3.8
19 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Maria Stapfer treats cholelithiasis, refeeding syndrome, and hypertension, and performs laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, laparoscopy, and cholecystectomy. She has practiced surgery for 32 years and is affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC. Board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery, Dr. Stapfer earned her medical degree from MCP Hahnemann University and completed residency training at Los Angeles County+USC Medical Center. She also completed fellowships in hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery and multi-abdominal organ transplant at LAC+USC Medical Center and USC University Hospital. She sees patients in Fullerton, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Stapfer 3.79 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
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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| Surgery | Critical Care Medicine | Anesthesiology | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 32 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 29 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Fullerton , CA | Palm Springs , CA | Los Angeles , CA | Arcata , CA |
| Med School: MCP HAHNEMANN UNIV (FORMERLY ALLEGHENY UNIV) | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine | Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine | Med School: PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE |
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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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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Maria Stapfer accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Maria Stapfer accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Maria Stapfer accepting new patients?
- Maria Stapfer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Maria Stapfer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Where is Maria Stapfer's office located?
- Maria Stapfer's office is located at 2151 N Harbor Blvd Ste 3100, Fullerton, CA, 92835.
- Which hospitals is Maria Stapfer affiliated with?
- Maria Stapfer is affiliated with Keck Hospital Of Usc.
- Does Maria Stapfer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Maria Stapfer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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