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Summary
Dr. Carol Schaffer is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 32 years of experience to patient care. She earned her medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry, establishing a strong foundation for her comprehensive approach to adult healthcare.
Dr. Schaffer practices at John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Walnut Creek Medical Center, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus, serving patients throughout Concord, Walnut Creek, and Oakland, California. Her clinical expertise includes managing type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, while also addressing high cholesterol in children and teens. She performs diagnostic imaging procedures such as chest X-rays and CT scans to help evaluate patient conditions. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Schaffer practices at John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Walnut Creek Medical Center, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus, serving patients throughout Concord, Walnut Creek, and Oakland, California. Her clinical expertise includes managing type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease, while also addressing high cholesterol in children and teens. She performs diagnostic imaging procedures such as chest X-rays and CT scans to help evaluate patient conditions. Patients consistently rate her care highly, with an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- 32 years of experience
- UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Carol Ruth Schaffer has 3 locationsAlta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus
350 Hawthorne AveOakland, CA 94609 Tel: (510) 655-4000
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 32 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience | 19 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Concord , CA | Vacaville , CA | Vacaville , CA | Fairfield , CA |
| Med School: UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY | Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine | Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine | Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Carol Ruth Schaffer
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Carol Ruth Schaffer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Carol Ruth Schaffer has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY
University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1994
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- Dr. Carol Schaffer is affiliated with John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Walnut Creek Medical Center, and Alta Bates Summit Medical Center Summit Campus.
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