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Summary
Dr. Richard Schaffer is a family medicine physician who also specializes in emergency medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency at Bethany Medical Center. With 56 years of practice, Dr. Schaffer brings extensive experience to patient care through his dual expertise in both primary care and urgent medical situations.
Dr. Schaffer is affiliated with Clara Barton Hospital and practices in Lawrence, Kansas. His background in family medicine allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages, while his emergency medicine training equips him to handle acute medical conditions. The combination of these specialties enables him to deliver both routine preventive care and immediate medical attention when patients need it most.
Dr. Schaffer is affiliated with Clara Barton Hospital and practices in Lawrence, Kansas. His background in family medicine allows him to provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages, while his emergency medicine training equips him to handle acute medical conditions. The combination of these specialties enables him to deliver both routine preventive care and immediate medical attention when patients need it most.
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Quick Facts
- 56 years of experience
- Bethany Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 56 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, German, Portuguese | ||
| Lawrence , KS | Boca Raton , FL | Orlando , FL | Sheridan , WY |
| Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | |||
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Allen Schaffer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Allen Schaffer has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
56 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Kansas, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Bethany Medical Center
Medical School
University Of Kansas School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1970
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Schaffer affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Schaffer is affiliated with Clara Barton Hospital.
- Does Dr. Richard Schaffer accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Schaffer accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Schaffer?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Richard Schaffer here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Richard Schaffer's office located?
- Dr. Richard Schaffer's office is located at Student Af The Univ Of Kansa, Lawrence, KS, 66045.
- Does Dr. Richard Schaffer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Richard Schaffer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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