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Dr. Katherine Shaffer, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 39
Dr. Katherine Shaffer, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)

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Dr. Katherine Shaffer, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 39
San Diego, CA
Accepting new patients
12 years of experience

Offers telehealth

 

Overview

Dr. Katherine Shaffer, MD works in San Diego, CA as an Internist and has 12 years experience.

They are board certified in Gastroenterology and graduated from GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY / MEDICAL CENTER in 2012. At present, Dr. Shaffer has received an average rating of 5.0 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. They are affiliated with Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego and Paradise Valley Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and has telehealth appointments. Dr. Shaffer practices at Practice in San Diego, CA and has additional offices in Chula Vista, CA and El Cajon, CA.

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  • Aetna HMO
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    Choice Plus POS II
    Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
  • Pathway-CA HMO
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    Bronze Full 4500 PPO
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  • CA CommunityCare Network HMO
    CA Employer Group Plans HMO
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  • Marketplace CA HMO
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar LocalPlus EPO
    Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • SignatureValue - CA HMO
    SignatureValue Alliance

Locations

  1. 1 Precision Research Institute LLC
    292 Euclid Ave Ste 115, San Diego, CA 92114
  2. 2 Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista
    435 H St, Chula Vista, CA 91910
  3. 3 Thota & Koka AMC
    2732 Navajo Rd Ste 200, El Cajon, CA 92020
  4. 4 Navajo Road Surgical Center Inc
    2732 Navajo Rd Ste 100, El Cajon, CA 92020

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Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY / MEDICAL CENTER
    2012
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine
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Dr. Katherine Shaffer, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Shaffer accepts telehealth appointments. Please call Dr. Shaffer's office to make an appointment.

Dr. Shaffer accepts Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Shaffer accepts here.

Dr. Shaffer has a star rating of 5.0/5 and has been reviewed 2 times.

Dr. Shaffer is board certified in Gastroenterology and Internal Medicine.

Dr. Shaffer has been practicing as an Internist for 12 years.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego
  • Paradise Valley Hospital

Know Before You Go

Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

    Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)

  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

    Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years.  (USPSTF)

  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

    If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)

  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

    If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)