Dr. Maria V. Stapfer | Fullerton, CA | Surgery

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Dr. Stapfer graduated from the Mcp Hahnemann Univ (Formerly Allegheny Univ) in 1994. She works in Fullerton, CA and specializes in Surgery. Dr. Stapfer is affiliated with Keck Hospital Of Usc.

accepting new patients
3.8

19 Ratings
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
3 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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My duodenal ulcer perforated and Dr. Stapfer came to my rescue. She operated on me emergently and got me through a long ordeal. She was always there to help me get through whatever was the struggle for the day. She was the only doctor who knew what to do. She saved my life! Thank you Dr. Stapfer!

October 3rd, 2019

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Very caring, thorough, and thoughtful doctor

October 3rd, 2019

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Very caring, thorough, and thoughtful doctor

October 3rd, 2019

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My wife was diagnosed with bile duct and liver cancer. The moment we met Dr Stapher we knew we were in good hands and she didn't disappoint. She made us feel as sure and confident as you could be under these circumstances. She kept us informed and we always knew what was happening, why and what we could expect. We would recommend her to any and everyone. We owe my wife's life to her. Thank you Dr Stapher!

September 14th, 2016

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Dr. Stapfer is an excellent surgeon, spends time with patient and does not solely rely on tests to make her decisions. Always explains treatment options with potential outcomes. Very compassionate doctor who has a great bedside manner.

May 12th, 2012

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Dr. Stapfer is an excellent surgeon I would not have survived a severe acute pancreatitis without her intervention. Does not solely rely on tests for ...

May 5th, 2012

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Great bedside manner. Caring physician. Very experienced.

May 26th, 2010

St. Jude Center for Thoracic and Esophageal Diseases

2151 N Harbor Blvd Ste 3100Fullerton, CA 92835

Tel: (714) 992-3037

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Dr. Maria Veronica Stapfer	Dr. Justin Christopher Howard	Dr. Amanda Brooke Allen	Dr. William Franklin Spalding
Surgery	Anesthesiology	Diagnostic Radiology	Pain Medicine
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32 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience	11 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Fullerton , CA	Long Beach , CA	Riverside , CA	Los Angeles , CA
Med School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)	Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston	Med School: William Carey University College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences
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Surgery

Gallbladder Cancer
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Pancreas Transplantation
Pancreatic Cancer

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Southern California University Hospital

USC University Hospital - Multi - Abdominal Organ Transplant2004

LAC+USC Medical Center - Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery2002

Gene Therapy Research Fellowship1997

Residency

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 Center1995

LAC+USC Medical Center - General Surgery1994

Medical School

MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV)Graduated in 1994

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