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Dr. Cynthia Schaeffer, MD

Gastroenterology*
3.6 (10)
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Overview of Dr. Cynthia Schaeffer, MD

Dr. Cynthia Schaeffer, MD is a Gastroenterology Specialist in San Diego, CA. They graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and is affiliated with Paradise Valley Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Schaeffer an average 3.6 star rating.

Dr. Schaeffer works at Practice in San Diego, CA with other offices in Chula Vista, CA and National City, CA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Schaeffer's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Precision Research Institute LLC
    292 Euclid Ave Ste 115, San Diego, CA 92114 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 266-3332
  2. 2
    Euclid Endoscopy Center Lp
    286 Euclid Ave Ste 109, San Diego, CA 92114 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 564-8249
  3. 3
    Endoscopy Center of Chula Vista
    681 Third Ave # B, Chula Vista, CA 91910 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 425-2150
  4. 4
    Paradise Valley Hospital
    2400 E 4th St, National City, CA 91950 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 470-4321
    Monday
    08:00 - 14:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 14:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 14:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 14:00

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  • Paradise Valley Hospital

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VAP Lipid Testing
Wireless pH Testing
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    About Dr. Cynthia Schaeffer, MD

    Specialties*
    • Gastroenterology

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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Amharic
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    NPI Number
    • 1740352293
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Saint Louis University School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Gastroenterology
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    10 patients have reviewed Dr. Schaeffer. The overall rating for this provider is 3.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Schaeffer.

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