Our Physicians
Ed Clifford, MD, FACS
- General Surgery
- Breast Cancer Surgery
- Oncologic Surgery
Dr. Ed Clifford, FACS, realizes that medical concerns such as breast cancer that require surgical intervention can be overwhelming. Since joining the Surgical Group of North Texas, Dr. Clifford has become well regarded as one of the top breast surgeons in the Dallas-Ft. Worth metroplex. He also specializes in general and oncologic surgery, providing his patients with the personalized, hands-on care that has become the signature of SGNT.
Dr. Clifford's training began with an undergraduate degree from the University of Richmond in Virginia and then medical school at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. He chose surgery as a specialty because he liked the idea of fixing the problem, rather than just treating it. As he says, "Appendicitis goes away, high blood pressure does not." He conducted his medical internship and surgical training at St. Paul University Hospital in Dallas where his first rotation was in the breast clinic. Through this, he developed a passion for the challenges associated with breast cancer surgery, which continues to be a large part of his practice today.
Dr.Clifford is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and is currently the Chief of Surgery at Baylor Medical Center at Irving. Dr. Clifford is also active in the Society of Surgical Oncology, American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer, and American Society of Breast Surgeons, where he has served on and chaired the research committee.
An active mountaineer and guide, Dr. Clifford lives in Coppell, Texas, with his wife and two children.
Sina Matin, MD, FACS
- General Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery
- Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
Dr. Sina Matin has been on the leading edge of one of the areas of highest growth in the field of surgery – bariatric surgery. He is also highly experienced in advanced laparoscipic surgery, or minimally invasive surgery using small incisions and specialized video cameras, as well as general surgery.
After receiving his undergraduate and master's degrees from Old Dominion University in Virginia, Dr. Matin went on to receive his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia. He then completed his surgical residency and research fellowship at the University of Texas in Galveston. He also attended the Baylor College of Medicine Advanced Laparoscopic Fellowship in Houston.
Dr. Matin lives in Southlake with his wife, Suzy, and their two children. He also enjoys soccer, windsurfing and camping.
Julio Rivera, MD, FACS
- General Surgery
- Bariatric Surgery
- Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
An accomplished general surgeon, Dr. Julio Rivera specializes in advanced laparoscopic abdominal procedures and has been performing advanced laparoscopy for many years.
Dr. Rivera received his undergraduate degree in chemistry at Baylor University and went on to receive his medical degree from Texas Tech University School of Medicine. He completed his surgical residency at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City. Dr. Rivera is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and is a member of the Society of Laparoscopic Endoscopists and the American Hernia Society.
Born in Peru, Dr. Rivera grew up in South Texas where he enjoyed surfing as a teenager. He lives in Coppell, Texas, with his wife and two daughters, and is actively involved with youth soccer and other activities.
Shahid Shafi, MD, FACS
- General Surgery
- Robotic Surgery
Dr. Shahid Shafi always wanted to be a surgeon. He went to medical school at Aga Khan University in Pakistan and completed post-graduate training at the University of Pennsylvania, Johns Hopkins University, and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey University of Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and is involved with quality of care initiatives locally and nationally. Most recently, he has affiliated with the Baylor Institute for Healthcare Research & Improvement, where he focuses on the improvement of surgical care.
Dr. Shafi has been married since 1992, and his wife also has a graduate degree in healthcare management. They live in Southlake, Texas, with their three children. When he's not taking care of patients, Dr. Shafi enjoys reading, bicycling, volunteering his time for charities and enjoying his family and friends.