Dr. Joseph Shaffer, MD

Dr. Shaffer is thoughtful and encouraging in his approach to the Mohs procedure. His technique is precise resulting in minimal to no scarring.

I highly recommend Dr. Joe Shaffer! I recently had to have 2 Mohs surgeries on my lower legs. I’m so pleased with how well everything turned out! He is so knowledgeable and kind and explained everything to me beforehand to make sure I understood my options and what to expect. I was especially impressed with how neat and tiny the sutures were! Plus, he is such a nice person to work with! I really enjoyed our conversations. I am also very happy with the care I received from his nurses! I’m so thankful for the excellent care I received! Thank you so much!

Everything went smoothly. He acts like a mortal rather than a god. Showed respect and care for me. Has a good sense of humor (meaning like mine)

An unexpected shocking injury to my face left me with a large gash with bad stitches from an Emergency Room. I was able to see Dr. Shaffer to see if a correction could be made. I had a hunch the wound would need to be reopened and I was apprehensive. He put me at ease immediately and spelled out the procedure and my worries were taken away. Post stitches now and several weeks later, I am forever grateful at how he was able to minimize my scarring and help me regain confidence in my looks again. Dr. Shaffer is very skilled. 5 Stars!

Dr. Shaffer performed MOHS surgery on me a year ago and again November 2022. It was quick and painless. Healing perfectly. He is the best at this procedure.

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Dr Shaffer is one of the best Mohs surgeons in the The Twin Cities. He has done 3 of my Mohs surgery’s with the latest being under my eyebrow! I am amazed that you can hardly tell that I had Basel cell carcinoma there. In a few months you will hardly be able to tell I had surgery at all. Dermatology consultants in Eagan Minnesota is really one of the best! I’m so incredibly happy I found them!!

I wasn't a cancer patient when I needed Dr Shaffer. Still, he treated me as gently & as kindly as if I were. I was referred to Dr Shaffer years after a different dermatologist left me with a painful and ugly sinkhole of scar tissue hanging from my jaw. Scar tissue tightens & it also hurts, & I was constantly contorting my face and my mouth & my neck to stretch out the tightness of the clump at my jaw. The years discomfort, the pain, & the change to my appearance left me depressed. Dr Shaffer treated me with dignity & compassion. Without knowing me personally, Dr Shaffer, a renowned mohs surgeon, agreed to revise a painful mess that he did not create. He treated me like I matter & like I deserved help. He knew that my face would not look or feel perfect again (sort of a losing spot to put himself). He agreed to the very real risks of leaving me dissatisfied & of agitating a fellow dermatologist. He owed me nothing. He was simply being honorable and an actual human. THAT is goodness.

I saw Dr. Joe Shaffer for the first time for a Mohs surgery on my face. It was discovered from a different dermatologist , whom of which I cannot recommend from a different company. Dr Joe has this aura about him that puts you at ease the minute he walks in the room. His confidence and assuring puts you at ease immediately which is very comforting when you’re in a high stress situation of unknowing. For me it was a one and done procedure and at no time did I feel any discomfort. Stitches just came out and looks like it would be a very tiny scar, I’m excited to see how it heals. I give him the highest of recommendations and will continue to see his wife for my skin care.

Dr. Shaffer recently used the Mohs Procedure to remove skin cancer on my cheek. He explained the procedure thoroughly, was able to remove all cancer and sutured the site expertly. Throughout the entire procedure he described what he was doing, was attentive to my concerns and explained the healing process completely. Hie professional demeanor was warm, courteous and attentive to me as his patient. Together with his Medical Assistant, Jason, I was totally apprised of the entire procedure, my post-op care and ultimate results. I could not have been in better hands. I would want Dr. Shaffer again for any dermatology procedure and would highly recommend him to anyone who wants excellent care.

Dr. Shaffer is the best!! I've had several Mohs surgeries performed by him. He has always, always had the most calming affect on me in what could be a scary situation!! His surgical abilities are amazing!! No one can tell how many procedures have been done on my body - especially my face!! No other surgeon will ever do!!

Excellent! My neighbor suggested Dr Schaffer after I told her what a local dermatologist had planned for the squamous on my face. I was scared. Texted picture to Dr Schaffer, met within a week and was treated (Mohs) and I cannot believe the result. Fantastic! Barely noticeable. Thank you! You are the best!

Dr Shaffer performed Mohs surgery on my leg. He was able to excise the skin cancer and made sure there would be no scar. He was very warm and friendly and explained everything he was going to do. I would recommend him to friends and family and have already done so. Thank you Dr Shaffer!!

Dr. Shaffer was knowledgeable, efficient, and performed a Mohs surgery without complication. I highly recommend his services. He's also a very interesting person! Where else will you find such eclectic interests as "fitness, opera, and comic book collecting"? Now that's diversity!!

Dr. Schaffer is a very kind, efficient doctor who ares about the comfort and health of his patients. I would highly recommend him.

Excellent care. Very competent and professional.

Dr. Shaffer has performed three Mohs surgery on my face. He is an excellent doctor and very skilled surgeon! He explains the procedure and immediately puts you at ease. I didn’t experience pain and my incisions healed quickly. I referred a family member and they also received wonderful care.

I received excellent care from Dr Shaffer. I would definitely recommend him and his team. Brittany also did great work.

Over the last 10 years Dr Shaffer has performed 5 Mohs procedures over various parts of my body. He is very thorough explaining everything step by step and answers any questions/concerns you might have. I would highly recommend Dr. Shaffer.

Dr. Shaffer made the entire dermatology surgery experience a lot easier for me. He was friendly, and he took the time required to explain clearly what he intended to do and to answer my questions. I started my dermatology experience at another practice, but I was referred to Dr. Shaffer for Mohs surgery. I'm sticking with Dermatology Consultants after this positive experience.