Dr. Michael Kaplan

Dr. Michael Kaplan is an ENT specialist practicing in Stanford (Palo Alto area), California. He is known for head and neck surgical oncology, including salivary gland, tongue and sinus cancers.

Professor of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Stanford University Medical Center, Emeritus.

Stanford lists Dr. Kaplan with emeritus status, so current clinical availability should be confirmed with Stanford Health Care before requesting an appointment.

About Dr. Michael Kaplan

• Full Name: Michael J. Kaplan, MD
• Credentials: MD
• Specialty: Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
• Subspecialty: Head and neck surgical oncology
• Current Status: Professor Emeritus, Stanford University
• Languages: English
• Gender: Male (as listed on MediFind)
• New Patients: Not confirmed; emeritus status
• Telehealth: Not confirmed
• NPI: Not captured in this verification. Look up the NPI number on the NPPES NPI Registry (npiregistry.cms.hhs.gov).

Address and Contact

Stanford Cancer Center (listed address)

• Address: 875 Blake Wilbur Dr, CC-2225, Stanford, CA 94305
• Phone: Not captured

Appointment requests can be sent through the Book An Appointment button on this page. Office hours, fax numbers and patient portal details are not listed here unless the practice publishes them. Contact details verified September 30, 2026.

Specialties and Education

His published areas of care and procedures include:

• Salivary gland tumors, including acinic cell carcinoma
• Tongue cancer
• Sinus cancer
• Laryngeal cancer and laryngectomy
• Tissue biopsy of head and neck lesions
• Anterior cranial base surgery

Education and Training

• Education: Medical school, residency and fellowship details were not found on the current public sources reviewed; being confirmed

Certifications, License and Affiliations

• Board Certification: Not stated on the sources reviewed; confirm with the American Board of Otolaryngology
• License: Otolaryngology, California (as listed on MediFind)
• Academic Appointment: Professor of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Emeritus, Stanford University Medical Center

Insurance

No current, verifiable list of accepted insurance plans was found for this doctor. Coverage is not assumed. Contact the practice or your insurance company to confirm coverage before scheduling an appointment.

Fees

Consultation fees, self-pay prices, payment methods and cancellation policy are not publicly listed. Ask the practice for current pricing when you book.

Professional Information

• Research on new immune-based therapies for head and neck cancer, including the IRX-2 protocol
• Research on head and neck cancer stem cells with the Weissman and Clarke laboratories at the Stanford Stem Cell Institute
• Development of surgical methods for the anterior cranial base
• Co-author of 36 peer-reviewed articles and 4 clinical trials in the past 15 years (MediFind)

Reviews and Ratings

No verified platform rating with a review count was captured for this doctor at the time of verification. Find MD Health does not create its own rating or ranking.

Verification

Key details on this page were checked against the public sources below on September 30, 2026. Official hospital, university and society sources were used first.

• Stanford Profiles directory (Otolaryngology)
• MediFind listing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Michael Kaplan known for?

Dr. Michael Kaplan is known for head and neck surgical oncology, including salivary gland, tongue and sinus cancers.

Where does Dr. Michael Kaplan practice?

He is listed at Stanford Cancer Center, 875 Blake Wilbur Dr, Stanford, California. Because he holds emeritus status, confirm availability with Stanford Health Care.

How can I book with Dr. Michael Kaplan?

Use the Book An Appointment button on this page to send a request. Confirm the office location and availability before you visit.

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Provider location, specialty information, insurance participation, and availability may change. Confirm current details directly with Stanford Health Care.