Overview
Richard Shaffer is a Gastroenterologist practicing medicine in San Antonio, Texas.
Dr. Shaffer is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Barrett Esophagus, Lower Esophageal Ring, Benign Esophageal Stricture, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Shaffer is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
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Locations
855 Proton Rd, San Antonio, TX 78258
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 T. Shaffer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard T. Shaffer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard T. 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 T. 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 T. 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 T. Shaffer specialize in?
While Dr. Richard T. 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 T. Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard T. 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.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- DiarrheaDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Diarrhea.
- EsophagitisDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Esophagitis.
- Gardner SyndromeDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Gardner Syndrome.
- Gastric DysmotilityDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Gastric Dysmotility.
- GastritisDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- IndigestionDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Indigestion.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Portal HypertensionDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Portal Hypertension.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Trichohepatoenteric SyndromeDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Trichohepatoenteric Syndrome.
- Turcot SyndromeDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Turcot Syndrome.
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- 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.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Campylobacter InfectionDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Campylobacter Infection.
- Celiac DiseaseDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Celiac Disease.
- CirrhosisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Cirrhosis.
- Collagenous ColitisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Collagenous Colitis.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- DICER1 SyndromeDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about DICER1 Syndrome.
- EncopresisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Enlarged LiverDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Liver.
- Eosinophilic ColitisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Colitis.
- Eosinophilic EsophagitisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Esophagitis.
- Esophageal VaricesDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Varices.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gilbert SyndromeDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Gilbert Syndrome.
- Helicobacter Pylori InfectionDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Helicobacter Pylori Infection.
- Hemorrhagic ProctocolitisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhagic Proctocolitis.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- HepatitisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Hepatitis.
- HiccupsDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Hiccups.
- Intestinal LeiomyomaDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Leiomyoma.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)Dr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
- Lymphocytic ColitisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Lymphocytic Colitis.
- MacroamylasemiaDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Macroamylasemia.
- Mallory-Weiss SyndromeDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Mallory-Weiss Syndrome.
- Morning SicknessDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- ProctitisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- TenesmusDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Tenesmus.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.
- VisceromegalyDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- Watermelon StomachDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Watermelon Stomach.