Dr. Ariel Palanca, MD
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Dr. Ariel Palanca, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Ariel Palanca, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Escondido, CA. Dr. Palanca has extensive experience in Ankle & Foot Surgery. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
Locations
Arch Health Medical Group
California Dermatology and Mohs Surgery Specialists
Palomar Health Medical Group
Hospital Highlight
Dr. Palanca is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway Poway, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Palanca specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
- Offers Telehealth • This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Practices at Top Hospital • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Palanca's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palanca
4.0
| 5 Star | 71% | 71% |
| 4 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 3 Star | 7% | 7% |
| 2 Star | 4% | 4% |
| 1 Star | 18% | 18% |
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About Me
biography
Ariel Palanca, MD, received her medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She finished an orthopedic surgical residency at Stanford University Medical Center and an AOTrauma Fellowship from Flinders Medical...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Surgery
Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery
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Stanford University School Of Medicine
Residency HospitalUniversity Of Michigan Medical School
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Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 2
hospital awardsView all awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
83%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
72%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% lower than the national average
- Recipient of 10
hospital awardsPatient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
View all awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications
- Recipient of 34
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home5% higher than the national average
84%Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family19% higher than the national average
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