Overview
Robert Tunks is a Pediatric Cardiologist in Hershey, Pennsylvania. His top areas of expertise are Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, Cerebral Hypoxia, Patent Ductus Arteriosus, and Ventricular Septal Defects.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Accepted insurance plans:
- INSURANCE PLAN
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Locations
500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033
476 Rolling Ridge Dr Ste 101, State College, PA 16801
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Tunks has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert Tunks
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Tunks?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert Tunks by calling their office at 717-531-2050. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert Tunks a top-rated expert for Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert Tunks is classified as an Experienced expert for Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Robert Tunks specialize in?
While Dr. Robert Tunks is a Pediatric Cardiology, they have specific expertise in Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Patent Ductus Arteriosus. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Cardiology.
Does Dr. Robert Tunks participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert Tunks has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Robert Tunks's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert Tunks accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert Tunks accepts most major insurance plans, including Gateway Health Plan and Highmark. We recommend calling the office directly at 717-531-2050 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Experienced
- AbetalipoproteinemiaDr. Tunks isExperienced. Learn about Abetalipoproteinemia.
- Apo A-I DeficiencyDr. Tunks isExperienced. Learn about Apo A-I Deficiency.
- Arterial Tortuosity SyndromeDr. Tunks isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Tortuosity Syndrome.
- Atrial Septal Defect (ASD)Dr. Tunks isExperienced. Learn about Atrial Septal Defect (ASD).
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Tunks isExperienced. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Brugada SyndromeDr. Tunks isExperienced. Learn about Brugada Syndrome.