About
Juana Vargas, MD, completed her undergraduate education at New York University before earning her medical degree from the Zucker School of Medicine. She trained in both Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine before completing her fellowship at Stanford O'Connor. During her fellowship, she concentrated on orthobiologics, ultrasound-guided procedures, and Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy. She focuses on using these innovative interventions to enhance patient outcomes and improve quality of life.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
New York University
Medical School
Zucker School of Medicine
Residency
Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine
Fellowship
Stanford O'Connor - Orthobiologics, Ultrasound-Guided Procedures, and Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Vargas right for?
Dr. Vargas is a strong fit for patients dealing with musculoskeletal injuries or chronic pain. Athletes and active adults seeking regenerative options such as PRP or shockwave therapy benefit from her fellowship training. Patients who want ultrasound-guided precision in their treatment will find her approach well-suited to their needs. She also serves patients looking to avoid or delay surgical intervention through innovative non-operative care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Vargas specializes in sports medicine with a particular focus on regenerative and orthobiologic treatments. Her fellowship training at Stanford O'Connor centered on orthobiologics, ultrasound-guided procedures, and Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy. She works with athletes and active patients seeking non-surgical solutions for musculoskeletal conditions.
Dr. Vargas earned her undergraduate degree from New York University and her medical degree from the Zucker School of Medicine. She then trained in Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine before completing her fellowship at Stanford O'Connor.
Orthobiologics refers to naturally derived substances used to accelerate healing in muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. Dr. Vargas completed her fellowship with a specific concentration in orthobiologics. She offers treatments including Platelet Rich Plasma therapy as part of her regenerative approach.
Yes, Dr. Vargas performs ultrasound-guided procedures. She concentrated on this technique during her fellowship at Stanford O'Connor. Ultrasound guidance allows her to precisely target the treatment area, improving accuracy and outcomes.
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy, or ESWT, uses acoustic waves to stimulate healing in tendons, soft tissue, and bone. Dr. Vargas trained extensively in ESWT during her Stanford O'Connor fellowship. She offers this therapy as a non-invasive option for patients with chronic musculoskeletal conditions.
Dr. Vargas works with a broad range of patients, from competitive athletes to active adults managing injury or chronic pain. Her training in Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine gives her experience across acute injuries and longer-term conditions. She focuses on improving function and quality of life through evidence-based regenerative care.
Yes, Dr. Vargas trained in both Emergency Medicine and Sports Medicine before completing her fellowship. That dual training gives her a broad clinical foundation. She now focuses her practice on sports medicine and regenerative interventions.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026