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Dr. David Shaffer, MD

Medical Oncology
4.7 (13)
Map Pin Small Albany, NY
Accepting new patients
30 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 30 years of experience. They graduated from UNIV OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MED and is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital and Ellis Hospital.

Dr. Shaffer works at New York Oncology Hematology in Albany, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Secondary Malignancies, Kidney Cancer and Testicular Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts 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
  • Ellis Hospital

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    Feb 10, 2018
    Dr. Shaffer is great!! Highly recommend him to anyone going through cancer and treatment. Very compassionate and caring. When he says he will call you, he does call you. I am so thankful that we found him. Takes the time with us and answers any and all questions. His staff is friendly and gives 100%. Not enough space to give due justice to Dr. Shaffer and his staff.
    Kathy Hathway in Lake Luzerne, NY — Feb 10, 2018
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    About Dr. David Shaffer, MD

    Specialties
    • Medical Oncology
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    Years of Experience
    • 30 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1487625158
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Meml Sloan-Kettering Med Ctr
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Barnes - Jewish Hospital
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • UNIV OF NC CHAPEL HILL SCH OF MED
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    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 an average wait time of 10 – 15 minutes at their office(s).

    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 Secondary Malignancies, Kidney Cancer and Testicular 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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