Overview
Timothy Shaver is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in Fairfax, Virginia. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years.
Dr. Shaver is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Insulinoma, Esophageal Cancer, Glucagonoma, Hernia Surgery, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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3620 Joseph Siewick Dr Ste 406, Fairfax, VA 22033
1860 Town Center Dr Ste 440, Reston, VA 20190
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. Timothy Shaver
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy Shaver?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Timothy Shaver by calling their office at 703-359-8640. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Timothy Shaver a top-rated expert for Insulinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Timothy Shaver is classified as an Advanced expert for Insulinoma, 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. Timothy Shaver specialize in?
While Dr. Timothy Shaver is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Insulinoma, Esophageal Cancer, and Glucagonoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Timothy Shaver participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Timothy Shaver has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Insulinoma. You can view a list of Dr. Timothy Shaver's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Timothy Shaver accept my insurance?
Dr. Timothy Shaver accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and HealthKeepers. We recommend calling the office directly at 703-359-8640 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.
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- Advanced
- Esophageal CancerDr. Shaver isAdvanced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Shaver isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- GlucagonomaDr. Shaver isAdvanced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- HerniaDr. Shaver isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Shaver isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- InsulinomaDr. Shaver isAdvanced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Experienced
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Shaver isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Shaver isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- AppendicitisDr. Shaver isExperienced. Learn about Appendicitis.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Shaver isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Shaver isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Shaver isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
