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.
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- HMO
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- 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Saulena Shafer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Saulena Shafer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Saulena 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 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 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 Shafer specialize in?
While Dr. Saulena 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 Shafer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Saulena Shafer has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Parkinson's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Saulena 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 Shafer accept my insurance?
Dr. Saulena 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.