Dr. Andrew Wesley Shaffer, MD

Dr. Andrew Shaffer specializes in thoracic surgery and general surgery, bringing 18 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine & Health Sciences and completed his residency at the United States Army Medical Center. Dr. Shaffer is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shaffer practices at multiple locations throughout Minneapolis, including M Health Fairview facilities and University of Minnesota Physicians. He focuses on treating coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions, and myocardial ischemia. His surgical expertise includes performing coronary artery bypass grafts, minimally-invasive heart procedures, and off-pump bypass surgeries that offer patients advanced treatment options for complex cardiac conditions.