United Healthcare
Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD
General Surgery*
Age 68
Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD is a General Surgeon in Houston, TX.
Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience
Offers telehealth
Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD is a General Surgeon in Houston, TX.
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Locations
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Houston Methodist Cardiovascular Surgery Associates18400 Katy Fwy Ste 640, Houston, TX 77094
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Dec 05, 2024
Dr.Lafuente and his staff are terrific.If I hadto do it agian I want them on my side.
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About Me
Languages Spoken
Spanish
Specialties*
General Surgery
Thoracic Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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Education
Education
Medical Education
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Universidad De Costa Rica, Facultad De Medicina
1981
Board Certifications
Board Certifications
- General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
Internship
Internship
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University Costa Rica
1980
Residency
Residency Hospital
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Baylor College Med Affil Hospital|University Costa Rica Affil Hosps
1994
Fellowship
Fellowship Hospital
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Meth Hospital Baylor College Med
1987
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lafuente's profile.
Dr. Lafuente in specializes in General Surgery. See more on Sharecare.
Dr. Lafuente's office is located at 18400 Katy Fwy Ste 640 Houston, TX 77094. You can find other locations and directions on Sharecare.
Dr. Lafuente is able to speak Spanish. View profile to see all.
Dr. Lafuente provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital and Houston Methodist West Hospital.
Yes, Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD holds board certification in General Surgery and Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery.
Dr. Javier Lafuente, MD has a star rating of 4.7/5. See more patient feedback on Sharecare.
Hospital Affiliations
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Houston Methodist Hospital
6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX
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Houston Methodist West Hospital
18500 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX
