Dr. Tara Martinez, DO
Colorectal Surgery*
Dr. Tara Martinez, DO is a colorectal surgeon in Smithtown, NY. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as NYU Langone Hospitals and St. Catherine of Siena Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.7 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (29 reviews)
Practice
329 E Main St Ste 2 Smithtown, NY 11787Telehealth available
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At a Glance
- Area of Expertise
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Martinez's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Martinez
4.7
29 ratings, 23 with a written review
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Very gifted physician
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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Geri Shimborski – Jan 06, 2025
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Amazing doctor
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
1 other person found this helpful
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L. Addamo – Jul 11, 2024
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Dr Martinez was friendly, personable, and really brought ease to what is an uncomfortable (yet necessary and important) area. I wish all doctors had her bedside manner and care for their patients.
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
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Kate P – Apr 05, 2024
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Very Professional.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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William F. Keats – Mar 22, 2024
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Excellent experience. Recommended by my internal medicine doctor as a kind, knowledgeable and skilled surgeon, Dr. Martinez lived up to the praise. I am so glad I found her.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 30, 2021
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Best doctor I have ever met! So informative and her bedside manner is unremarkable. I had a procedure done and she was amazing with precision and extra care. Her team is amazing as well!
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
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Dan – Dec 16, 2020
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Dr.Tara Martinez is an amazing person and an excellent doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Maria Kurtz – Nov 18, 2020
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Dr Martinez is amazing! I could not have asked for a better Dr! Very patient, caring, personable, friendly, I could go on & on about her! Her staff is the best, I personally went through alot with my health & surgeries, her staff went above & beyond for me everytime! If anyone needs a fantastic Dr. this is who you need! Its hard to find a good Dr that actually cares & takes time with you. I can't say enough good things about Dr. Martinez & her staff!!! The best of the best!!!!!
Very greatful for Dr. Martinez, changed my life!
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
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Cathy Schmidt – Feb 25, 2020
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Extremely professional, organized and very compassionate. Always available and explains everything in easy understandable terms. So beyond pleased that I took her advice and went with her recommendation. Very fortunate.
What went well
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Thomas Laurice – Jan 25, 2020
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Dr. Martinez has an incredible bedside manner. She is so down to earth and takes the time to make you feel comfortable and explains everything to you so you understand what your health issues are. Her staff is also incredible. The most kind and compassionate group of health care professionals.
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
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Jan 09, 2020
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Dr. Martinez is a gifted, compassionate doctor who cares about her patients and who is passionate about helping people. I can't even begin to say how she was able to assure me of my surgical outcome even though I was frightened. Her staff is also very compassionate, friendly and very helpful. I can't say enough about her skills and totally reassuring bedside manner. Anyone seeing her will be more than satisfied with her, starting with their first visit.
What went well
- Office environment
- Appointment scheduling
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Oct 21, 2019
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If I could give more than five stars I would. Not only was Dr. Martinez kind, patient, and informative, but she also fit me into her tight schedule to make sure that I got the help I needed quickly. Her entire staff is helpful and kind, and I am very very grateful for her help.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 05, 2019
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I wrote a review in February about a situation I had with the DR's office, NOT the DR. The DR rectified the situation and I've been trying to update my experience to a positive one. Heathgrades is a bogus company as they have not responded to 4 of my inquiries to remove my February posting. Feel safe using Dr. Martinez!
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
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Jun 01, 2018
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Had a gallbladder removal done by Dr Tara Martinez, from my first consult with her I felt comfortable with her, has a reassuring way about her, very down to earth. Very good bedside manner. Very knowledgeable about a range of different issues.
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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Thomas. Wellcome in Centereach NY – May 25, 2018
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I saw Dr. Martinez on her Telecare interview and decided she would be the person I would trust with an otherwise embarrassing situation. Her staff is very pleasant, and Dr. Martinez is very knowledgeable, she explained everything in detail. I immediately felt at ease asking every possible question knowing I can trust the answer. My family and I highly recommend Dr. Martinez.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 18, 2018
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The doctor's patience, and her caring attitude, were the tops!
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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St. James – Mar 05, 2018
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If I could have Dr. Martinez as my primary care doctor, I would in a heartbeat. The level of professionalism from her and her staff is unbelievable. Her medical knowledge, outstanding. Her bedside manner, amazing. I won't go into my diagnosis, because that is personal, but now my husband is seeing her and I already have recommended her to family and friends. Love, Love, Love her!! Bianca is awesome as well. And Gerry, who schedules all hospital surgeries is so sweet and very helpful.
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
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RONKONKOMA – Nov 29, 2016
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Dr. Martinez performed my surgery this past March. I had gone to a different surgeon after a CTScan showed I had a hernia. That surgeon dismissed me and said there was nothing wrong with me. When I saw Dr. Martinez she took the time to review my findings and perform an examination which revealed I had a hernia. She was extremely accommodating in scheduling my surgery. Her staff is so pleasant. I would definitely recommend her and use her services again.
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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Cathy in Port Jefferson, NY – Oct 20, 2016
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She was a condescending and patronizing human being
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- Office environment
- Difficult to schedule appointment
- 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
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Simone phillips in franklin square, ny – Sep 23, 2016
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Just over 1 year ago Dr Martinez operated on me for Diverticulitis. Going into this surgery I also suffered from IBS. Not only did she take care of the Diverticulitis but the IBS is pretty much gone as well. I can't explain how much better my life is since this surgery. She was also the nicest & most understanding Doctor I have ever dealt with & I have dealt with many. She literally & figuratively held my hand after surgery. I can't say enough about her except to thank her for improving my life.
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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Matt Seeley in West Hempstaed – Sep 04, 2016
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Martinez to family and friends is 4.6896553 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
My goal is for there to be an understanding relationship between the physician and their patient. The goal is to work together as a team in order to accomplish the desired treatment. My role is to provide patients with the most up to date and accurate ibiography
Dr. Tara Martinez joins Center for Advanced Surgical from New York, where she served as the Medical Director for the division of Colon and Rectal Surgery at St. Catherine of Siena Medical Center. She specializes in minimally-invasive treatment...read moreColorectal Surgery
General Surgery
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Minimally Invasive Colon And Rectal Surgery Fellowship
Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of Medicine And Dentistry
Residency HospitalNew York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine
Medical School
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations
Practice
Office329 E Main St Ste 2 Smithtown, NY 11787
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Practice
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 62
hospital awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis
View all awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well3% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 3
hospital awardsView all awardsGastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
84%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home76%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 1
hospital awardView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
74%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home10% lower than the national average
64%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well12% lower than the national average
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