Dr. Howard Taras, MD

San Diego, CA

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Who is Dr. Taras, Pediatrician in San Diego, CA?

Dr. Howard Taras, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Taras completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Taras is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taras’s office at (619) 543-3183.

Where did Dr. Taras go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: Mc Master Univ- Sch Of Med- Hamilton- Ont- Canada | McMaster University / Faculty of Health Sciences

Is Dr. Taras board certified as a Pediatrician?

Yes, Dr. Howard Taras, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

What languages does Dr. Taras speak?

Dr. Taras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
French

What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Taras typically treat?

As a Pediatrician, conditions treated by Dr. Howard Taras may include:

Please contact Dr. Taras' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Taras typically perform?

As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Howard Taras may include:

Please contact Dr. Taras' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

Does Dr. Taras accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Taras' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Taras' office located?

Ucsd Medical Center Mc-8201

200 W Arbor Dr # 8201

San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 543-3183

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Dr. Howard Taras' Practice 2

7910 Frost St Ste 350

San Diego, CA 92123

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What is Dr. Taras's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Taras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366491474.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taras?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taras

What is Dr. Howard Taras's specialty?

Dr. Taras is a Pediatrician near San Diego, CA.

What does a Pediatrician do?

A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

Is Dr. Howard Taras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Taras 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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