Dr James Tarbox | Lubbock, TX | Allergy & Immunology

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James Tarbox, M.D., board-certified in Allergy and Immunology, practices at Texas Tech Physicians outpatient and is affiliated at University Medical Center for inpatient care. He completed medical school at the Texas Tech University Health Science Center, an internship and residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, and a fellowship at Washington University School of Medicine. He specializes in the treatment of adults and kids for allergic rhinitis (hay fever), asthma, atopic dermatitis (eczema), contact dermatitis, anaphylaxis and food allergy. He also treats environmental allergies, insect stings, urticaria (hives), angioedema (swelling), eosinophilia, primary immunodeficiencies, and other disorders in allergy & immunology.

accepting new patients
4.7

15 Ratings
21 years of experience
18 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, Arabic, English
Cleveland Clinic Foundation
14 written reviews
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
3 office locations

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Always a wonderful and pleasant experience with Dr. Tarbox. His entire staff and operation are professional and knowledgeable. I highly recommend him to anyone needing his services. He is the best

October 3rd, 2023

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Dr Tarbox is very thorough and has helped me get my allergies under control.

August 8th, 2023

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Dr. Tarbox is a compassionate and thoughtful physician who listens closely to patients and takes great care to ensure diagnosis and treatment comprehension. He never feels hurried or impatient during clinic, nor does he “talk down” to patients. He is consistently responsive to patient concerns, bringing his extensive research and clinical expertise to bear on all health concerns and problems.

May 12th, 2023

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Absolutely phenomenal!

October 11th, 2022

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Excellent allergist !!!

September 27th, 2022

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Great Doctor, always takes time to listen and care about the patient. Excellent treatment and care. If you need an allergist, I recommend Tarbox MD

September 20th, 2022

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Found out important information moving forward about my allergies. Outstanding staff and team!

August 18th, 2022

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I was very pleased with the services provided.

June 14th, 2022

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Overall great doctor. Very informative, and patient. Willing to listen to all of my concerns and answer all of my questions. I would trust him with any member of my family. Highly recommend!!!

September 3rd, 2020

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I'm a professional singer and needed urgent help, since I was suffering from bad allergies, which immensely effected my voice. Dr. Tarbox patiently reviewed my case, and not only was he able to help me immediately, based on his recommendations, I was able to get a handle of my allergies, which I was dealing with for decades! Dr. Tarbox is the reason, why I can rely on my health again, and I am very thankful for that. I highly recommend him as a physician!

September 20th, 2019

Umc Southwest Medical

4004 82nd St Ste DLubbock, TX 79423

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Texas Tech Physicians Internal Medicine Clinic

3601 4th St Fl 2Lubbock, TX 79430

Tel: (806) 743-3150

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

University Medical Center

602 Indiana AveLubbock, TX 79415

Tel: (806) 775-8200


Dr James Tarbox	Dr. Prathyusha Savjani, MD	Dr. Jonathon Schening, MD	Dr. Ethan Bernell Dalley, MD
Allergy & Immunology	Allergy & Immunology	Allergy & Immunology	Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (15 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.8 (6 Ratings)
21 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience		17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Arabic, English	Speaks English, Telugu	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Lubbock , TX	Houston , TX	Houston , TX	Lubbock , TX
Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine	Med School: Baylor College of Medicine		Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicaid
Aetna
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
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Allergies
Asthma
Desensitization
Hay Fever
Hay Fever (Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis)
Internal Medicine
Itching
Nasal Allergies
Nasal Allergy (Rhinitis)
Rash
Sinusitis
Watery Eyes

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Medical School

Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of MedicineGraduated in 2005

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Which hospitals is Dr James Tarbox affiliated with?: Dr James Tarbox is affiliated with University Medical Center.
Where is Dr James Tarbox's office located?: Dr James Tarbox's office is located at 4004 82nd St Ste D, Lubbock, TX, 79423.

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