Summary

Dr. Anita Shaffer is an internal medicine physician with over five decades of medical experience serving patients in the Seattle area. She earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed her residency training at the University of Washington Medical Center. With 51 years in practice, Dr. Shaffer brings extensive knowledge to the care of adult patients with a wide range of health concerns. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Shaffer practices at multiple Swedish Medical Center locations throughout Seattle, including the Cherry Hill Campus, First Hill Campus, and The Polyclinic Madison Center. She maintains hospital privileges at Multicare Tacoma General Hospital. Patients consistently rate their experience with Dr. Shaffer highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0. Her long-standing commitment to internal medicine reflects a dedication to comprehensive adult healthcare and building lasting relationships with her patients.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 51 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Washington Medical Center
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Anita Marie Shaffer has 3 locations

The Polyclinic Madison Center

904 7th AveSeattle, WA 98104
Mon6:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 7:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Sun12:45 pm - 1:00 pm

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Anita Marie Shaffer

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optum Health
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Anita Marie Shaffer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Anita Marie Shaffer has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Stroke
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Washington Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1975.

NPI Number

Dr. Shaffer's NPI number is 1851369045.

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What languages does Dr. Anita Shaffer speak?
Dr. Anita Shaffer speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Anita Shaffer's office located?
Dr. Anita Shaffer's office is located at 500 17th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98122.
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