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Dr. Joseph Shaeffer, MD

Family Medicine* Age 74
Dr. Joseph Shaeffer, MD
5.0 (8 Ratings)
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Dr. Joseph Shaeffer, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Doylestown, PA.
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Dr. Joseph Shaeffer, MD

Family Medicine* Age 74
Doylestown, PA
Accepting new patients
47 years of experience
Dr. Joseph Shaeffer, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Doylestown, PA.

About

Dr. Shaeffer graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Joseph Shaeffer, MD is a Family Medicine Physician in Doylestown, PA and has 47 years experience. Dr. Shaeffer currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Doylestown Hospital and Jefferson Abington Hospital. At present, Dr. Shaeffer received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Shaeffer's office accepts new patients. Dr. Shaeffer is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 Chalfont Family Practice
    65 E Butler Ave Ste 201, Doylestown, PA 18901

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Specialties*
Family Medicine
Geriatric Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Georgetown University School of Medicine
    1977
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Shadyside Hospital
    1978
Internship
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Joseph Shaeffer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shaeffer's profile.

Dr. Joseph Shaeffer, MD is affiliated with Doylestown Hospital and Jefferson Abington Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Joseph Shaeffer, MD holds board certification in Family Practice and Geriatric Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Doylestown Hospital

    595 W State St, Doylestown, PA

  • Jefferson Abington Hospital

    1200 Old York Rd, Abington, PA