Dr. Jawahar Taunk, MD

Dr. Jawahar Taunk, MD

Gastroenterologist
827.3 mi · 34041 US Hwy 19 N, Suite A, Palm Harbor, FL 34684

At a glance

Accepts 26 insurances
Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Emblem Health, Medicare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Sawai ManSingh Medical College
Works at Advanced Gastroenterology Associates
2 office locations
Affiliated with Mease Countryside Hospital
Mease Dunedin Hospital and 1 more

Office locations

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1.
Advanced Gastroenterology Associates
827.3 mi · 34041 US Hwy 19 N, Suite A, Palm Harbor, FL, 34684
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2.
Advanced Gastroenterology Associates
832.0 mi · 646 Virginia Street, Suite 201, Dunedin, FL, 34698

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In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Emblem Health

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Acid reflux
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Colonoscopy
Stomach and duodenal inflammation
Acute gastrointestinal bleeding
Upper GI endoscopy
Acid reflux
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Colonoscopy
Stomach and duodenal inflammation

More about Dr. Jawahar Taunk, MD

Dr. Taunk has been a practicing Gastroenterology for over two decades in the Tampa Bay Area. He has been rated one of best Gastroenterologist in area by vitals.com, has been selected as America's Top Gastroenterologists by Consumers' Research Council of America and has been rated as Top Gastroenterologist in Palm Harbor by International Association of Healthcare Professionals (IAHCP). He has participated in more than 60 clinical research studies. After graduating from S.M.S Medical College, in Jaipur, India, he then continued residency in Internal Medicine at College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University at Harlem Hospital Center, New York. He also completed a fellowship in Gastroenterology at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ. Dr. Taunk is very thorough and extremely caring for each patient he sees. Please come see Dr. Taunk for any of your GI needs today.

Education & experience

Education

Medical School - Sawai ManSingh Medical College
Harlem Hospital Center, Residency in Internal Medicine
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Fellowship in Gastroenterology

Practice

Advanced Gastroenterology Associates

Affiliation

Mease Countryside Hospital
Mease Dunedin Hospital
Florida Hospital North Pinellas

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine
Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine)

Professional memberships

American College of Gastroenterology

Awards and publications

Gold Medal for Best All Rounder Candidate for MD
Glaxo Research Institute Award for Research as a Fellow
Participated in over 60 Clinical Trials

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Male

NPI number

#1528066271

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.25
Bedside manner
5.00
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Staff is great & very helpful. The doctor is very kind and caring. He often goes above and beyond.
The staff and Doctor were excellent.! I would recommend to my friends
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Professional, caring, informative
Frequently asked questions

Which hospital is Dr. Jawahar Taunk affiliated with?

Dr. Jawahar Taunk is affiliated with Mease Countryside Hospital, Mease Dunedin Hospital, and Florida Hospital North Pinellas.

What practice does Dr. Jawahar Taunk work with?

Dr. Jawahar Taunk works with Advanced Gastroenterology Associates.

Where is Dr. Jawahar Taunk's office located?

Dr. Jawahar Taunk has 2 office locations, including in Palm Harbor and Dunedin, view full addresses on Dr. Taunk's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Jawahar Taunk have?

Dr. Jawahar Taunk is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology (Internal Medicine).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Jawahar Taunk?

Dr. Jawahar Taunk frequently sees patients for Colon Cancer Screening, Colonoscopy, Diarrhea, Gastroenterology Consultation, and Hemorrhoids. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Jawahar Taunk on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Jawahar Taunk speak?

Dr. Jawahar Taunk speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Jawahar Taunk in reviews?

4 patients have reviewed Dr. Jawahar Taunk. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.25/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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