Summary

Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas is a transplant surgeon who specializes in surgery with particular expertise in transplant procedures. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Maine Medical Center. With 35 years of experience in the field, Dr. Palma-Vargas has developed extensive knowledge in complex surgical care. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Palma-Vargas practices at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center and the Maine Transplant Program in Portland, Maine. His clinical focus includes treating patients with chronic kidney disease and advanced kidney conditions requiring specialized care. He performs diagnostic procedures such as chest imaging studies to evaluate patients before and after treatment. Patients have given Dr. Palma-Vargas an average rating of 4.8 stars, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and compassionate care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 35 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Maine Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Juan Manuel Palma-Vargas has 2 locations

Mainehealth Maine Medical Center

22 Bramhall StPortland, ME 04102

Maine Transplant Program

43 Baxter BlvdPortland, ME 04101
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgeryOtherCritical Care MedicineOther
Accepts New Patients
4.8 
35 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Portland , MESaco , MEPortland , MEPortland , ME
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Juan Manuel Palma-Vargas

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Options
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Juan Manuel Palma-Vargas has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Juan Manuel Palma-Vargas has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Other
  • Other Specialty
  • Transplant Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maine, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Maine Medical Center

Medical School

Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1991

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Which hospitals is Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas affiliated with?
Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center.
What languages does Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas speak?
Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas's office located?
Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas's office is located at 22 Bramhall St, Portland, ME, 04102.

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