About
Dr. Corey Howard is a double board-certified internist and functional medicine physician with nearly three decades of clinical experience in Naples, Florida. A Florida native, he graduated cum laude from the University of South Florida before earning his medical degree from USF Morsani College of Medicine. His internship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York preceded his Internal Medicine residency at Tampa General Hospital, where his peers elected him Chief Resident. He also completed a Gastroenterology Fellowship in the Division of Digestive Diseases and Nutrition. He holds certifications from the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Functional Medicine, and carries the designations FACP, FAARFM, and FMNM.
Dr. Howard has led some of Florida's most prominent medical organizations, including serving as Past President of the Florida Medical Association and Past Chair of the Florida Delegation to the American Medical Association for 14 years. He also served as Past President of the Collier County Medical Society and Past Chair of the Department of Internal Medicine at NCH. The Florida Medical Association honored him with its Distinguished Service Award in 2024, its highest recognition. The American College of Physicians awarded him its Meritorious Service Award, and Collier County named him Physician of the Year in 2024. His clinical focus spans hormone optimization, longevity medicine, metabolic health, epigenetic testing, and gut health. He is currently writing "Live Beyond Well," a science-based guide to optimizing health and preventing disease. Outside medicine, Dr. Howard competes as an Ironman triathlete and performs as a musician in Naples' Physician's Talent Show, which benefits the Neighborhood Health Clinic.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of South Florida (USF) - Bachelor's degree, cum laude
Medical School
USF Morsani College of Medicine - MD
Residency
Internal Medicine Residency, Tampa General Hospital (elected Chief Resident)
Fellowship
Gastroenterology Fellowship, Division of Digestive Diseases and Nutrition
Additional Training
Internship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Howard right for?
Dr. Howard is a strong fit for adults seeking a thorough, science-based approach to long-term health. Patients dealing with hormonal imbalances, metabolic concerns, or cardiovascular risk benefit from his integrated clinical approach. He works well with patients who want advanced diagnostics, including epigenetic testing and body composition analysis. Those managing weight, gut health, thyroid conditions, or sleep issues find his comprehensive care model particularly useful. His telehealth options also serve patients outside Naples who want expert hormone and longevity guidance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Howard treats a broad range of conditions, including hormonal imbalances, metabolic dysfunction, cardiovascular risk, thyroid disorders, gut health issues, and sleep problems. He also addresses weight management and biological aging through a functional and preventive medicine lens.
Yes, Dr. Howard holds dual board certifications. He is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Functional Medicine. He also carries the professional designations FACP, FAARFM, and FMNM.
Dr. Howard offers epigenetic age assessment, SECA body composition analysis, mitochondrial panels, and comprehensive hormone and metabolic markers. These tools help him build a detailed picture of each patient's health and biological aging.
Dr. Howard uses bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, including pellet therapy, testosterone therapy for men, and menopause hormone therapy. He tailors each hormone plan to the individual patient based on comprehensive lab work and clinical evaluation.
Dr. Howard earned his undergraduate degree cum laude from the University of South Florida and his medical degree from USF Morsani College of Medicine. He completed his internship at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, his Internal Medicine residency at Tampa General Hospital as Chief Resident, and a Gastroenterology Fellowship in the Division of Digestive Diseases and Nutrition.
The Florida Medical Association honored Dr. Howard with its Distinguished Service Award in 2024, the organization's highest honor. The American College of Physicians awarded him its Meritorious Service Award. Collier County also named him Physician of the Year in 2024.
Yes, Dr. Howard offers telehealth hormone consultations and lab review appointments. These visits extend his care to patients outside Naples who want expert guidance on hormones, longevity, and metabolic health.
Standard appointments run 60 minutes. First visits typically run one to two hours, covering a full history review, physical examination, and a personalized care plan.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026