3.8
19 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Maria Stapfer is a surgeon who has dedicated 32 years to advancing surgical care. She earned her medical degree from MCP Hahnemann University and completed her general surgery residency at Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center. Dr. Stapfer pursued specialized fellowship training in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, gene therapy research, and multi-abdominal organ transplant at USC University Hospital. She holds board certification in surgery from the American Board of Surgery and communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Stapfer practices at the St. Jude Center for Thoracic and Esophageal Diseases in Fullerton, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Keck Hospital of USC. Her surgical expertise includes treating gallstone disease and performing minimally invasive procedures. She specializes in laparoscopic gallbladder removal and advanced laparoscopic techniques that help patients recover more quickly. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on …Vitals.
Read More Read less Dr. Stapfer practices at the St. Jude Center for Thoracic and Esophageal Diseases in Fullerton, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Keck Hospital of USC. Her surgical expertise includes treating gallstone disease and performing minimally invasive procedures. She specializes in laparoscopic gallbladder removal and advanced laparoscopic techniques that help patients recover more quickly. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on …Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 32 years of experience
- 46 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- University of Southern California University Hospital
- 7 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 4 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
St. Jude Center for Thoracic and Esophageal Diseases
2151 N Harbor Blvd Ste 3100Fullerton, CA 92835 Tel: (714) 992-3037
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Maria Veronica Stapfer
Medical Specialties
Maria Veronica Stapfer has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Maria Veronica Stapfer has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
Maria Veronica Stapfer holds an expired medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at University of Southern California University Hospital, USC University Hospital - Multi - Abdominal Organ Transplant in 2004, LAC+USC Medical Center - Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery in 2002, and Gene Therapy Research Fellowship in 1997.
Residency
Completed their residency at USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine, Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center, Los Angeles County/University of Southern California Medical Center, Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, General Surgery, Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center in 1995, and LAC+USC Medical Center - General Surgery in 1994.
Medical School
Graduated from MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) in 1994.
NPI Number
Maria Veronica Stapfer's NPI number is 1073543146.
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- Which hospitals is Maria Stapfer affiliated with?
- Maria Stapfer is affiliated with Keck Hospital Of Usc.
- Where is Maria Stapfer's office located?
- Maria Stapfer's office is located at 2151 N Harbor Blvd Ste 3100, Fullerton, CA, 92835.
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