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Dr. Ryan Tarantola, MD

Dr. Ryan Tarantola, MD

Ophthalmology*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Ryan Tarantola, MD is an ophthalmologist in Pensacola, FL and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast and North Okaloosa Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

5150 N Davis Hwy Pensacola, FL 32503
(850) 476-6759

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Tarantola specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Tarantola's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tarantola

3.6

17 ratings, 14 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
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Unhappy Patient. – Aug 07, 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
1 person found this helpful
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E.B. – Jul 20, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 04, 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
4 people found this helpful
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K Singletary – May 02, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 23, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Douglas Bennett – May 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Willa Merriott – Dec 06, 2019
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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
Nov 01, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
3 people found this helpful
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Oct 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Oct 05, 2019
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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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 29, 2018
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
JCim in Pensacola, FL – Oct 28, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Pam in Gulf Breeze, FL – Dec 21, 2015
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About Me

biography

Ryan Tarantola, M.D. currently serves patients in Pensacola, Crestview, and Fort Walton Beach in Florida. He also serves in Fairhope, Atmore and Foley, in Alabama.  Saving sight and treating patients with vitreoretinal disease has been a long-time...read more

  • Ophthalmology

  • Vitreoretinal Disease & Surgery

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

  • Univesity Of Iowa

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011

  • Vanderbilt University

    Residency Hospital, 2009

  • Forest Park Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 2006

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005

  • Washington University, St Louis

    Undergraduate School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
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Ophthalmology
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Locations

Practice

Unavail5150 N Davis Hwy Pensacola, FL 32503
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Sunil Gupta MD LLC2000 Lewis Turner Blvd Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
2

Practice

Bay Eyes Cataract & Laser Center PC411 N Section St Fairhope, AL 36532
3
  • 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

Practice

Bay Eyes Spectacular Inc.1624 N McKenzie St Foley, AL 36535
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ascension Sacred Heart Emerald Coast

    7800 US Highway 98 W
    Miramar Beach, FL 32550
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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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

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • HCA Florida Twin Cities Hospital

    2190 Highway 85 N
    Niceville, FL 32578

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Thomas Hospital

    750 Morphy Ave
    Fairhope, AL 36532

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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