Summary

Dr. Don Shaffer specializes in hematology, internal medicine, and oncology, bringing over four decades of medical expertise to cancer and blood disorder care. They earned their medical degree from the University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and completed residency training at the United States Army Medical Center. Dr. Shaffer is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Shaffer practices at Piedmont Mountainside Hospital and maintains locations throughout Georgia, including Marietta, Roswell, Jasper, Carrollton, Atlanta, and Johns Creek. They focus on treating conditions such as iron deficiency anemia, atherosclerosis, and breast cancer. Their clinical work includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differentials, and alkaline phosphatase tests. Patients rate Dr. Shaffer 3.7 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 44 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • United States Army Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 13 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Don W Shaffer II has 13 locations

Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers Wellstar

340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 200Marietta, GA 30060
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers Pc

2500 Hospital Blvd Ste 490Roswell, GA 30076
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers Wellstar

4500 Hospital Blvd Ste 300Roswell, GA 30076
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northwest Georgia Oncology Center PC

340 Kennestone Hosp Blvd # 200Marietta, GA 30060
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers Pc

1020 J L White Dr Ste 160Jasper, GA 30143
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers Pc

157 Clinic Ave Ste 101Carrollton, GA 30117
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northside Hospital Atlanta

1000 Johnson Ferry RdAtlanta, GA 30342

Piedmont Mountainside Hospital

1266 Highway 515 SJasper, GA 30143

Wellstar North Fulton Hospital

3000 Hospital BlvdRoswell, GA 30076

Emory Johns Creek Hospital

6325 Hospital PkwyJohns Creek, GA 30097

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital

677 Church St NeMarietta, GA 30060

Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers Pc

157 Clinic Ave Ste 202Carrollton, GA 30117
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers Marietta, GA

340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 100Marietta, GA 30060

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HematologyNephrologyPublic Health & General Preventive MedicinePublic Health & General Preventive Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.7 
44 Years of Experience 65 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Marietta , GAAtlanta , GAATLANTA , GAAtlanta , GA
Med School: University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine Med School: University College Dublin School Of Medicine And Medical Science Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Don W Shaffer II

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Don W Shaffer II has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Don W Shaffer II has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Cancerous Tumor
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Clinical Research
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Epidemiology
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Leukemia
  • Lung Cancer
  • Metastasis
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Miami Leonard M Miller School Of Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Shaffer II's NPI number is 1124023452.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Don Shaffer II's office located?
Dr. Don Shaffer II's office is located at 340 Kennestone Hospital Blvd Ste 200, Marietta, GA, 30060.
What languages does Dr. Don Shaffer II speak?
Dr. Don Shaffer II speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Don Shaffer II accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Don Shaffer II accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Don Shaffer II accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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