Dr. Virginia Shaffer, MD
Colorectal Surgery•Female•Age 44
Dr. Virginia Shaffer, MD is a Colorectal Surgery Specialist in Atlanta, GA. She is affiliated with Emory University Hospital. She is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Shaffer to book an appointment.
Emory University Hosp Genrl Sgy
1365 Clifton Rd Ne Bldg A Fl 4 Atlanta, GA 30322Compare Providers
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At a Glance
- Explains Conditions Well
- Practices at Top Hospital
- Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Shaffer's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Shaffer treats Anal or Rectal Pain more than 97% of her peers
Dr. Shaffer treats this condition more than 97% of her peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Shaffer performs Sphincterotomy more than 87% of her peers
Dr. Shaffer performs this procedure more than 87% of her peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Shaffer treats Anal Fistula more than 83% of her peers
Dr. Shaffer treats this condition more than 83% of her peers
Dr. Shaffer's conditions and procedures:
- Abdominal Pain
- Abdominoplasty
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Anal and Rectal Cancer
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Fistula
- Anal or Rectal Pain
- Anorectal Abscess
- Anoscopy
- Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
- Bladder Surgery
- Bone Cancer
- Cholecystitis and Gallstones
- Colectomy
- Colectomy and Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Cystectomy
- Destruction of Anal Tumor
- Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
- Empyema
- Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
- Esophageal Fistula
- Esophageal Varices
- Excision of Rectal Tumor
- Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
- Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy, Anal
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy With Robotic Assistance
- Gallbladder Removal
- Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
- Gallstones
- Gastric Ulcer
- Gynecologic Cancer
- Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
- Hemorrhoids
- Hernia Repair
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hidradenitis
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Ileus
- Incisional Hernia
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Abscess
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
- Laparoscopic Abdominoperineal Resection of the Rectum With Robotic Assistance
- Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary With Robotic Assistance
- Lipomas
- Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
- Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Osteosarcoma
- Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
- Partial Lung Collapse
- Pelvic Abscess
- Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
- Pleural Effusion
- Port Placements or Replacements
- Proctectomy, Open or Laparoscopic (incl. Swenson and Duhamel Procedures)
- Rectovaginal Fistula
- Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
- Renal Transplant and Nephrectomy
- Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
- Rib Fracture
- Secondary Malignancies
- Skin Grafts
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Sphincterotomy
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
- Stomach Cancer
- Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Umbilical Hernia
- Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
- Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
- Varicose Veins
- Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
- Ventral Hernia
- Wound Repair
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Dr. Shaffer accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Ambetter
- Superior Health Plan
- Anthem
- Blue Choice PPO, EPO-GA
- Blue Choice-GA HMO-POS
- Blue Essential Open Access-GA HMO
- Blue Essential Open Access-GA POS
- Blue Essential-GA PPO
- Blue HRA Blue Choice-GA PPO
- Blue HRA Blue Open Access-GA POS
- Blue HSA Blue Choice-GA PPO
- Blue HSA Blue Open Access-GA POS
- Blue Open Access (Select Network)-GA POS
- Blue Open Access (Small Grp)-GA POS
- Blue Open Access-GA HMO
- BlueChoice Healthcare Plan-GA
- BlueChoice-GA HMO
- BlueChoice-GA POS
- BlueChoice-GA PPO
- Healthy Support Open Access-GA POS
- Healthy Support-GA PPO
- National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Pathway X (on Exchange)-GA HMO
- Pathway X Guided Access-GA
- Pathway X Guided Access-GA HMO
- State Health Network - SHBP-GA
- Traditional / Indemnity-GA
- Traditional Health Plan-GA
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia
- Blue Choice HMO
- Blue Choice Option POS
- Blue Open Access POS
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Open Access Plus
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Preferred PPO
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
Dr. Shaffer's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaffer
4.0
Based on 4 ratings
| 5 Stars | 75% | (3) |
| 4 Stars | 0% | (0) |
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| 1 Star | 25% | (1) |
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- Explained conditions well (3)
- Difficult to schedule appointment (1)
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How was your experience with Dr. Shaffer?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. Shaffer to family and friends is 4 out of 5
About Me
Biography
Specialties
- Colorectal Surgery
Board Certifications
- Colon & Rectal Surgery
- General Surgery
Education
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dr. Virginia Shaffer, MD accepting new patients?
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What are Dr. Virginia Shaffer, MD's top areas of care?
Dr. Shaffer frequently treats Anal or Rectal Pain, Sphincterotomy, and Anal Fistula. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Shaffer treats.
Where is Dr. Virginia Shaffer, MD's office located?
Dr. Shaffer's office is located at 1365 Clifton Rd Ne Bldg A Fl 4, Atlanta, GA 30322. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
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Dr. Shaffer has not yet indicated whether they offer telehealth services. Please contact the office to check for availability/eligibility.
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Emory University Hosp Genrl Sgy
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