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Dr. James Shaffer, MD

Critical Care Medicine•Male•Age 56

Critical Care Medicine

Dr. James Shaffer, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Melbourne, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shaffer has extensive experience in Pulmonary Vascular Conditions and Sleep Apnea. He graduated from Ohio State U, College of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Holmes Regional Medical Center and Viera Hospital. His office accepts new patients.

Dr. James Shaffer, MD

Brevard Health Alliance

2120 Sarno Rd Melbourne, FL 32935
Accepting new patients

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(321) 241-6800
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Dr. Shaffer's conditions and procedures:

  • Sleep Apnea
  • Respiratory Management
  • Pneumonia
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acidosis
  • Acute Bronchitis
  • Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
  • Acute Pharyngitis
  • Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
  • Adrenal Gland Cancer
  • Alkalosis
  • Asthma
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Benign Lung Neoplasms
  • Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
  • Biliary Atresia
  • Bird Flu
  • Bone Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Bronchiectasis
  • Bronchiolitis
  • Bronchitis
  • Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis
  • Bronchospasm
  • Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
  • Chickenpox
  • Cholecystitis and Gallstones
  • Chronic Pulmonary Heart Diseases (incl. Pulmonary Hypertension)
  • Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
  • Cough
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
  • Emphysema
  • Empyema
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Esophageal Diverticulum
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Gallstones
  • Gastric Ulcer
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatopulmonary Syndrome
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Ileus
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Influenza (Flu)
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Interstitial Lung Disease
  • Intestinal Abscess
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Ischemic Colitis
  • Liver Cancer
  • Low Blood Oxygen Level
  • Lung Abscess
  • Lung Cancer
  • Lung Nodule
  • Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
  • Neuroendocrine Tumors
  • Osteosarcoma
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Partial Lung Collapse
  • Pelvic Abscess
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
  • Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
  • Peripheral Arterial Dissection
  • Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
  • Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
  • Pleura Cancer
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Pneumonitis (Due to Solids or Liquids)
  • Primary Biliary Cholangitis
  • Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Edema
  • Pulmonary Embolism
  • Pulmonary Hypertension
  • Pulmonary Insufficiency
  • Pyloric Stenosis
  • Respiratory Failure
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus
  • Rheumatoid Lung Disease
  • Rib Fracture
  • Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
  • Sarcoidosis
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Septic Embolism
  • Shortness of Breath
  • Small Intestine Cancer
  • Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
  • Swine Flu
  • Systemic Sclerosis
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Tuberculosis
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Umbilical Hernia
  • Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Viral Infection
  • Wheezing
  • Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
  • Pulmonary Rehabilitation Services
  • Sleep Study
  • Thoracentesis

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Dr. Shaffer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaffer

3.8

Based on 19 ratings

5 Star
63%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
21%
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Fantastic! He was phenomenal with my son. His bedside manner was excellent, always kind and caring and extremely knowledgeable. He explained things to us in a way that we were able to understand. I would recommend him to my family and friends.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Sep 16, 2019
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Dr. Shaffer is one of the best Dr.s I know! He helped my son when he had a pneumonia. He is very kind, caring, thorough and extremely intelligent. I would recommend him to all my family and friends.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 16, 2019
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I've been a patient of Dr. Shaffer for about 7 years. Over the last 2 years, this office had scheduled me for an appointment which takes at least 3 months to get. Then they've cancelled the appointment the same day saying he has an emergency and they reschedule. This has gone on for 2 years. Now they've discharged me for missing appointments. I've tried to speak with the manager but no one will return my call. They've also been totally inaccurate with records. I highly recommend going elsewhere!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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Thomas S. in Melbourne, FL – Sep 24, 2018
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Fantastic doctor. I left the previous one star review. Stating about his lack of communication however after meeting him finally I see that he's just not a people person but is actually a great caring compassionate doctor. Thankful he's my mother's.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Amy in Melbourne – Feb 25, 2018
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Horrible bedside manners. Mother is very ill the nurses have stated over and over the doctor needs to call me (her healthcare surrogate) to explain what's going on and give me test results. However he's had my mom for 6 days now and has not called ONCE no matter how many times I've called and begged for them to have him call me. I would never recommend him. Yes he's an amazing doctor (in theory) however not being able to communicate or be compassionate eliminates any awards any education
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Amy in Melbourne – Feb 24, 2018
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I met Dr. Shaffer under somewhat urgent conditions. I have recently moved to Florida from Minnesota and found myself in need of rotator cuff surgery. Before I could have the surgery I had to find a pulmonologist very quickly to ok me having surgery as I have COPD. He accommodated me very quickly. He went out of his way to make me feel very comfortable. I hate going to see lung Drs but this man changed all that in our first visit. He is a great Dr and I would recommend him highly to everyone.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Marlys Woelfel in Melbourne, FL – Apr 07, 2017
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I have had sleep apnea almost 20 years that has been diagnosed. I also have been a pulmonary patient for that same amount of time and have seen a few of the pulmonary specialists. It is with a great deal of respect that I highly recommend Dr. James Shaffer. Not only is he extremely thorough but a caring and knowledgeable physician who takes his time with each and every patient. Finally I get the care I need. Thank you Dr. Shaffer!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Barbara in Melbourne, FL – Apr 07, 2017
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Dr. Shaffer was a godsend to me. I had been looking for someone to recommend a GI doctor to me and no one could. I was admitted to the hospital and could not have found a better doctor and I am recommending him to everyone I know.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Melbourne, Florida – Oct 12, 2016
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Biography

Dr. James Shaffer, MD is a Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Melbourne, FL and has over 31 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from...Read more

Specialties

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Sleep Medicine

Board Certifications

  • Critical Care Medicine
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Education

Ohio State U MC
Fellowship Hospital
2005
University Of Florida, Master Of Health Administration
1996
Ohio State U/Columbus Chldns Hosp
Internship Hospital
1996
Columbus Chldns Hosp
Residency Hospital
1992
Ohio State U, College of Medicine
Medical School

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
  • Ironman New Zealand Finisher, 2011
  • Outstanding Physician Volunteer, H.O.P.E. Clinic, 2004
  • Outstanding Teaching Resident Award, The Ohio State University, Dept. of Internal Medicine, 1995
  • Ironman Florida 70.3 Finisher, 2012, 2010
  • Resident Teaching Award, The Ohio State University, College of Medicine Class of 1997, 1997
  • Healthcare Industry Specialty Award, SCCM, 2006
  • Outstanding Teaching Resident Award, The Ohio State University, Dept. of Pediatrics, 1996
  • Golden Eagle Humanitarian Award, Health First Inc., 2009
  • Outstanding Senior Resident Award, The Ohio State University, Dept. of Internal Medicine, 1996
  • Outstanding Student Award, University of Florida, 2005
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Media & Publications

  • The Use of Expandable Metal Stents to Facilitate Extubation in Patients with Large Airway Obstruction, 1998
  • Massive Hemoptysis as the Presenting Manifestation in a Child with Histoplasmosis, 1997

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What conditions does Dr. James Shaffer, MD treat?

Dr. James Shaffer, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Sleep Apnea, Pneumonia, and Acidosis. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. James Shaffer, MD's office address?

Dr. Shaffer's office is located at 2120 Sarno Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. James Shaffer, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. James Shaffer, MD is affiliated with Holmes Regional Medical Center and Viera Hospital.

How much experience does Dr. James Shaffer, MD have?

Dr. James Shaffer, MD has over 30 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. James Shaffer, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 3.8/5 for Dr. James Shaffer, MD. Patients say that the provider listened & answered questions well and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

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Locations

Brevard Health Alliance

Sarno Clinic2120 Sarno Rd Melbourne, FL 32935
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Practice

Health First6450 US HIGHWAY 1 Rockledge, FL 32955
2

Health First Physicians

Health First Physicians Inc8725 N Wickham Rd Ste 302 Melbourne, FL 32940
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sun: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Shaffer is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

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Viera Hospital

Melbourne, FL

84% Patients that would definitely recommend, 14% higher than the national average

6 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

Holmes Regional Medical Center

Melbourne, FL

68% Patients that would definitely recommend, 2% lower than the national average

3 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)