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  • Hand Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery-Hand Surgery
  • Accepting new patients
  • 43 years of experience
  • Galfkides Michael C Office 101 S San Mateo Dr Ste 200, San Mateo, CA 94401
  • (650) 347-7900

Brief Intro

Specialties Dr. Glafkides is a Board Certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and Hand Surgeon who is dedicated to the overall health and well being of his patients. Of Greek decent, his philosophy is based on the Greek word Arte, which stands for excellence in performance, good character and personal virtue. Dr Glafkides is known for his attention to detail in his work. He sets realistic expectations for patients and works towards achieving the best possible results based on their desired outcome and what is physically realistic. History Established in 1990 His extensive training includes graduating Phi Beta Kappa from Stanford University in 1978 and completing his Medical Degree from Harvard Medical School in 1982. He performed his general surgery training at the University of San Diego Medical Center from 1983 - 1986, and plastic surgery training at St Francis Memorial Hospital in San Francisco from 1986-1989. He continued his studies in reconstructive microsurgery and plastic surgery as part of a fellowship with the Royal Melbourne Hospital in Melbourne, Australia from 1989 - 1990.

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Education Background

RESIDENCY

Ucsd Medical Center

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Harvard Medical School - 1982

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Galfkides Michael C Office
  • 101 S San Mateo Dr Ste 200, San Mateo, CA 94401
  • Mon:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Hand Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Plastic Surgery-Hand Surgery

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Meritain Health
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
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