Overview
Richard Shaffer is a Gastroenterologist in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Shaffer is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, and Endoscopy.
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Locations
855 Proton Rd, San Antonio, TX 78258
8415 Datapoint Dr Ste 700, San Antonio, TX 78229
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard Shaffer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Shaffer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard Shaffer by calling their office at 210-614-1234. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard Shaffer a top-rated expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard Shaffer is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), 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. Richard Shaffer specialize in?
While Dr. Richard Shaffer is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, and Lower Esophageal Ring. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Richard Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 210-614-1234 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Barrett EsophagusDr. Shaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Barrett Esophagus.
- Benign Esophageal StrictureDr. Shaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Benign Esophageal Stricture.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Shaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Shaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Shaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Lower Esophageal RingDr. Shaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Lower Esophageal Ring.
- Advanced
- Bile Acid MalabsorptionDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Acid Malabsorption.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.
- ColitisDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Colitis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Colorectal PolypsDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Polyps.
- Experienced
- AchalasiaDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Achalasia.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal FissureDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- AnemiaDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Anemia.
- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- AscitesDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.