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Dr. David Shaffer, MD

Medical Oncology*
4.7 (13)
Map Pin Small Albany, NY
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience

Overview of Dr. David Shaffer, MD

Dr. David Shaffer, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in Albany, NY. They specialize in Medical Oncology, has 31 years of experience. They graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine and is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Shaffer an average 4.7 star rating.

Dr. Shaffer works at New York Oncology Hematology in Albany, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Retroperitoneum Cancer and Kidney Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Shaffer's Office Locations

  1. 1
    New York Oncology Hematology
    43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 262-6696
  2. 2
    AMC at Patroon Creek
    400 Patroon Creek Blvd Ste 210, Albany, NY 12206 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (518) 262-6696

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  • Albany Medical Center Hospital

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Retroperitoneum Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anemia
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Bone Cancer
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Colorectal Cancer
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Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Cervical Cancer
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Duodenal Cancer
Endocrine Gland Cancer
ENT Cancer
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Esophageal Diseases
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Hypercoagulable State
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Jejunum Cancer
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Laryngeal Cancer
Larynx Conditions
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Lip Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
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Nodular Lymphoma
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Pleura Cancer
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Polycythemia Rubra Vera
Pregnancy-Related Disorders
Primary Hypercoagulable State
Pulmonary Disease
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Reticulosarcoma
Salivary Gland Cancer
Schwannoma
Secondary Malignancies
Sickle Cell Disease
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
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Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Thrombocytosis
Thymomas
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Tongue Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Tuberous Sclerosis
Urethra Cancer
Urinary Disorders
Uterine Cancer
Uterine Diseases
Vascular Disease
Vertebral Column Tumors
Vulvar Cancer
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Cancer Screening
Oral Cancer Screening
Plasmapheresis
Skin Screenings
Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Thoracentesis
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    Specialties*
    • Medical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 31 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1487625158
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Memorial Sloan-Kettering Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Barnes - Jewish Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of North Carolina School of Medicine
    Medical Education

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. David Shaffer, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Shaffer is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Shaffer has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Shaffer works at New York Oncology Hematology in Albany, NY. View the full address on Dr. Shaffer’s profile.

    Dr. Shaffer has seen patients for Retroperitoneum Cancer and Kidney Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Shaffer on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    13 patients have reviewed Dr. Shaffer. The overall rating for this provider is 4.7. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shaffer.

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