Jarett Howe, MD, became a doctor because he enjoyed the challenge of helping people through creative solutions. During his training, caring for the youngest patients at the Mexican border sealed his desire to work with children.
Dr. Howe offers pediatric surgery at Avera Medical Group Pediatric Specialists — Plaza 1, in Sioux Falls, SD. Some of the conditions he cares for include GI atresias, choledochal cysts and hernias.
Expert Care in Pediatric Surgery
Dr. Howe’s surgical expertise serves patients that are as young as 22 weeks gestation to 21 years of age. He uses the latest technology and minimally invasive procedures, personalized to every patient, to ensure the best outcome in that unique situation.
Surgeries he’s trained in performing include:
- Complex laparoscopy, including colectomy, splenectomy and hernia repair
- Anti-reflux surgery
- Thyroid and parathyroidectomy
- Congenital malformation repair
- Critical care
- Treatment of breast diseases and other various concerns
“When I can talk through the goals, objectives and concerns with the patient and family, we are able to come up with a satisfactory care plan that can resolve the problem,” said Dr. Howe.
Active Lifestyle
In his free time. Dr. Howe enjoys spending time with his wife and family. His hobbies include cooking, gardening and pheasant hunting.
