Summary

Dr. Monica Payares-Lizano is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in sports medicine with a focus on pediatric care. She earned her medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed her residency at Montefiore Medical Center. With 17 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Payares-Lizano brings extensive expertise to treating young patients with complex musculoskeletal conditions.

Dr. Payares-Lizano practices at Nicklaus Children's Hospital and Phoenix Children's Hospital, serving patients in Miami, Florida and Phoenix, Arizona. She specializes in caring for children with cerebral palsy, paralysis, and encephalopathy. Her treatment approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help young patients improve mobility and function. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 17 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • Montefiore Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Monica Maria Payares-Lizano has 2 locations

Phoenix Childrens Hospital

1919 E Thomas RdPhoenix, AZ 85016

Nicklaus Childrens Hospital

3100 Sw 62nd AveMiami, FL 33155

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Dr. Monica Maria Payares-Lizano, MDDr. Timothy Sean Kavanaugh, MDDr. Jaharris Collier, MDDr. Amalia M. de Comas, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
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4.7 
17 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Phoenix , AZSCOTTSDALE , AZSun City , AZMesa , AZ
Med School: ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Medical College of Georgia Med School: Tulane University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Monica Maria Payares-Lizano

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cenpatico
  • Cigna
  • Community Care Plan
  • Home State Health Plan - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Prestige Health Choice
  • Prestige Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Simply Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Monica Maria Payares-Lizano has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Monica Maria Payares-Lizano has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Orthopedics
  • Sports Medicine
  • Sports Medicine (pediatrics)

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Montefiore Medical Center

Medical School

ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated in 2009

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Where is Dr. Monica Payares-Lizano's office located?
Dr. Monica Payares-Lizano's office is located at 1919 E Thomas Rd, Phoenix, AZ, 85016.
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