Summary

Dr. Philip Tanner is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School. He completed his residency at the United States Army Medical Center, bringing 37 years of clinical experience to his practice.

Dr. Tanner provides care at multiple locations throughout western North Carolina, including Sylva and Franklin. His expertise focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps, GERD, and esophagitis. He performs essential procedures including colonoscopy, lower GI endoscopy, and pathology tests to diagnose and treat digestive disorders. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.6 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.6
  • 37 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • United States Army Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Philip Edwin Tanner has 5 locations

Western Carolina Digestive Consultants Pa

26 Westcare Dr Ste 302Sylva, NC 28779
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Western Carolina Digestive Consultants And Endoscopy Center

197 Riverview StFranklin, NC 28734
Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Harris Gi Associates

98 Doctors Dr Ste 310Sylva, NC 28779
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

Harris Regional Hospital

68 Hospital RdSylva, NC 28779

Angel Medical Center Inc

124 One Center CtFranklin, NC 28734

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Dr. Philip Edwin Tanner, MDAshley Anderson, APRNChimdi Mfebe, APRNRebecca Humphries, APRN
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.6 
37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Sylva , NCSACRAMENTO , CALittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: Emory University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Philip Edwin Tanner

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Partners Health Plan
  • Partners Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Philip Edwin Tanner has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Philip Edwin Tanner has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Army Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 1989

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Philip Tanner accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Is Dr. Philip Tanner accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Philip Tanner accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Philip Tanner's office located?
Dr. Philip Tanner's office is located at 26 Westcare Dr Ste 302, Sylva, NC, 28779.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Philip Tanner?
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