Summary

Dr. Michael Kaplan specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They earned their medical degree from Harvard Medical School and have dedicated 49 years to helping patients with complex ear, nose, throat, and head and neck conditions. Dr. Kaplan speaks English and provides comprehensive care for patients facing challenging diagnoses.

Dr. Kaplan practices at Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford in Palo Alto, California. They focus on treating head and neck cancer, oral cancer, and swallowing difficulties. Patients benefit from their expertise in bedside swallow evaluations, diagnostic imaging with CT scans, and specialized pathology testing. Dr. Kaplan receives an average rating of 3.3 from patients on Vitals.

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Office Location

Dr. Michael Kaplan

801 Welch RdPalo Alto, CA 94304

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 49 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Kaplan

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AllCare Health - HMO
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Kaplan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Kaplan has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Head & Neck Surgery
  • Otolaryngology

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Harvard Medical SchoolGraduated in 1977

Other Providers at Stanford Health Care

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Michael Kaplan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Michael Kaplan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Michael Kaplan speak?
Dr. Michael Kaplan speaks English.
Where is Dr. Michael Kaplan's office located?
Dr. Michael Kaplan's office is located at 801 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Kaplan affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Kaplan is affiliated with Lucile Salter Packard Childrens Hospital At Stanford.
Does Dr. Michael Kaplan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Kaplan accepts on their Vitals profile.

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