Overview
Kristina Shaffer is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Lymphedema, Breast Infection, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Mastectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
719 Thompson Ln Ste 25000, Nashville, TN 37204
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. Kristina Shaffer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kristina Shaffer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kristina Shaffer by calling their office at 615-322-5000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kristina Shaffer a top-rated expert for Mastectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristina Shaffer is classified as an Experienced expert for Mastectomy, 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. Kristina Shaffer specialize in?
While Dr. Kristina Shaffer is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Mastectomy, Breast Cancer, and Lymphedema. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Kristina Shaffer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kristina Shaffer has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Mastectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Kristina Shaffer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kristina Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kristina Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-322-5000 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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- AngiosarcomaDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Breast InfectionDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Breast Infection.
- FibroadenomaDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Fibroadenoma.
- Giant Mammary HamartomaDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Giant Mammary Hamartoma.
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.