Dr. Thaung MyintMD

Internal Medicine

at Thaung Myint, MD — Plant City, FL

About

Dr. Thaung Myint earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the Institute of Medicine in Yangon, Myanmar in 1991. He completed both his internship and internal medicine residency at Brooklyn Hospital Center in Brooklyn, New York, finishing his residency in 2011. Brooklyn Hospital recognized him with the Intern of the Year Award in 2009 and the Award for Best Resident in 2010-2011. He holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Before opening his Plant City practice, Dr. Myint worked in hospital medicine across New York, Ohio, and the United Kingdom. K. hospitals sparked a deep clinical interest in diabetes, hormonal health, and chronic disease prevention. He later served as a hospitalist physician in Tampa Bay before transitioning to private concierge practice. He has presented research on diabetic retinopathy and authored a dissertation on diabetes mellitus in elderly patients. Dr. Myint speaks Burmese and, outside of medicine, enjoys travel, photography, and gardening. He accepts patients from the Tampa Bay area and Lakeland, Florida.

Education & Training

Medical School

Institute of Medicine, Yangon, Myanmar - Doctorate of Medicine, 1991

Residency

Internal Medicine, Brooklyn Hospital Center, Brooklyn, NY, 2009-2011

Additional Training

Internship: Brooklyn Hospital Center, Brooklyn, NY, 2008-2009

Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine

Languages

Burmese, English

Conditions Treated

hypertension
diabetes mellitus
chronic disease
endocrine disorders
diabetic retinopathy

Who is Dr. Myint right for?

Dr. Myint is a strong fit for adults managing hypertension, diabetes, or endocrine disorders. Patients seeking proactive prevention rather than reactive treatment will connect with his clinical philosophy. He is particularly well-suited for those with complex chronic conditions who want a physician with deep endocrinology experience. Patients from the Tampa Bay area and Lakeland who want same- or next-day access to their doctor will find his practice model accommodating.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Myint focuses on hypertension, diabetes mellitus, endocrine disorders, chronic disease prevention, and diabetic retinopathy. He developed a particular interest in endocrinology during his time working in endocrinology departments at hospitals in the United Kingdom. He brings that background directly into his preventive and ongoing care for patients.

Yes, Dr. Myint holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He completed his internal medicine residency at Brooklyn Hospital Center in Brooklyn, New York, where faculty recognized him with the Award for Best Resident.

Dr. Myint earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the Institute of Medicine in Yangon, Myanmar. He completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Brooklyn Hospital Center in Brooklyn, New York between 2008 and 2011.

Dr. Myint centers his practice on proactive prevention, comprehensive wellness, and evidence-based medicine. He keeps his patient panel small so he can dedicate meaningful time to each person's health goals. His focus is on developing tailored plans that help patients prevent chronic conditions before they advance.

Yes, Dr. Myint has contributed to medical literature on diabetes. He presented a poster on diabetic retinopathy in young patients at the Diabetes UK annual meeting in 2006. He also submitted a dissertation titled 'A Clinical Study of Diabetes Mellitus in the Elderly' to the academic board of Internal Medicine in Myanmar.

Yes, Dr. Myint speaks Burmese. This can be helpful for patients who prefer to communicate in Burmese during their appointments.

Dr. Myint holds affiliations with Tampa General Hospital and St. Joseph's Main Hospital. These affiliations allow him to coordinate hospital-based care for his patients when needed.

Dr. Myint sees patients from the Tampa Bay area and Lakeland, Florida. His practice is located at 102 Southern Oaks Drive in Plant City, FL.

Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026