Summary

Dr. Jawahar Taunk is a gastroenterologist who brings nearly five decades of experience to digestive health care. He earned his medical degree from Sawai Man Singh Medical College and completed his residency training at Harlem Hospital Center. His extensive 49-year career has established him as an experienced specialist in gastrointestinal medicine. Dr. Taunk is multilingual, speaking both Spanish and German in addition to English.

Dr. Taunk practices at multiple locations throughout the Tampa Bay area, including Tarpon Springs, Tampa, Safety Harbor, Dunedin, and Hudson. He specializes in diagnosing and treating common digestive conditions such as colon polyps, diverticular disease, and hemorrhoids. His expertise includes performing colonoscopies and colorectal cancer screenings to help patients maintain their digestive health. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.5
  • 49 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, German
  • Harlem Hospital Center
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Jawahar Lal Taunk has 6 locations

Adventhealth North Pinellas

1395 S Pinellas AveTarpon Springs, FL 34689

Mease Countryside Hospital

3231 Mcmullen Booth RdSafety Harbor, FL 34695

Mease Dunedin Hospital

601 Main StDunedin, FL 34698

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4.5 
49 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, German Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Tarpon Springs , FLSACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CATempe , AZ
Med School: Sawai Man Singh Medical College Med School: New York University Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Columbus State University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jawahar Lal Taunk

  • Aetna
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optimum HealthCare - HMO
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • Ultimate Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jawahar Lal Taunk has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jawahar Lal Taunk has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Tubal Ligation (Permanent Sterilization in Women)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Harlem Hospital Center

Medical School

Sawai Man Singh Medical CollegeGraduated in 1977

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Jawahar Taunk speak?
Dr. Jawahar Taunk speaks Spanish and German.
Does Dr. Jawahar Taunk accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Jawahar Taunk has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Jawahar Taunk's office located?
Dr. Jawahar Taunk's office is located at 1395 S Pinellas Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL, 34689.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jawahar Taunk affiliated with?
Dr. Jawahar Taunk is affiliated with Adventhealth North Pinellas.
Does Dr. Jawahar Taunk accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jawahar Taunk accepts on their Vitals profile.

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