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Dr. David Shaffer, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 72
Dr. David Shaffer, MD
4.7 (13 Ratings)
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Dr. David Shaffer, MD is a Medical Oncologist in Albany, NY.
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Dr. David Shaffer, MD

Medical Oncology* Age 72
Albany, NY
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. David Shaffer, MD is a Medical Oncologist in Albany, NY.

About

Dr. Shaffer graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. David Shaffer, MD is a Medical Oncologist in Albany, NY and has 31 years experience. Dr. Shaffer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital. Dr. Shaffer has experience treating conditions like Retroperitoneum Cancer and Kidney Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shaffer received an average rating of 4.7/5 from patients and has been reviewed 13 times. Dr. Shaffer's office accepts new patients. Dr. Shaffer is board certified in Medical Oncology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Retroperitoneum Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Urinary Tract Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Kidney Cancer
Urinary Tract Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anemia
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Basal Cell Carcinoma
Bladder Cancer
Bone Cancer
Brain Cancer
Breast Cancer
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Melanoma
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Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Oral Cancer
Osteosarcoma
Ovarian Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Peritoneal Cancer
Prostate Cancer
Skin Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Acute Leukemia
Acute Lymphoid Leukemia
Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia Type 3
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Adrenal Gland Cancer
All Lymphoma
Anal Disorders
Astrocytoma
Autoimmune Diseases
Benign Lung Neoplasms
Biliary Tract Cancer
Bleeding Disorders
Blood Disorders
Bone Disorders
Brain and Nervous System Cancer (incl. Gliomas, Astrocytoma, Schwannoma, Medulloblastoma, Chordoma)
Brain Disorders
Breast Carcinoma
Breast Diseases
Breast Lump
Cancer
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Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Carcinoid Syndrome
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Cervical Cancer
Chordoma
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Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
Coagulation Disorders
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Duodenal Cancer
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Ewing's Sarcoma
Eye Cancer
Fallopian Tube Cancer
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 1
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Graft vs Host Disease
Gum Cancer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemophilia
Hodgkin's Disease
Hypercoagulable State
Illeum Cancer
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Jejunum Cancer
Kaposi's Sarcoma
Laryngeal Cancer
Larynx Conditions
Leukocytosis
Lip Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lymphoma
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Lymphoma, Large-Cell
Lymphosarcoma
Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
Male Breast Cancer
Male Breast Carcinoma
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Heart Tumors
Malignant Mediastinal Tumor
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Malignant Pleura Secondary
Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Marginal Zone Lymphoma
Mediastinal Tumors
Medulloblastoma
Meningiomas
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Multiple Myeloma
Mycosis Fungoides
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Myeloma
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Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Neutropenia
Nodular Lymphoma
Nodular Sclerosis Hodgkins Lymphoma
Nose Cancer
Pancytopenia
Penile Cancer
Pheochromocytoma
Pineal Region Tumors
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Polycythemia Rubra Vera
Pregnancy-Related Disorders
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Primary Hypercoagulable State
Pulmonary Disease
Purpura
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Reticulosarcoma
Salivary Gland Cancer
Schwannoma
Secondary Malignancies
Sickle Cell Disease
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Thrombocytosis
Thymomas
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Tonsil Cancer
Tuberous Sclerosis
Urethra Cancer
Urinary Disorders
Uterine Cancer
Uterine Diseases
Vascular Disease
Vertebral Column Tumors
Vulvar Cancer
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Cancer Screening
Oral Cancer Screening
Plasmapheresis
Skin Screenings
Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Thoracentesis

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Locations

  1. 1 Albany Medical College
    400 Patroon Creek Blvd Ste 210, Albany, NY 12206
  2. 2 New York Cancer Care Pharmacy
    1700 Riverfront Ctr, Amsterdam, NY 12010
  3. 3 Office
    43 New Scotland Ave Ste 7, Albany, NY 12208
  4. 4 AMC Clifton Park Crossings BLVD
    3 Crossing Blvd, Clifton Park, NY 12065

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaffer
4.7
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Feb 10, 2018
Dr. Shaffer is great!! Highly recommend him to anyone going through cancer and treatment. Very compassionate and caring. When he says he will call you, he does call you. I am so thankful that we found him. Takes the time with us and answers any and all questions. His staff is friendly and gives 100%. Not enough space to give due justice to Dr. Shaffer and his staff.
Kathy Hathway in Lake Luzerne, NY — Feb 10, 2018
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Specialties*
Medical Oncology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of North Carolina School of Medicine
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Medical Oncology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Barnes - Jewish Hospital
    1996
Internship

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Memorial Sloan-Kettering Medical Center
    2002
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. David Shaffer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shaffer's profile.

Dr. Shaffer frequently treats the following conditions: Retroperitoneum Cancer and Kidney Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. David Shaffer, MD is affiliated with Albany Medical Center Hospital.

Yes, Dr. David Shaffer, MD holds board certification in Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Albany Medical Center Hospital

    43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY