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Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 70
Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD
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Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.
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Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD

Geriatric Medicine* Age 70
Pittsburgh, PA
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45 years of experience
Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Pittsburgh, PA.

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Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Physician in Pittsburgh, PA and has 45 years experience. They graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret. At present, Dr. Schaffer received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 4 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Schaffer is board certified in Family Practice and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Secondary Renovascular Hypertension
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Pharyngitis
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Joint Pain
Shortness of Breath
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Abdominal Pain
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Adult Failure to Thrive
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Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
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Arthritis
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Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Bladder Infection
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Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cellulitis
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Chlamydia Infections
Chronic Pain
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Cold Sore
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
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Dehydration
Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dyslipidemia
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Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
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Esophagitis
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
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Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Knee Sprain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Pain
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Low Back Pain
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Weakness
Nail Infection
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Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
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Onychomycosis
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Ringworm
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Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Sciatica
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Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Throat Pain
Tonsillitis
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary Stones
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Geriatric Assessment
Immunization Administration
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Vaccination
Wellness Examination

Insurance Accepted

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  • APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Premier Care Network APCN Choice (OAMC) POS II
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    myBlue Access EPO
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    Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
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  • Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
    Navigate HMO
    Navigate POS
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    Options PPO
  • Parnter Network Plans HMO
    Premium Network Plans - PPO and EPO Plans
    Premium Network Plans PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Renaisance Family Practice Inc
    619 Mount Royal Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15223
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 487-4422
  2. 2 Office
    200 Delafield Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 782-2101
  3. 3 UPMC Bloomfield/Garfield Family Health Center
    5475 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (412) 361-7562

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Mar 06, 2019
Dr. Schaffer listens to what I have to say and let's me be part of the outcome of my treatment.
Lee in Pgh, PA — Mar 06, 2019
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Specialties*
Geriatric Medicine
Sports Medicine
Family Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    1979
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Family Practice, Geriatric Medicine and Sports Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Schaffer's profile.

Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD is affiliated with UPMC St. Margaret.

Yes, Dr. Ted Schaffer, MD holds board certification in Family Practice, Geriatric Medicine and Sports Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UPMC St. Margaret

    815 Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA