Christina Paylan
Surgeon
3230 West Kennedy Blvd. Tampa Florida, 33609About
Dr. Christina Paylan is a general surgeon practicing in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Paylan specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Paylan provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
University of Southern California
Board Certification
American Board of Cosmetic Surgery
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local Public Speaking -
Awards
- Received the Outstanding Award for Surgical Technique from 1999-2003
- Received the Outstanding Award for Teaching from 1999-2003
Internships
- Nassau County Medical Center
Fellowships
- Tampa General Hospital, University of South Florida
Professional Society Memberships
- American Society of Cosmetic Breast Surgery, American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, American Society of Liposuction Surgery, American College of Surgeons
Articles and Publications
- Co-Author in the Surgical Textbook, Modern Surgical Care, on Surgical Infection
What do you attribute your success to?
Listening to Each Patient and Treating Them with Individualized Care and Attention, Based on Their Needs
Hobbies / Sports
- Swimming
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of the American College of Surgeons, Cosmetic Surgery Times
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