Dr. Brian A. Palafox
Overview
Brian Palafox is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Orange, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 51 years.
Dr. Palafox is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Lung Nodules, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Heart Valve Repair.
Dr. Palafox is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
1310 W Stewart Dr, Orange, CA 92868
18111 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708
16105 Sand Canyon Ave, Irvine, CA 92618
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Brian A. Palafox
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Brian A. Palafox?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Brian A. Palafox by calling their office at 714-997-2224. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Brian A. Palafox a top-rated expert for Pectus Excavatum?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian A. Palafox is classified as an Advanced expert for Pectus Excavatum, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Brian A. Palafox specialize in?
While Dr. Brian A. Palafox is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, and Lung Nodules. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Brian A. Palafox participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brian A. Palafox has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pectus Excavatum. You can view a list of Dr. Brian A. Palafox's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Brian A. Palafox accept my insurance?
Dr. Brian A. Palafox accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-997-2224 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Palafox isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Palafox isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Lung CancerDr. Palafox isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Palafox isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Pectus CarinatumDr. Palafox isAdvanced. Learn about Pectus Carinatum.
- Pectus ExcavatumDr. Palafox isAdvanced. Learn about Pectus Excavatum.
- Experienced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Palafox isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Palafox isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Aortic DissectionDr. Palafox isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Palafox isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Palafox isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Palafox isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.