Kristy Lynn Howard, DO

Obstetrics and Gynecology,Tahoe Forest Women's Center

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Provider Locations

Tahoe Forest Women’s Center

2nd Floor of the Gene Upshaw Memorial Tahoe Forest Cancer Center
10121 Pine Avenue
Truckee, CA 96161
Phone: (530) 587-1041

Profile

  • Education: Midwestern University – Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
  • Residency: Rush University Medical Center
  • Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dr. Kristy Howard completed her medical education at Midwestern University – Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Howard is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Howard joined Tahoe Forest in September 2021. She is originally from the Pacific Northwest, but always dreamed of moving to the Tahoe area.  In her free time she enjoys hiking, skiing and spending time with her husband and three kids.

Patient Satisfaction Survey

Overall Satisfaction 4.9 stars out of 5 stars 4.9 out of 5 222 Ratings 78 Comments

Patient Ratings & Comments

Question breakdown

  • Rating: 5Provider showed concern
  • Rating: 4.9Provider explained things clearly
  • Rating: 4.9Provider included you in decisions
  • Rating: 4.9Provider discussed treatment options
  • Rating: 5Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 stars out of 5 stars
Excellent doctor
January 14, 2026
5 stars out of 5 stars
Dr Howard is a gem. Please treat her well and keep her happy so that you continue to have excellent service for our community.
January 4, 2026
5 stars out of 5 stars
Dr. Howard is so genuine and just lovely to discuss women's health with
December 12, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Dr. Howard consistently provides answers and options to my questions. She is very thorough and I know she really listens to me.
December 4, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Love Dr. Howard!
November 20, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Doctor Howard is amazing, personable, and goes beyond normal care given by a doctor. I Would highly recommend her. Love Doctor Howard. Excellent.
November 16, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Dr Howard is great!
November 15, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Dr Howard is wonderful!
November 2, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
I am so comfortable with Dr. Howard! I only book with her and feel like she takes her time really talking with me and showing true interest in my health.
November 2, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Thank you for calling me to discuss lab results.
October 28, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Kristy is hands down the best OB/GYN I've ever been to. She listens and is so caring and knowledgeable.
October 23, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Everything is very well explained and detailed and gives our opinion and decision
October 23, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Kristy was wonderful. Immediately put my husband and I at ease. Very personable, professional. Answered many questions. Never felt rushed. Appreciated her understanding of my nervousness and her very calm approach.
October 15, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Very good
October 14, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Dr Howard is amazing. She's so smart yet explains my care on an understandable level. She has fixed every issue I've had.
October 12, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
She is the very best doctor ever!
October 11, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Dr Howard was very informative, practical and empathetic!
October 2, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Highly recommend Dr Howard - Put me at ease in regards to my concerns -
September 30, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
Dr. Howard is fantastic! She is such a good listener and explains things so clearly. I never feel rushed and I feel like a co-partner in my care. She is so caring and empathetic too. She makes it easy to discuss anything and I never feel embarrassed to ask questions.
September 22, 2025
5 stars out of 5 stars
I'm very happy with the care provided by Dr. Howard. She is very kind, pleasant, focused and knowledgeable. She took care of my medical needs without hesitation.
September 20, 2025