Summary

Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas treats kidney transplant rejection and hypertension and performs emergency care and adhesions surgery. He practices surgery and transplant surgery and has 35 years of experience. He is affiliated with MaineHealth Maine Medical Center and also sees patients at the Maine Transplant Program in Portland, Maine.

Dr. Palma-Vargas completed his residency at Maine Medical Center and earned his medical degree from Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Palma-Vargas 4.75 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

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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Dr. Juan Manuel Palma-Vargas, MDDr. Christopher Francis Pope, MDDr. John Arthur Pelletier, DODr. Steven Jeffrey Hintz, MD
SurgeryOtherOsteopathic MedicineDiagnostic Radiology
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4.8 
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35 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, French
Portland , MEBoothbay Harbor , MEBrunswick , MEGreenville , ME
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: University Of Cape Town Faculty Of Health Sciences Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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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 expired medical license in the state of Maine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Maine that expired 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

Is Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas accepting new patients?
Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas affiliated with?
Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas's office located?
Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas's office is located at 22 Bramhall St, Portland, ME, 04102.
Does Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Juan Palma-Vargas has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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