William Schaffner
Expertise in
14
conditions

Dr. William Schaffner

Infectious Disease
Office
3601 21st Ave S, 
Nashville, TN 
Expertise in
14
conditions
Office
3601 21st Ave S, 
Nashville, TN 

Overview

William Schaffner is an Infectious Disease provider practicing medicine in Nashville, Tennessee.

Dr. Schaffner is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Strep Throat, Flu, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA), and Necrotizing Fasciitis.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 270 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Infectious Disease

Licenses

Internal Medicine in TN

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO

Locations

Office
3601 21st Ave S, Nashville, TN 37232

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.

270 Total Publications

Invasive Pneumococcal Disease among Childbearing-Age Women, United States, 2007-2023.
Invasive Pneumococcal Disease among Childbearing-Age Women, United States, 2007-2023.
Journal: Emerging infectious diseases
Published: February 20, 2026
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Nashville, TN 
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615-322-3000
Languages Spoken:
English
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. William Schaffner

How do I make an appointment with Dr. William Schaffner?

You can book an appointment with Dr. William Schaffner by calling their office at 615-322-3000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. William Schaffner a top-rated expert for Strep Throat?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William Schaffner is classified as an Elite expert for Strep Throat, 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. William Schaffner specialize in?

While Dr. William Schaffner is a Infectious Disease, they have specific expertise in Strep Throat, Flu, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Infectious Disease.

Does Dr. William Schaffner participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. William Schaffner has published 270 articles and abstracts on conditions like Strep Throat. You can view a list of Dr. William Schaffner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. William Schaffner accept my insurance?

Dr. William Schaffner accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 615-322-3000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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