Summary

Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas is a surgeon specializing in transplant surgery with 35 years of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency training at Maine Medical Center. Dr. Palma-Vargas is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Palma-Vargas practices at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center and the Maine Transplant Program, both located in Portland, Maine. His expertise includes managing kidney transplant rejection and treating hypertension in both adult and pediatric patients. He provides emergency care and performs specialized procedures including adhesions surgery. Patients have given Dr. Palma-Vargas an average rating of 4.8 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his surgical skills and patient care.

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Quick Facts

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

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

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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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Portland , MEBiddeford , MEScarborough , MEScarborough , ME
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont
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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

Dr. Juan Manuel Palma-Vargas holds an active medical license in the state of Maine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maine that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Maine Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Palma-Vargas' NPI number is 1528072675.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas speak?
Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas speaks English and Spanish.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas affiliated with?
Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center.

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