About Dr. Nicole Howe
Lutz, FL
Dr. Nicole Howe, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and Fellowship Trained Mohs surgeon specializing in surgical, medical, and cosmetic dermatology for patients of all ages and skin types. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Florida before continuing her education at the University of South Florida College of Medicine, where she was inducted into the Gold Humanism Honor Society in recognition of her compassionate care. Dr. Howe then completed her dermatology residency at USF and Moffitt Cancer Center, gaining extensive experience in the field.
Dr. Howe further refined her expertise by completing a prestigious fellowship in Mohs Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology at the University of Vermont under the mentorship of Dr. Glenn Goldman and Dr. Todd Holmes. During her fellowship, she focused on skin cancer detection, management, removal, and complex reconstructions and wound healing. Her commitment to advancing dermatology is evident in her authorship of book chapters and numerous journal articles.
She is a proud member and fellow of several prominent organizations, including the American Academy of Dermatology, the American College of Mohs Surgery, the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, and the American Medical Association.
Dr. Howe’s distinguished career also includes serving as an assistant professor at the University of Pennsylvania, where she worked alongside some of the nation’s leading cutaneous surgeons. After several years of service, Dr. Howe returned to her hometown in Florida to be closer to her family and bring a fresh perspective to the region’s dermatology practice. She has also provided care at the James A. Haley VA Hospital in Tampa, Florida, offering her expertise to veterans.
Known for her compassionate approach, Dr. Howe is dedicated to providing personalized, gold-standard care to all her patients. She takes the time to get to know her patients as individuals, ensuring their unique needs are met. Her patients often describe her as treating them like family, creating a comfortable environment with her genuine care, knowledge, and expertise.
Outside of her professional commitments, Dr. Howe enjoys spending time with her boys, kayaking, hiking, and sharing her love for nature.
