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Dr. Don Shaffer, MD

Hematology & Oncology*
4.5 (11)
Map Pin Small Marietta, GA
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Don Shaffer, MD

Dr. Don Shaffer, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Specialist in Marietta, GA. They specialize in Hematology & Oncology, has 42 years of experience, and is board certified in Hematology. They graduated from University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and is affiliated with Northside Hospital Cherokee, Wellstar Cobb Hospital, Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, Wellstar North Fulton Hospital and Piedmont Mountainside Hospital. Dr. Shaffer, completed a residency at Madigan Army Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Shaffer an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Shaffer works at Northwest Georgia Oncology Ctr in Marietta, GA. They frequently treat conditions like Venous Embolism and Thrombosis, Anemia and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) 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
    Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers P.c.
    340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 200, Marietta, GA 30060 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (770) 281-5100
    Monday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:30 - 15:00

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Northside Hospital Cherokee
  • Wellstar Cobb Hospital
  • Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
  • Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
  • Piedmont Mountainside Hospital

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Rectal Cancer
Refractory Anemia with Sideroblasts
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Reticulosarcoma
Salivary Gland Cancer
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Secondary Hypertension
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Sickle Cell Disease
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Testicular Cancer
Thalassemia
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
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Thymomas
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Tonsil Cancer
Urinary Stones
Uterine Cancer
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Bone Marrow Evaluation
Erythropoietin Test
Leukemia Diagnostic Evaluations
Liver Biopsy
Lymphoma Evaluation
Thoracentesis
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    4.5
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    About Dr. Don Shaffer, MD

    Specialties*
    • Hematology & Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 42 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1124023452
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Brooke Army Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Madigan Army Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Madigan Army Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Hematology and Internal Medicine
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    Dr. Don 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 Northwest Georgia Oncology Ctr in Marietta, GA. View the full address on Dr. Shaffer’s profile.

    Dr. Shaffer has seen patients for Venous Embolism and Thrombosis, Anemia and Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT), 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.

    11 patients have reviewed Dr. Shaffer. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shaffer.

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