Overview
Justin Schaffer, MD is a cardiothoracic surgeon who specializes in coronary artery bypass, valvular, thoracic aortic, and minimally invasive procedures. His clinical expertise includes aortic valve surgery, TAVR, coronary artery bypass grafting, mitral valve surgery, thoracic aortic surgery, thoracoabdominal aortic surgery, and minimally invasive/robotic procedures. Dr. Schaffer graduated from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and is a member of Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He completed his residency and fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Stanford Hospital and Clinics. While there, he received recognition for his outstanding work, including the President's Award from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the Norman E. Shumway award from the Western Thoracic Surgical Association. Dr. Schaffer's office is located in the professional office building on the campus of The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano. He is currently welcoming new patients.
Dr. Schaffer is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Aortic Valve Stenosis, Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Aortic Valve Replacement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 66 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
4708 Alliance Blvd Pavilion I,, Ste 540, Plano, TX 75093
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. Justin Schaffer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Justin Schaffer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Justin Schaffer by calling their office at 469-800-6200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Justin Schaffer a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Justin Schaffer is classified as an Distinguished expert for Heart Bypass Surgery, 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. Justin Schaffer specialize in?
While Dr. Justin Schaffer is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Aortic Valve Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Justin Schaffer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Justin Schaffer has published 66 articles and abstracts on conditions like Heart Bypass Surgery. You can view a list of Dr. Justin Schaffer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Justin Schaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Justin Schaffer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 469-800-6200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Aortic Valve ReplacementDr. Schaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Replacement.
- Aortic Valve StenosisDr. Schaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Aortic Valve Stenosis.
- Bicuspid Aortic ValveDr. Schaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Bicuspid Aortic Valve.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Schaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.
- Thoracic Aortic AneurysmDr. Schaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm.
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR)Dr. Schaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR).
- Advanced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Schaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Aortic RegurgitationDr. Schaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Aortic Regurgitation.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Schaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Schaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Heart TransplantDr. Schaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Transplant.
- Heart Valve RepairDr. Schaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Heart Valve Repair.
- Experienced
- Adenosine Deaminase 2 DeficiencyDr. Schaffer isExperienced. Learn about Adenosine Deaminase 2 Deficiency.
- Aneurysm RepairDr. Schaffer isExperienced. Learn about Aneurysm Repair.
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Schaffer isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Congenital Aneurysms of the Great VesselsDr. Schaffer isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Aneurysms of the Great Vessels.
- EmphysemaDr. Schaffer isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- EndocarditisDr. Schaffer isExperienced. Learn about Endocarditis.