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Dr. John Tanner, MD

Dr. John Tanner, MD

General Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. John Tanner, MD is a general surgeon in Kansas City, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1987. He is affiliated with Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

7577 NW Barry Rd Ste B Kansas City, MO 64153

Make an Appointment

(816) 741-8999

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tanner is affiliated with Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City Kansas City, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Tanner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tanner

3.2
28 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
50%
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4 star
4%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
11%
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1 star
36%
36%

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Ryan
Dr. Tanner was terrific! He cares about his patients and is the best oral surgeon in Kansas City. My family will continue to go see Dr. Tanner for any dental or surgery needs.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
Sep 26, 2023
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I have had 3 separate implants with Dr. Tanner. My 89 year old mother also has had Dr. Tanner help with her dental issues including implants.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Sep 03, 2021
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Our family has been to Doctor Tanner many times. Each of my sisters and I had our wisdom teeth removed by Dr. Tanner. My mom has been in to Dr. Tanner for extensive dental work. He is a professional in every way. His experience in the field is incomparable. My son is scheduled to have his wisdom teeth extracted by Dr. Tanner. He will be in good hands!
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 13, 2020
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Dr Tanner's treatment is always top-notch. I rarely have to use much hydrocodone for pain after any of the procedures (2 tabs was the most so far). I have had no complications. As a fellow physician, I am grateful for this expert level of expertise.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Mark Prochaska, M.D. in Overland Park, KS – Nov 09, 2018
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Hopefully what Dr Tanner lacks in friendliness, he make up for in skill. After waiting an hour and twenty minutes for him, he came in, never apologized or acknowledged that he had kept me waiting so long. He spoke only minimally and had my tooth extracted within 10 minutes. He never would have even said good bye to me had I not said thank you and good bye.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
12 others found this helpful
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Kansas City, MO – Jul 06, 2017
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My periodontist recommended Dr. Tanner for the removal of a tooth with a cracked root. That was great because he has removed all of my children’s wisdom teeth. From the consultation to the surgery Dr. Tanner and his staff were timely and professional. I was amazed how fast I recovered – fully operational and pain free the next day! For a tooth extraction – it was a great experience. I highly recommend Dr. Tanner.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Doug C in Prairie Village, KS – Oct 27, 2016
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My surgery went very smoothly and that night doctor Tanner called me personally to check up on me and then the following day followed up again. That level of caring was important to me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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David in Kansas City, MO – Oct 26, 2016
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I am an adult who still had two of my wisdom teeth. Dr Tanner expertly took them out. I had no pain whatsoever and was back to normal life the next day. He and his staff were extremely kind and he even call me that night to see if I was doing ok and to remind me of my post operative care instructions. Would highly recommend to anyone needing oral surgeyr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Ted in Kansas City, MO – Oct 26, 2016
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I found Dr. Tanner to be highly professional. His staff was friendly and helpful. I have some medical concerns and his medical background and knowledge was useful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
Helpful
Blue Springs, MO – Oct 26, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Tanner, MD is a general surgeon in Kansas City, MO and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1987. He is affiliated with Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

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  • Northwestern University

    Medical School, 1987
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Locations

Practice

Office7577 NW Barry Rd Ste B Kansas City, MO 64153
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Unavail4700 Belleview Ave Ste L10 Kansas City, MO 64112
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City

    4401 Wornall Rd
    Kansas City, MO 64111
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

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