Summary

Dr. Christopher Shafer is a medical doctor who specializes in family medicine and neurology, bringing two decades of comprehensive medical expertise to patient care. He completed his medical education at the University of Louisville School of Medicine and continued his training with a residency at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. With 24 years of experience treating patients across multiple medical disciplines, Dr. Shafer provides care in English.

Dr. Shafer practices at UofL Hospital in Louisville, Kentucky, where he focuses on treating complex neurological conditions. He specializes in caring for patients with epilepsy and addresses mental health concerns including mood disorders in children and anxiety disorders. His clinical expertise includes performing electroencephalograms to evaluate brain activity and coordinating MRI imaging for diagnostic purposes. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 24 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Louisville School Of Med
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

UofL Physicians – Neurology

401 E Chestnut St Unit 510Louisville, KY 40202
Mon8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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24 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu Speaks English
Louisville , KYLawrenceville , GAOrlando , FLBoca Raton , FL
Med School: University of Louisville School of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher R. Shafer

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher R. Shafer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher R. Shafer has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurology
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Louisville School Of Med

Medical School

University of Louisville School of MedicineGraduated in 2002

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Dr. Christopher R. Shafer speaks English.
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