Dr. Kerry Keaffaber, MD
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Dr. Kerry Keaffaber, MD is a family medicine specialist in Shipshewana, IN and has been practicing for 31 years. He specializes in family medicine.Read his story
Goshen Physicians Family Medicine | Shipshewana
450 E Country Ln
Shipshewana, IN 46565Learn about Dr. Keaffaber
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Dr. Keaffaber's Experience
Dr. Keaffaber's experience matches your search based on the following criteria:
- Based on total number of patients treated over the last 12 months
- Specializes in Family Medicine
- Board certified in Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine
- No sanctions found
- No board actions found
Dr. Keaffaber's bio
This content was provided by Dr. Keaffaber "Kerry Keaffaber, MD, is a board certified physician of family medicine and specialist in geriatric medicine. He has practiced medicine in the community for over 25 years. As a primary care physician with Goshen Physicians Family Medicine Shipshewana, he takes care of everyone in the family, from newborns to senior citizens. He provides all types of medical care, from routine exams, immunizations and vaccinations to vital health screenings and biopsies, as well as treatment for minor wounds and everyday colds and flu."
Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Keaffaber "Dr. Keaffaber believes the best way to take care of patients is to build close, professional relationships with them. He listens thoughtfully, always wanting to learn more about their everyday lives, families and health concerns. Those who work closely with Dr. Keaffaber also appreciate his passion for medicine and serving others."
1 Â Specialties
- Family Medicine
2 Â Board Certifications
- Family PracticeAccredited by: American Board of Medical Specialties*
- Geriatric MedicineAccredited by: American Board of Medical Specialties*
228 Â Conditions Treated
- Abdominal Disorders
- Abdominal Pain
- Acidosis
- Acne
- Actinic Keratosis
- Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Pharyngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
- ADHD and-or ADD
- Administrative Physical
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergies
- Anemia
- Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
- Ankle Sprains and Strains
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Arthritis of the Elbow
- Asthma
- Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
- Ataxia
- Atherosclerosis
- Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autonomic Disorders
- Back Pain
- Bedsores
- Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bladder Diseases
- Bladder Infection
- Blood Disorders
- Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
- Bone Disorders
- Breast Diseases
- Breast Pain
- Bronchitis
- Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
- Bunion
- Bursitis
- Calcium Metabolism Disorders
- Cellulitis
- Cervicitis
- Chest Pain
- Chronic Diseases
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Chronic Pain
- Chronic Pelvic Pain
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Cold Sore
- Conduct Disorder
- Confusion
- Constipation
- COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Cough
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Dehydration
- Depressive Disorders
- Dermatitis
- Diabetes Mellitus, Secondary
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty With Walking
- Diverticulosis, Intestinal
- Dizziness
- Dysentery
- Dysphagia
- Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
- Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
- Ear Ache
- Ear Disorders
- Earwax Buildup
- Elbow Injuries
- Emphysema
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enteritis
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Esophageal Diseases
- Esophagitis
- Essential Tremor
- Fever
- Fibromyalgia
- Foot Conditions
- Gait Abnormality
- Gas-Bloat Syndrome
- Gastritis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Glaucoma
- Gout
- Hair Loss
- Hammer Toe
- Headache
- Heart Disease
- Heart Palpitations
- Hemorrhoids
- Herpes Simplex Infection
- Herpes Zoster Without Complication
- High Cholesterol
- Hives
- Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
- Hyperkalemia
- Hyperlipidemia
- Hypertension
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypokalemia
- Hypotension
- Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
- Hypothyroidism
- Infectious Diseases
- Influenza (Flu)
- Injuries
- Insomnia
- Iron Metabolism Disorders
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Joint Pain
- Knee Disorders
- Knee Sprain
- Laryngitis
- Larynx Conditions
- Leg and Foot Ulcers
- Limb Pain
- Limb Swelling
- Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
- Lipid Disorders
- Liver Damage from Alcohol
- Low Back Pain
- Low Blood Oxygen Level
- Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
- Malaise and Fatigue
- Malnutrition
- Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
- Menopause
- Menstrual Disorders (incl. Dysmenorrhea)
- Migraine
- Mineral Metabolism Disorders
- Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
- Muscle Spasm
- Muscle Weakness
- Nausea
- Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
- Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Obesity
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of Ankle and Foot
- Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
- Osteoarthritis of Hip
- Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
- Osteoarthritis of Knee
- Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
- Osteopenia
- Osteoporosis
- Otitis Media
- Painful Urination (Dysuria)
- Pap Smear Abnormalities
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome or Knee Pain
- Peptic Ulcer
- Pericardial Disease
- Perimenopause
- Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pharyngitis
- Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
- Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
- Pneumonia
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
- Polyneuropathy
- Polyuria
- Pulmonary Disease
- Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Rash
- Restless Leg Syndrome
- Rib Fracture
- Runner's Knee
- Sarcoidosis
- Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
- Sepsis
- Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
- Shingles
- Shortness of Breath
- Shoulder Disorders
- Sinusitis
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Infections
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Sore Throat
- Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
- Spondylosis
- Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
- Stomach Diseases
- Strep Throat
- Stye
- Symptomatic Menopause
- Tension Headache
- Testicular Dysfunction
- Thrombosis
- Thyroid Disease
- Tobacco Use Disorder
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Ulcer
- Urinary Disorders
- Urinary Hesitancy
- Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Stones
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
- Venous Insufficiency
- Vertigo
- Viral Infection
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Weight Loss
- Wheezing
- Yeast Infections
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63 Â Procedures
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
- Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
- Arthrocentesis
- Biopsy
- Birth Control
- Bone Density Scan
- Breast Exam
- Breath Testing
- Cardiovascular Stress Test
- Casting
- Cholesterol Screening
- Colonoscopy
- Colposcopy
- Diabetes Counseling
- Diabetes Screening
- Earwax Removal
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Excision of Skin Lesion
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Family Counseling
- Family Planning Services
- Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
- Gynecologic Cancer Screening
- Gynecological Examination
- Hepatitis Screening
- Hormone Replacement Therapy
- Immunization
- Joint Injection
- Laceration Repair
- Liver Function Test
- Mole Removal
- Nail Avulsion and Excision
- Newborn Metabolic Screening
- Non-Surgical Arthritis Treatment
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Pap Smear
- Pediatric EKG (Electrocardiogram, ECG)
- Pelvic Exams
- Physical Examination
- Pregnancy Ultrasound
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Pulmonary Function Test
- Rapid Flu Test
- Rh Incompatibility Screening
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- Skin Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Spirometry
- Sports Physical Examination
- Steroid Injection
- Stitches
- Thyroid Screening
- Trigger Point Injection
- Urinalysis
- Vaccination
- Wart Removal
- Well Baby Care
- Wellness Examination
- Wound Care and Management
- X-Ray
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Education
- Indiana University School Of MedicineMedical School | Graduated 1984
- Meml HospitalInternship Hospital | Completed 1985
- Meml HospitalResidency Hospital | Completed 1987
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Media & Publications
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Languages Spoken
- English
Memberships & Professional Affiliations
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Our family physician for over 24 years. Very caring and truly concerned about his patients.
He kept on my husband to have a colonoscopy, having his nurse call every so often, to the point we were thinking this was annoying. When my husband finally agreed to have a colonoscopy, they found stage 1...Read More
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2Roy Trail in Sturgis, MI – Jan 03, 2017
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Dr. Keaffaber is very knowledgeable and caring. He has helped me greatly with my battle with cancer, working closely with the IU Heath Care in Goshen. During my normal visits he is the one that discovered the cancer. It was after a routine colonoscopy the cancer was discovered. He was also the only...Read More
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11Sturgis,MI – Aug 12, 2016
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I have been his patient for 9 years. He knows medicine. He is efficient and ready to listen to your medical concerns. Always and small and a hand shake. I feel fortunate to have him as my doctor;
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11Eichhorn in Middlebury, IN – Feb 07, 2016