Overview
Christopher C. Shaffer, MD, specializes in pulmonary critical care. He is affiliated with UPMC Community Osteopathic, UPMC West Shore and UPMC Pinnacle Harrisburg. Dr. Shaffer completed his fellowship and residency at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center and medical degree at Temple University.
Dr. Shaffer is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Nodules, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Emphysema, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), and Hernia Surgery.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shaffer is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
50 North 12th Street, Lemoyne, PA 17043
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer by calling their office at 223-895-9315. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer a top-rated expert for Lung Nodules?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer is classified as an Advanced expert for Lung Nodules, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer is a Intensive Care Medicine, they have specific expertise in Lung Nodules, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Emphysema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Intensive Care Medicine.
Does Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Nodules. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher C. Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 223-895-9315 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- EmphysemaDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Lung NodulesDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF)
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung DiseaseDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease.
- Saddle Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Saddle Pulmonary Embolism.