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Dr. Melanie Hafford, MD

General Surgery* Age 42
Dr. Melanie Hafford, MD
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Dr. Melanie Hafford, MD is a General Surgeon in Frisco, TX.
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Dr. Melanie Hafford, MD

General Surgery* Age 42
Frisco, TX
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience
Dr. Melanie Hafford, MD is a General Surgeon in Frisco, TX.

About

Dr. Hafford graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 2007 and completed a residency at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center.Dr. Melanie Hafford, MD is a General Surgeon in Frisco, TX and has 17 years experience. Dr. Hafford currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Texas Health Frisco. Dr. Hafford has experience treating conditions like Obesity and Intestinal Obstruction among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hafford received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 12 times. Dr. Hafford's office accepts new patients. Dr. Hafford also speaks French. Dr. Hafford is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Obesity
Intestinal Obstruction
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Obesity
Intestinal Obstruction
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Obesity
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Intestinal Obstruction
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Duodenal Polypectomy
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lung Abscess
Lung Cancer
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rib Fracture
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy
Colostomy
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Gastrotomy
Heller Myotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Anti-Reflux Surgery
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Stomach Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Cigna
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Tricare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Humana
  • Medicare

Locations

  1. 1 Surgery at UT Southwestern Frisco
    12500 Dallas Pkwy Fl 2, Frisco, TX 75033
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (469) 604-9000
  2. 2 Texas Health Hospital Frisco
    12400 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX 75033
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (469) 604-9000
  3. 3 Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Irving
    1901 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX 75061
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (972) 823-3230
  4. 4 Medical & Surgical Clinic of Irving P.A.
    2021 N MacArthur Blvd Ste 150, Irving, TX 75061
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (972) 823-3230
  5. 5 Spandan Inc
    6750 N MacArthur Blvd Ste 250, Irving, TX 75039
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4.8
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Jun 01, 2024
Dr. Hafford is absolutely amazing, she was professional, personable, she truly cared and quickly diagnosed and successfully completed my uncles surgery. It is difficult to find an excellent doctor / surgeon who also has an amazing bed side manner. I am forever grateful to her and her amazing staff!!
— Jun 01, 2024
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Languages Spoken
French
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
General Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    2008
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
    2012
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • The Methodist Hospital
    2013
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Melanie Hafford, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hafford's profile.

Dr. Hafford frequently treats the following conditions: Obesity and Intestinal Obstruction. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Melanie Hafford, MD is affiliated with Texas Health Frisco.

Yes, Dr. Melanie Hafford, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Texas Health Frisco

    12400 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco, TX