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Who is Dr. Tavares, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon in Erie, PA?
Dr. Joao Tavares, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Erie, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Tavares completed his residency at A I Dupont Inst Hsp-Chldn, Pediatrics; Hamot Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Hamot Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year and is currently affiliated with Shriners Hospitals For Children Erie. Dr. Tavares is fluent in English, Croatian, French, Italian, Slavic languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tavares’s office at (814) 875-8728.
Where did Dr. Tavares go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A I Dupont Inst Hsp-Chldn, Pediatrics; Hamot Med Ctr, Orthopedic Surgery; Hamot Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University De Lisboa, Fac De Med, Lisboa, Portugal | University of Lisboa / Faculty of Medicine of Lisboa
Is Dr. Tavares board certified as a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joao Tavares, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tavares speak?
Dr. Tavares and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Croatian
English
French
Italian
Slavic languages
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tavares typically treat?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, conditions treated by Dr. Joao Tavares may include:
Please contact Dr. Tavares' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Tavares typically perform?
As a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Joao Tavares may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
Please contact Dr. Tavares' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tavares accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Tavares' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Tavares' office located?
What is Dr. Tavares's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tavares's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750425351.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tavares?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tavares
What is Dr. Joao Tavares's specialty?
Dr. Tavares is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon near Erie, PA.
What does a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon with specialized training in pediatric orthopedics focuses on diagnosing, treating, and managing musculoskeletal issues in infants, children, and adolescents. This includes addressing limb and spine deformities (such as clubfoot and scoliosis), gait abnormalities (like limping), bone and joint infections, and fractures.
Is this Dr. Joao Tavares affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tavares is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Joao Tavares accepting new patients in Erie, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joao Tavares is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joao Tavares offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office at (814) 875-8728 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joao Tavares?
Please contact Dr. Tavares's office at (814) 875-8728 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joao Tavares have?
Dr. Joao Tavares is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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Connect with DR. Tavares
Shriners Hospitals For Children Erie
1645 W 8th St
Erie, PA 16505