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Salvatore Tarantino, MD

4.9

184 ratings

Medical doctor (MD)

Internal medicine

(board certified)

Medical Group

Sharp Community

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Caring Physicians Medical Group, Inc.

619-462-5555
Fax: 619-462-5572

8881 Fletcher Pkwy
Suite 370
La Mesa, CA 91942-6103

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  1. Caring Physicians Medical Group, Inc.

    8881 Fletcher Pkwy
    Suite 370
    La Mesa, CA 91942-6103
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    619-462-5555
    Fax: 619-462-5572

About Salvatore Tarantino, MD

Age: 75
In practice since: 1985
Gender: Male
Languages: English, Italian, Spanish

Education

Chicago Medical School: Internship
Chicago Medical School: Residency
University of Perugia (Italy): Medical School

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1174581458

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Insurance plans accepted

Salvatore Tarantino, MD, accepts 18 health insurance plans.

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Ratings and reviews

4.9

184 ratings

Patient ratings

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Provider included you in decisions

4.9

Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.9

Patient reviews

Verified Patient

April 10, 2025

5.0

Dr Tarantino is an excellent doctor

Verified Patient

April 9, 2025

5.0

Never had a better partner in care than Lauren Schwettman. Outstanding communication skills, willing to discuss treatment options and provide support with referrals to specialists when necessary.

Verified Patient

March 28, 2025

5.0

Lauren is an excellent PA. She is thorough and patient and makes me feel like she truly cares about my well being.

Verified Patient

March 26, 2025

5.0

Dr. Tarantino is very thoughtful and explains everything so I can understand.

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Over 100 recognitions

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