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  • Pediatrics, Adolescent Medicine
  • Accepting new patients
  • 43 years of experience
  • Scarano And Taylor Pediatrics 4861 27th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • (941) 755-0800

Brief Intro

Dr. A. Florentina Taylor is board-certified in pediatrics and specializes in the comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of childhood illness. She received her medical degree from the National Autonomous University of Nicaragua and pediatric training at the Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children and Women in Orlando, Florida. Prior to her pediatric residency, Dr. Taylor served as a post-doctoral fellow and staff scientist. She was part of a team conducting groundbreaking cardiopulmonary studies at the Southwest Foundation for Biomedical Research in collaboration with researchers from the United States Air Force Wilford Hall Medical Center (Lackland Air Force Base). Dr. Taylor participated in the development of a novel high frequency ventilator for premature newborns. She has co-authored numerous articles in professional journals and was principal investigator for a major research grant from the American Heart Association. A mother of two children, Dr. Taylor readily understands the concerns of all parents and enjoys counseling expectant and new mothers. She has a particular interest in the area of prevention of asthma and obesity in children and adolescents. Dr. Taylor is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Florida chapter of the Academy. She also serves as a pediatrics clerkship faculty member for the Florida State University College of Medicine, Sarasota. Dr. Taylor has been actively involved in our community as a board member of the Healthy Start Coalition of Manatee County and the American Red Cross, Manatee chapter.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Orlando Regional Healthcare System

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Univ Nacional Autonoma De Nicaragua Fac De Ciencias Med - 1982

Languages Spoken

  • Spanish
  • English

Location & Hours

  • Gianggreco Scarano/Taylor MDs
  • 4861 27th St W, Bradenton, FL 34207
  • Mon:8:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Tue:8:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Wed:8:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Thu:8:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Fri:8:30 am - 4:30 pm
    Sat:9:00 am - 10:30 am
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Adolescent Medicine
  • Pediatrics

Conditions Addressed

  • Ventral Hernia
  • Skin and Subcutaneous Infections
  • Orbital Infection
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Iron Deficiency Anemia
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Acute Conjunctivitis
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Acute Pharyngitis
  • Anemia
  • Acute Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
  • Infectious Mononucleosis
  • Congenital Anomalies of the Heart
  • Constipation
  • Pneumonia
  • Bronchial Asthma
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Eczema
  • Vitamin D Deficiency
  • Anxiety Phobic Disorders
  • Otitis Media
  • Plantar Warts
  • Acute Sinusitis
  • Autism
  • Acute Bronchitis
  • Epilepsy
  • Abdominal Hernia
  • Bacterial Pneumonia
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Cigna
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aetna
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Aetna Better Health
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  • Cancer 74
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 71
  • Orthopedics 114
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 94
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 120
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 120
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 62
  • Children's Hospital 16
  • Urology 119
  • Psychiatry 65
  • Geriatrics 94
  • Rehabilitation 70
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 13
  • Ophthalmology 2
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 10
  • Rheumatology 1
  • Long Term Care 23
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 36