Howard Marcus, MD

Howard R. Marcus, MD

Internal Medicine
4.8of 5 | (167) | View Reviews
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About Howard R. Marcus, MD

  • Dr. Marcus see patients on an as-needed basis at ARC clinics.

    Dr. Marcus and his wife have six grandchildren who are a major focus of their lives. He enjoys taking his sailboat out on Lake Travis, taking an occasional trip to an interesting destination, and listening to classical music.

An inspiration in my decision to become a doctor came from our family's general practitioner when I was growing up, who demonstrated those traits of caring and skill that all physicians should emulate. I chose to become a primary care general internist because I value the long term relationships we have with our patients and their families as well as the everyday challenge of diagnosis and treatment of a vast variety of medical conditions.

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Telemedicine Visits

Telemedicine Visits

ARC offers telemedicine visits for primary and specialty care. ARC doctors and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) can quickly evaluate you for a new health issue or follow up with you via a phone call or video visit from the comfort of your home.

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Credentials

  • Board Certifications
    Board Certified in Internal Medicine
  • Residency
    University of Rochester Associated Hospitals Program, Rochester, NY,1976
  • Medical School
    Tufts University School of Medicine, Boston, MA 1971
  • Education
    B.S., Tufts University, Boston, MA, 1967
  • Professional Positions
    • Chairman, The Doctors Company Texas Policyholders’ Advisory Board
    • Chairman, Texas Alliance for Patient Access
    • Consultant, Texas Medical Committee on Professional Liability
    • Consultant to Best Doctors, Inc, Boston, MA
    • Consultant to the Texas Medical Liability Insurance Underwriting Association
    • Executive Director, Medical Defense Political Action Committee
    • Fellow, American College of Physicians
    • Member, Texas Academy of Internal Medicine
    • Member, Texas Medical Association
    • Member, Travis County Medical Society
  • Awards & Honors
    • Advocate of the Year Award, Texas Chapter of the American College of Physicians, 2010
    • Attending Physician of the Year, 1988-89, Central Texas Medical Foundation
    • Best Doctors in America®, 2017-18
    • Patient’s Choice Award, Vitals.com, 2011
    • "Super Doctor," Texas Monthly, 2007-2015
    • Texas Medical Liability Trust Lifetime Achievement Award, 2009
    • "Top Doctors," (formerly Best Doctors), Austin Monthly, 2011, 2013
    • United States Public Health Service Commendation Medal, 1974

Patient Reviews

OVERALL CLINICIAN RATING

Rating based on “Did the doctor or advanced practice clinician (APC) provide the care you expected?”

4.8out of 5
  • October 4, 2026

    Doctor Marcus is so thorough and very knowledgeable and easy to understand. I think he is exceptional with his explanations of situations and treatment options. I’ve had previous conversations with him in telemedicine and he has always been extremely thorough and helpful. I look forward to working with him again.

  • October 2, 2026

    Dr. Marcus is both thorough and personable. Great bedside manner even though we were on the phone.

  • October 2, 2026

    Dr was very focused on my issue and asked perceptive background questions that most other doctors miss

  • October 1, 2026

    Very thorough doctor

  • September 29, 2026

    The doctor showed genuine concern for my situation and agreed that the medication I needed should not require a doctor's visit just to refill, as the medication cannot be abused. He provided me with better insight on how to effectively use one of the medications while being sick. He was great, and I will remember this positive interaction forever.

  • September 28, 2026

    Dr. Marcus was very thorough and had briefed himself on my chart notes prior to our meeting. He was very attentive when I was explaining the history that led up to the rash that I currently have. He gave me a thorough understanding of what to expect moving forward, and how to follow back up if needed.