Overview
Saulena Shafer is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Newport Beach, California.
Dr. Shafer is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Serotonin Syndrome, Essential Tremor, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Shafer is currently accepting new patients.
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Insurance
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Accepted insurance plans:
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- HMO
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- HMO
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- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
- MEDICARE MAPD
- OTHER MEDICARE
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- PPO
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- HMO
- INDEMNITY
- POS
- PPO
- OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
- OTHER MEDICAID
- STATE MEDICAID
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- MEDICARE PDP
- OTHER MEDICARE
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
520 Superior Ave Ste 205, Newport Beach, CA 92663
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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UCI Health ALS & Neuromuscular Center
Dr. Namita Goyal is a UCI Health neurologist with board certifications in neurology, electrodiagnostic medicine and neuromuscular medicine. Dr. Goyal is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inclusion Body Myositis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Myositis, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis. Dr. Goyal is board certified in CA State Medical License 2012 - 2024 and MA State Medical License 2006 - 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Saulena S. Shafer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Saulena S. Shafer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Saulena S. Shafer by calling their office at 949-764-7363. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Saulena S. Shafer a top-rated expert for Parkinson's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Saulena S. Shafer is classified as an Distinguished expert for Parkinson'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. Saulena S. Shafer specialize in?
While Dr. Saulena S. Shafer is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Serotonin Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Saulena S. Shafer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Saulena S. Shafer has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Parkinson's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Saulena S. Shafer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Saulena S. Shafer accept my insurance?
Dr. Saulena S. Shafer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-764-7363 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
- Movement DisordersDr. Shafer isDistinguished. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Shafer isDistinguished. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
- Advanced
- Serotonin SyndromeDr. Shafer isAdvanced. Learn about Serotonin Syndrome.
- Experienced
- ApraxiaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Apraxia.
- Aromatic L-Amino Acid Decarboxylase (AADC) Deficiency
- AthetosisDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Athetosis.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- ChoreaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Chorea.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- Corticobasal DegenerationDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Corticobasal Degeneration.
- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- DeliriumDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Delirium.
- DementiaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- Dopa-Responsive DystoniaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Dopa-Responsive Dystonia.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Dry MouthDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Dry Mouth.
- DysarthriaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Dysarthria.
- Essential TremorDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Familial Paroxysmal Nonkinesigenic Dyskinesia
- Focal DystoniaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Focal Dystonia.
- Huntington DiseaseDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Huntington Disease.
- Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)Dr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
- Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis SyndromeDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Mcleod Neuroacanthocytosis Syndrome.
- Meige SyndromeDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Meige Syndrome.
- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)Dr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Sclerosis (MS).
- Myoclonus-DystoniaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Myoclonus-Dystonia.
- Normal Pressure HydrocephalusDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus.
- Oppenheim DystoniaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Oppenheim Dystonia.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Primary Orthostatic TremorDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Primary Orthostatic Tremor.
- Progressive Supranuclear PalsyDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.
- Progressive Supranuclear Palsy AtypicalDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- REM Behavior DisorderDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about REM Behavior Disorder.
- Restless Legs SyndromeDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Restless Legs Syndrome.
- SeizuresDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Seizures.
- Supranuclear Ocular PalsyDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Supranuclear Ocular Palsy.
- Supranuclear OphthalmoplegiaDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia.
- Thoracic Outlet SyndromeDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about Thoracic Outlet Syndrome.
- X-Linked Dystonia-ParkinsonismDr. Shafer isExperienced. Learn about X-Linked Dystonia-Parkinsonism.

