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Dr. Joe Whitaker, MD

Dr. Joe Whitaker, MD

Internal Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Joe Whitaker, MD is an internist in Tampa, FL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 2000. He is affiliated with HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (30 reviews)
Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Whitaker is a patient favorite Internist

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  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Whitaker specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Whitaker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Whitaker

4.7

30 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Bo B. – Oct 23, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tony Arango – Feb 15, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Bill James – Jan 31, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Steve Toner – Jul 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 31, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 06, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 15, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Thomas Kochen in St Petersburg, FL – Aug 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
12 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janalee in Tampa, Florida – Jan 05, 2016
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care philosophy

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  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Patient Favorite Award

Dr. Whitaker is a patient favorite Internist

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital

      2901 W Swann Ave
      Tampa, FL 33609
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

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