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Maria Norma Villalon Landeros
Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine - Primary Care and Population Health
BioDr. Norma Villalon's path to medicine reflects a journey of perseverance and community service. Born and raised in rural Guanajuato, Mexico, her early years were shaped by strong family bonds and a deep appreciation for community care, despite financial challenges. Before immigrating to the United States at 18, she dedicated herself to adult education through INEA, teaching literacy and basic education to members of her community. This early experience fostered her commitment to serving diverse populations and understanding their unique needs. As a first-generation professional from an immigrant background, Dr. Villalon brings a unique perspective to medicine, informed by her profound understanding of underserved communities. Her journey from a small Mexican village to becoming a physician exemplifies the power of determination and the importance of accessible healthcare. Through her work, she continues to advocate for equitable medical care while actively mentoring and supporting the next generation of physicians from underrepresented backgrounds.
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Perla Villamor
Clinical Instructor, Otolaryngology (Head and Neck Surgery)
BioPerla Villamor, MD, is a Clinical Instructor in the Clinician Educator line in the Department of Otolaryngology — Head & Neck Surgery and the Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Stanford University School of Medicine. She completed her medical and otolaryngology training in Colombia, followed by a pediatric otolaryngology fellowship in Mexico.
She has extensive experience in research, teaching, and clinical practice, having worked in leading institutions across Latin America and the Middle East.
Her passion for pediatric airway surgery has driven her to collaborate on global surgery initiatives and contribute to international scientific publications. She is deeply committed to working with children and their families to improve their quality of life and ensure they experience happy, healthy childhoods. She is currently pursuing a two-year International Fellowship in Complex Pediatric Otolaryngology at Stanford Children’s Hospital.
