to residents and fellows.

  1. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children
  2. Autism spectrum disorder
  3. Intellectual disability
  1. 2012
    Other - Center for Autism and the Developing Brain, Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition Research TrainingNew York-Presbyterian Hospital
  2. 2011
    Certificate - Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Clinical WorkshopUniversity of Central Florida
  3. 2011
    Certificate - Positive Behavior Support Graduate Certificate Program: Consultation and CollaborationUniversity of South Florida
  4. 2009
    Certificate - Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Research TrainingUniversity of Michigan
  5. 2002
    Other - Positive Behavior Support Training, Center for Autism and Related DisabilitiesUniversity of South Florida
  6. 1987
    Chief ResidentSt. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center
  7. 1986
    ResidencySt. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center
  8. 1985
    ResidencyHoward University Hospital
  9. 1983
    MDHoward University College of Medicine
  10. 1981
    BSCity University of New York

Certifications

  1. 2004
    Developmental Behavioral PediatricsAmerican Board of Pediatrics
  2. 1988
    PediatricsAmerican Board of Pediatrics

Awards and honors

  1. 2020
    Top Doctor 2020Minnesota Monthly
  2. 2019
    Selected for the Minnesota Monthly magazine 2019-2020 Top Doctors listMinnesota Monthly Magazine
  3. 2018
    Marcus Sherels Community Service Award RT Autism Awareness Foundation
  4. 2018
    Selected for the Minnesota Monthly magazine 2018-2019 Top Doctors listMinnesota Monthly Magazine
  5. 2016
    Nominated, Teacher of the Year by JHACH ResidentsJohns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
  6. 2012
    Health Care Heroes FinalistTampa Bay Business Journal
  7. 2011
    Outstanding Community Partner Award, Department of Child & Family StudiesUniversity of South Florida
  8. 1996
    JHACH Certificate of Recognition for Service Excellence Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
  9. 1985
    Marie and Oscar Randolph Award, Excellence in Child DevelopmentHoward University Hospital
  10. 1983
    Honors in PsychiatryHoward University College of Medicine

Professional memberships

  1. 2020 - present
    ParticipantDevelopmental Behavioral Pediatrics Touchpoint, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
  2. 2019 - present
    ParticipantDivision Chair Forum, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
  3. 2019 - present
    ParticipantDevelopmental Behavioral Pediatrics Full Group Division Meeting, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
  4. 2019 - present
    MemberRecruitment Committee, Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
  5. 2018 - present
    MemberEmployee and Community Health Developmental Screening Taskforce, Mayo Clinic in Rochester
  6. 2018 - present
    MemberAmerican Medical Association
  7. 2018 - present
    MemberInternational Society for Autism Research
  8. 2016 - 2017
    Executive CouncilJohns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Institute for Brain Protection Sciences (IBPS)
  9. 2016 - 2017
    Medical DirectorJohns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Institute for Brain Protection Sciences Ambulatory and Networks Council
  10. 2015 - 2017
    MemberJohns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Standards and Credentials Committee
  11. 2015 - 2017
    MemberPinellas Interagency Networking Council for Students (PINCS)
  12. 2015 - 2016
    MemberCommunity Meeting of the Minds, University of South Florida
  13. 2013 - 2017
    MemberJohns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Philanthropy Committee
  14. 2013 - 2017
    LeaderJohns Hopkins All Childrens Hospital
  15. 2013 - 2015
    Committee MemberJohns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Advocacy Council
  16. 2012 - 2017
    FacilitatorJohns Hopikins All Childrens Hospital Autism Center
  17. 2012 - 2017
    LeaderJohns Hopikins All Childrens Hospital Autism Center
  18. 2011 - 2017
    FacilitatorJohns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Autism Center Project Meeting
  19. 2011 - 2012
    LeaderJohns Hopikins All Childrens Hospital Autism Center
  20. 2010 - 2012
    Committee MemberAll Children's Hospital Medical Administrative Committee
  21. 2004 - 2007
    MemberJohns Hopkins All Childrens Hospital
  22. 2003
    LeaderAll Children’s Hospital, Early Intervention Program
  23. 2002 - 2005
    MemberUniversity of South Florida Center for Autism and Related Disabilities sponsored by the Developmental Disabilities Council
  24. 2000 - present
    MemberSection on Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics, American Academy of Pediatrics
  25. 1996 - 2004
    ChairAll Children's Hospital Early Intervention Program Systems Committee
  26. 1996 - 1997
    LeaderAll Children’s Hospital, Early Intervention Program
  27. 1995 - 1998
    FacilitatorCommunity Health Centers of Pinellas
  28. 1992
    LeaderCommunity Health Centers of Pinellas
  29. 1989 - present
    FellowAmerican Academy of Pediatrics

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