MariaA.PalafoxMD

Breast, Trauma Surgery & Surgical Critical Care, Minimally Invasive Surgery

Physician

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Office
8235 S New Braunfels Ste 201
San Antonio, TX 78235
Phone+1 210-504-5053

Fax+1 210-504-5061

Dr. Maria Palafox is a tenured, board-certified general surgeon trained in advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques.

She has extensive breast cancer surgery experience and is adroit with the latest advances in cancer genetic testing. She is committed to providing state of the art care that helps the patient heal and recover.

Dr. Maria Palafox - Helping At Every Step Of The Journey

Three Patients Share Their Journey With Breast Cancer

Dr. Maria Palafox Offers Genetic Counseling

Dr. Maria Palafox Offers Genetic Counseling for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer

Dr. Maria Palafox Makes A Monumental Impact

“I truly enjoy teaching patients and taking them through the decision-making process.”

University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of MedicineFellowship, Surgical Critical Care, 2004 - 2005
University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio Joe and Teresa Lozano Long School of MedicineResidency, Surgery, 1999 - 2004
Washington Hospital CenterInternship, Transitional Year, 1997 - 1998
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San AntonioClass of 1997