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Dr. Mokenge Malafa, MD

General Surgery*
4.5 (18)
Map Pin Small Tampa, FL
Accepting new patients
38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Mokenge Malafa, MD

Dr. Mokenge Malafa, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Tampa, FL. They specialize in General Surgery, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and is affiliated with Moffitt Cancer Center. Dr. Malafa, completed a residency at Mc Ohio. Patients rated Dr. Malafa an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Malafa works at Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus in Tampa, FL. They frequently treat conditions like Peritoneal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer and Retroperitoneum Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Cigna and Humana as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Malafa's Office Locations

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    Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus
    12902 Usf Magnolia Dr, Tampa, FL 33612 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (813) 773-4494

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Peritoneal Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Abdominal Pain
Ascites
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Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Duodenal Cancer
Intestinal Obstruction
Liver Cancer
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Small Intestine Cancer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Bladder Cancer
Bone Cancer
Brain Cancer
Brain Injury
Breast Carcinoma
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Carcinoid Syndrome
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Polyp
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallbladder Carcinoma
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Hypothalamus Cancer
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Ischemic Colitis
Kidney Cancer
Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Male Breast Carcinoma
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia, Type 1 (MEN 1)
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Pancreas Carcinoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pheochromocytoma
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleural Effusion
Pouchitis
Prostate Cancer
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Umbilical Hernia
Urinary Tract Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominal Hysterectomy
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Appendectomy
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Atherectomy
Bile Duct Procedure
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Cholecystoenterostomy
Colectomy
Colostomy
Cystotomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctectomy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Tracheal Surgery
Vaginectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
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    4.5
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    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 38 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1699794636
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • City of Hope
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Mc Ohio
    Residency
    Internship
    • Mc Ohio
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Moffitt Cancer Center

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    Dr. Mokenge Malafa, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Malafa is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Malafa has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Malafa works at Moffitt Cancer Center, Magnolia Campus in Tampa, FL. View the full address on Dr. Malafa’s profile.

    Dr. Malafa has seen patients for Peritoneal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer and Retroperitoneum Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Malafa on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    18 patients have reviewed Dr. Malafa. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Malafa.

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