Dr. John S Taras, MD
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Overview
Dr. John Taras, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. Dr. Taras graduated from University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery. Dr. Taras is fluent in English and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taras’s practice accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Bravo Health, Cigna, Humana Health, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taras’s office at (610) 768-5940.Medical Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Orthopedic Surgeon
Radiologist
Surgeon
Education & Training
Duke Univ Med Ctr, Hand Surgery-Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, Orthopedic Surgery; Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery (Residency)
New York University Medical Center (Internship)
Duke University Hospital (Fellowship)
Lund University (Fellowship)
Duke University Medical Center (Fellowship)
University of Berne, Switzerland (Fellowship)
Duke University / Hand and Microsurgery (Fellowship)
Duke University Hospital Program (Residency)
Other Degree - University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi
Medical Degree - University of Michigan Medical School
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Medical Conditions Treated
conditions treated by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. John Taras, may include:
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Medical Procedures Performed
procedures performed by an Orthopedic Surgeon, like Dr. John Taras, may include:
Orthopedic Consultation, Spinal Cord Surgery, Arthroscopy, Orthopedic Follow Up, Spinal Cord Tumor, Spine Specialist Consultation, Spine Specialist Follow Up, Vertebroplasty, Musculoskeletal Surgery, Orthopedic Trauma, Orthopedic Brace, Spinal Cord Minimally Invasive Surgery, Spinal Cord Reconstructive Surgery, Spinal Cord Second Opinion, Laminectomy, Knee Surgery, Hip Surgery, Hand Surgery, Elbow Surgery, Knee Replacement Surgery, Hip Replacement Surgery, Hip and Knee Surgery Consultation, Hip and Knee Surgery Follow Up, Orthopedic Reconstruction Consultation, Hand and Wrist Reconstruction, Orthopedic Reconstruction Follow Up, Total Hip Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Total Shoulder Replacement, Cartilage Transplantation, Elbow Replacement Surgery, Osteotomy, Ligament Reconstruction, Orthopedic Trauma Follow Up, Deformity Correction (Post Trauma), Joint Contracture Release, Limb Reconstruction, Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Surgery, Spine Immobilization, Allograft Reconstruction, Nail Cement Spacer Reconstruction, Prosthetics, Osteotomy, Head and Neck Reconstruction, Fingers Reconstruction, Reverse Shoulder Replacement, Spinal Infusions, Kyphoplasty, Partial Knee Replacement, Casting and Splinting, Revisional Hip Replacement Surgery, Revisional Knee Replacement Surgery, Limb Lengthening and Realignment, Spinal Cord Surgery Consultation, Orthopedic Second Opinion, Independent Medical Exam (Orthopedic), Orthopedic Consultation (Spine), Orthopedic Follow Up (Spine), Diskectomy / Discectomy, Spinal Cord Stimulator Implantation Consultation, Arthrodesis, Arthropathy, Orthopedic Consultation (Ankle), Orthopedic Follow Up (Ankle), Ankle Second Opinion, Knee arthroscopy, Hip arthroscopy, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Consultation, Shoulder Reconstructive Surgery Follow up and Viscosupplementation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Taras' office.
Insurances
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Bravo Health
Cigna
Humana Health
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Locations
Practice At 834 Chestnut St Suite G114
834 Chestnut St
Suite G114
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(610) 768-5940
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. John Taras accepting new patients?
Yes, Dr. John Taras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Taras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Taras's office at (610) 768-5940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
Does Dr. John Taras offer telehealth appointments?
Please contact Dr. Taras's office at (610) 768-5940 for information telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which language(s) does Dr. John Taras speak?
Dr. John Taras speaks English.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Taras have?
Dr. John Taras is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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