Summary

Dr. Darren Shafer is a family medicine physician with additional training in emergency medicine who has been caring for patients for 26 years. He earned his doctoral degree from Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific. Dr. Shafer is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve diverse communities throughout New Mexico.

Dr. Shafer practices at Presbyterian Hospital and Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His dual expertise allows him to treat a wide range of conditions including chest wall pain, abdominal pain, and flank pain. He provides comprehensive emergency care and performs various diagnostic procedures such as bacterial vaginosis testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shafer highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 26 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Darren Michael Shafer has 2 locations

Presbyterian Hospital

1100 Central Ave SeAlbuquerque, NM 87106
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital

8300 Constitution Ave NeAlbuquerque, NM 87110

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Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.8 
26 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Albuquerque , NMHouston , TXAlbuquerque , NMAlbuquerque , NM
Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Darren Michael Shafer

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Darren Michael Shafer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Darren Michael Shafer has the following area of expertise

  • Emergency Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

Dr. Darren Michael Shafer holds an active medical license in the state of New Mexico.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of New Mexico that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 2000.

NPI Number

Dr. Shafer's NPI number is 1003901265.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Darren Michael Shafer accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Darren Michael Shafer affiliated with?
Dr. Darren Michael Shafer is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Darren Michael Shafer speak?
Dr. Darren Michael Shafer speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Darren Michael Shafer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Darren Michael Shafer accepts on their Vitals profile.

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