Laura A. Shaffer

Overview

Laura Shaffer is an Orthopedics provider in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Shaffer has been practicing medicine for over 23 years. Her top areas of expertise are Freiberg's Disease, Small Patella Syndrome, Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome, and Hypermobile Joints.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine, DO, 2003

Residency

UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Camden, Pediatrics

Specialties

Orthopedics

Licenses

Family Medicine in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Family Medicine

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Florida Blue
  • EPO
  • PPO
Health Options
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Simply Healthcare
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
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Locations

Nemours Children's Health, Pensacola
8331 N. Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL 32514
Other Locations
Nemours Children's Health, Southeast Pensacola
5153 9th Avenue, Pensacola, FL 32504

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Shaffer has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Scoliosis
Clubfoot

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. Laura A. Shaffer

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laura A. Shaffer?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Laura A. Shaffer by calling their office at 850-505-4700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Laura A. Shaffer a top-rated expert for Freiberg's Disease?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laura A. Shaffer is classified as an Experienced expert for Freiberg's Disease, 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. Laura A. Shaffer specialize in?

While Dr. Laura A. Shaffer is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Freiberg's Disease, Small Patella Syndrome, and Sandhaus Ben-Ami Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.

Does Dr. Laura A. Shaffer participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Laura A. Shaffer has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Freiberg's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Laura A. Shaffer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Laura A. Shaffer accept my insurance?

Dr. Laura A. Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 850-505-4700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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