Summary

Dr. Carlos Tavera is an internal medicine physician who brings nearly four decades of experience to patient care. He completed his medical education at Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad De Medicina and continued his training with a residency at Spectrum Health. With 39 years in practice, Dr. Tavera has developed expertise in managing complex internal medicine conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations effectively.

Dr. Tavera practices at multiple locations throughout Grand Rapids, Michigan, including Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital and Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health. His clinical focus includes treating high cholesterol in children and teens, managing hyperlipidemia, and controlling hypertension. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts and creatinine clearance tests to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 39 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Spectrum Health
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 8 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Carlos Eduardo Tavera has 4 locations

Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

100 Michigan St NeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

Mercy Health Saint Marys

200 Jefferson Ave SeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Neurosurgery

275 MICHIGAN ST NE FL 10GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad De Medicina Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Carlos Eduardo Tavera

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Carlos Eduardo Tavera has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Carlos Eduardo Tavera has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Allergy
  • Asthma
  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Nasal Allergy (Rhinitis)
  • Physical
  • Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Carlos Eduardo Tavera holds an expired medical license in the state of Michigan.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Michigan that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Spectrum Health.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Militar Nueva Granada Facultad De Medicina in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Tavera's NPI number is 1942277348.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Carlos Tavera accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Carlos Tavera accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Carlos Tavera accepting new patients?
Dr. Carlos Tavera is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Carlos Tavera's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carlos Tavera affiliated with?
Dr. Carlos Tavera is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health, Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, Corewell Health Reed City Hospital, Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Fred And Lena Meijer Heart Center, Corewell Health Helen Devos Childrens Hospital, Mcn Health, and Corewell Health Rehabilitation And Nursing Center Kentridge.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Carlos Tavera?
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Does Dr. Carlos Tavera accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Carlos Tavera has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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