Overview
Samantha Olafson is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Norfolk, Virginia.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Gallstones, Spinal Shock, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.
Dr. Olafson is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) - 2027 and American Board Of Surgery - Surgical Critical Care - 2027. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Olafson is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
825 Fairfax Ave 6th, Floor, Norfolk, VA 23507
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Samantha N. Olafson
Is Dr. Samantha N. Olafson a top-rated expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Samantha N. Olafson is classified as an Experienced expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy, 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. Samantha N. Olafson specialize in?
While Dr. Samantha N. Olafson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pancreaticoduodenectomy, Gallbladder Removal, and Gallbladder Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Samantha N. Olafson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Samantha N. Olafson has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreaticoduodenectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Samantha N. Olafson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Samantha N. Olafson accept my insurance?
Dr. Samantha N. Olafson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Olafson isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gallbladder RemovalDr. Olafson isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Removal.
- GallstonesDr. Olafson isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Olafson isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Olafson isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Spinal ShockDr. Olafson isExperienced. Learn about Spinal Shock.
- SplenectomyDr. Olafson isExperienced. Learn about Splenectomy.