Overview
Virginia Shaffer is a Colorectal Surgeon and a Hematologist practicing medicine in Tinley Park, Illinois.
Dr. Shaffer is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Rectal Prolapse, Diverticular Disease, Colorectal Cancer, Ileostomy, and Hernia Surgery.
Dr. Shaffer is board certified in Colon And Rectal Surgery Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 53 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Shaffer is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
6701 W. 159th St., Tinley Park, IL 60477
5758 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
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.
1 Clinical Trials
UChicago Medicine River East
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer by calling their office at 708-429-3300. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer a top-rated expert for Ileostomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer is classified as an Distinguished expert for Ileostomy, 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. Virginia O. Shaffer specialize in?
While Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer is a Colorectal Surgery, they have specific expertise in Ileostomy, Rectal Prolapse, and Diverticular Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Colorectal Surgery.
Does Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer has published 53 articles and abstracts on conditions like Ileostomy. You can view a list of Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer accept my insurance?
Dr. Virginia O. Shaffer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 708-429-3300 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- IleostomyDr. Shaffer isDistinguished. Learn about Ileostomy.
- Advanced
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Rectal ProlapseDr. Shaffer isAdvanced. Learn about Rectal Prolapse.
- Experienced
- Anal CancerDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anal FissureDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Anal Fissure.
- Bladder ReconstructionDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Reconstruction.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- ColonoscopyDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Colonoscopy.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- ColostomyDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Colostomy.
- Crohn's DiseaseDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Crohn's Disease.
- EncopresisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Encopresis.
- EndoscopyDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- HemorrhoidectomyDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoidectomy.
- HemorrhoidsDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Hemorrhoids.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- ProctitisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Proctitis.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Short Bowel SyndromeDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Short Bowel Syndrome.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- Ulcerative ColitisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Ulcerative Colitis.
- UreteroscopyDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Viral GastroenteritisDr. Shaffer isExperienced. Learn about Viral Gastroenteritis.