Josefina Farra
Expertise in
11
conditions
Expertise in
11
conditions
5555 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, 
Coral Gables, FL 

Overview

Dr. Farra is a fellowship trained endocrine surgeon who specializes in treating diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands. Thyroid Surgery: Thyroid cancer (papillary thyroid carcinoma, follicular thyroid carcinoma, and medullary thyroid carcinoma), multinodular goiter, thyroid nodules, and Graves' disease. Parathyroid Surgery: Primary hyperparathyroidism, parathyroid adenoma, secondary hyperparathyroidism, tertiary hyperparathyroidism, and parathyroid cancer (parathyroid carcinoma). Dr. Farra specializesin minimally-invasive parathyroidectomy. Adrenal Surgery: Adrenal nodules (adrenocortical adenoma, aldosteronoma (Conns Syndrome), Cushing's syndrome, incidentaloma, pheochromocytoma), adrenal cancer (adrenocortical carcinoma), and extraadrenal pheochromocytoma (paraganglioma). Dr. Farra specializes in laparoscopic and minimally invasive adrenal surgery. Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN) syndromes.

Dr. Farra is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 23 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Farra is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine - 2009, 2009

Residency

University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital, General Surgery - 2014

Specialties

Surgical Oncology
Otolaryngology

Fellowships

UM-JMH Division of Endocrine Surgery, Surgery/Endocrine - 2015

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
AvMed
  • HMO
  • POS
Baylor Scott & White Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Florida Blue
  • EPO
  • PPO
Guardian Life Insurance Company
  • MEDICARE PDP
Health Options
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Icare Independent Care Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
MetLife
  • PPO
Neighborhood
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  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Simply Healthcare
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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Locations

5555 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, Coral Gables, FL 33146

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Is Dr. Josefina Farra a top-rated expert for Follicular Thyroid Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Josefina Farra is classified as an Distinguished expert for Follicular Thyroid Cancer, 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. Josefina Farra specialize in?

While Dr. Josefina Farra is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Follicular Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, and Thyroid Nodule. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.

Does Dr. Josefina Farra participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Josefina Farra has published 23 articles and abstracts on conditions like Follicular Thyroid Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Josefina Farra's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Josefina Farra accept my insurance?

Dr. Josefina Farra accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 305-243-4444 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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