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Dr. Debra Tarantino, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
4.0 (31)
Map Pin Small Livingston, NJ
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Debra Tarantino, MD

Dr. Debra Tarantino, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Livingston, NJ. They specialize in Colorectal Surgery, has 30 years of experience, and is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery. They graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and is affiliated with Morristown Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center and Jersey City Medical Center. Dr. Tarantino, completed a residency at 1995-1999|Case Western Reserve University. Patients rated Dr. Tarantino an average 4.0 star rating.

Dr. Tarantino works at Associates in Colon & Rectal Diseases, P.A. in Livingston, NJ. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Tarantino's Office Locations

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    Associates in Colon & Rectal Diseases, P.A.
    200 S Orange Ave Ste 232, Livingston, NJ 07039 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (732) 708-5864

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    Specialties*
    • Colorectal Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 30 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    • Female
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    NPI Number
    • 1952477986
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • St Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital Center|St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • 1995-1999|Case Western Reserve University
    Residency
    Internship
    • 1994-1995|Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
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    Medical Education
    • University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences
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    Board Certifications
    • Colon & Rectal Surgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Morristown Medical Center
    • Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
    • Jersey City Medical Center

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    Dr. Tarantino works at Associates in Colon & Rectal Diseases, P.A. in Livingston, NJ. View the full address on Dr. Tarantino’s profile.

    31 patients have reviewed Dr. Tarantino. The overall rating for this provider is 4.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Tarantino.

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