Summary

Dr. Charles Schaffer is an ophthalmologist with additional training in internal medicine who has been caring for patients for over four decades. He earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed his residency at Medical College of Virginia Hospital. With 42 years of clinical experience, Dr. Schaffer brings extensive expertise to eye care and general medical practice. He provides care in English.

Dr. Schaffer practices at multiple locations throughout Sun City West, Sun City, and Phoenix, Arizona, with hospital affiliations at Banner Del E Webb Medical Center. He specializes in treating cataracts and glaucoma, including open-angle glaucoma. His procedural expertise includes cataract surgery, optical coherence tomography, and retinal imaging. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 42 years of experience
  • 44 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical College Of Virginia Hospital
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr Charles Louis Schaffer has 8 locations

Southwestern Eye Center - Sun City West

13624 W Camino del SolSun City West, AZ 85375

Southwestern Eye Center - Sun City West

13624 W Camino del Sol Ste 200Sun City West, AZ 85375

Southwestern Eye Center - Sun City

10615 W Thunderbird Blvd Ste 100Sun City, AZ 85351

Southwestern Eye Center - Anthem

41810 N Venture Dr Ste EPhoenix, AZ 85086

Spectra Eye Institute

9849 W Thunderbird BlvdSun City, AZ 85351
Mon8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 7:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Banner Boswell Medical Center

10401 W Thunderbird BlvdSun City, AZ 85351

Banner Del E Webb Medical Center

14502 W Meeker BlvdSun City West, AZ 85375

Banner Thunderbird Medical Center

5555 W Thunderbird RdGlendale, AZ 85306

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4.3 
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42 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Sun City West , AZPhoenix , AZPhoenix , AZPhoenix , AZ
Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: University Of Missouri-Kansas City School Of Medicine Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Charles Louis Schaffer

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Banner Health
  • Banner Health - HMO
  • Banner Health - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Davis Vision
  • Devoted Health
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - EPO
  • Humana - PPO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MVP Health Care
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr Charles Louis Schaffer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr Charles Louis Schaffer has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lens Implants (Intraocular Lens Implantation)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr Charles Louis Schaffer holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Arizona that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medical College Of Virginia Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Albany Medical College in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr Schaffer's NPI number is 1962435818.

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Which hospitals is Dr Charles Schaffer affiliated with?
Dr Charles Schaffer is affiliated with Banner Del E Webb Medical Center.
Where is Dr Charles Schaffer's office located?
Dr Charles Schaffer's office is located at 13624 W Camino del Sol, Sun City West, AZ, 85375.
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