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Dr. Tara Huston, MD

Dr. Tara Huston, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Tara Huston, MD is a general surgeon in East Setauket, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Stony Brook University Renaissance School of Medicine in 2001. She is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 56 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (56 reviews)

Practice

24 Research Way Ste 100 East Setauket, NY 11733
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(631) 444-4666

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Huston is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital Stony Brook, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Huston specializes in the areas of General Surgery, General Surgery & Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Huston's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Huston

4.7

56 ratings, 42 with a written review
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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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lori – Aug 05, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Nov 07, 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
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Kathy G – Sep 15, 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
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Breast cancer patient – Feb 10, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Jun 17, 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
What could be improved
No results
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Elisha M – Jun 15, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Francine – Jan 08, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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F. Ortiz – Nov 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
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Oct 27, 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
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Sonia T. – Oct 11, 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
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Jaclyn V. – Jul 18, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 06, 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
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Loretta Sica – Nov 11, 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
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NY – Jun 29, 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
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Bj in The Hamptons , NY – Jun 20, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 18, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 17, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 17, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 10, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 31, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Tara Huston, MD is a general surgeon in East Setauket, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Stony Brook University Renaissance School of Medicine in 2001. She is affiliated with Stony Brook University Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • General Surgery

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • New York Presbyterian Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2002

  • Stony Brook University Renaissance School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
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Plastic Surgery
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
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General Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery24 Research Way Ste 100 East Setauket, NY 11733
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Practice

OfficeT19 Nicolls Rd Stony Brook, NY 11794
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Stony Brook University Hospital

    101 Nicolls Rd
    Stony Brook, NY 11794
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

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    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

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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