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Michael M. Papalian

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Michael M. Papalian, M.D.Medical Doctor2055 Woodside Road, Redwood City, CA 94061

About Michael M. Papalian

Dr. Michael Papalian is a board certified plastic surgeon in private practice on the San Francisco Bay peninsula and founder of The Plastic Surgery Center on Woodside. Combining years of experience with dedication to his practice, Dr. Papalian delivers the highest quality of personalized care to each of his patients. Dr. Papalian's aesthetic excellence and uncompromising patient safety are reasons for his renown.Dr. Papalian has the distinction of world-class training and two decades of experience. As one of only two physicians selected worldwide for the honor of residency training in Plastic Surgery at the prestigious Stanford University, in 1983 Dr. Papalian began his extensive work in all areas of plastic surgery, including cosmetic surgery, reconstructive surgery, microsurgery, and cranio-facial surgery. Dr. Papalian went on to open his private practice in 1989, in Atherton, Palo Alto and Redwood City. After 20 years in practice, Dr. Papalian's patients rest assured they are in the qualified hands of an experienced surgeon.

Professional Title

MD

Board Certifications

American Board of Plastic Surgery

Years of Experience

39 years of experience

Education

  • Undergraduate School: Tufts University
  • Graduate School: Upstate Medical University College of Medicine
  • Residency: Stanford University
  • Fellowship in Other

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Offerings & Procedures Performed by Michael M. Papalian

  • Face

  • Eyes

  • Forehead

  • Breasts

Face Procedures addressed by Michael M. Papalian

Location

Credentials

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons

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