Summary

Dr. Taras Ploskanych is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, with additional expertise in sports medicine. He earned his medical degree from Ihorbachevsky Ternopil State Medical University and completed residencies at both UT Southwestern Medical Center and Fairview Hospital. With 27 years of experience in practice, Dr. Ploskanych brings extensive knowledge to treating musculoskeletal conditions and helping patients recover from injuries. He provides care in English.

Dr. Ploskanych practices at Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Temple, located in Temple, Texas. His clinical focus includes treating back pain in various populations, from pregnant women to children and teenagers. He utilizes comprehensive treatment approaches including physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy to help patients regain function and mobility. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5, reflecting their satisfaction with his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 27 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UT Southwestern Medical Center
  • 31 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Roney Bone and Joint Institute - Temple

2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508
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
Sat7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
4.7 
27 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Temple , TXShenandoah , TXHouston , TXHouston , TX
Med School: IHORBACHEVSKY TERNOPIL STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY (Education) Med School: Yale School of Medicine Med School: Jefferson Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University Med School: University of Texas Medical Branch
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Taras Ploskanych

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Taras Ploskanych has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Taras Ploskanych has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Pain
  • Electrodiagnosis
  • EMG/Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Injury
  • Nerve Damage
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
  • Prosthetics
  • Rehabilitation
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery Recovery

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

UT Southwestern Medical Center2013
Fairview Hospital - GME2010

Medical School

IHORBACHEVSKY TERNOPIL STATE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY (Education)Graduated in 1999

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Which hospitals is Dr. Taras Ploskanych affiliated with?
Dr. Taras Ploskanych is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Temple.

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