Summary

Dr. Dorothy Shaffer is an internal medicine physician with 33 years of experience caring for patients in Cincinnati. She earned her medical degree from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her residency at MetroHealth System. Dr. Shaffer speaks English and brings more than three decades of clinical expertise to her practice.

Dr. Shaffer is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital and practices at multiple locations throughout Cincinnati, Ohio. She has particular expertise in breast cancer care, including treating metastatic or recurrent cases and Paget disease of the breast. Her clinical skills include performing scintimammography and breast cancer screening procedures, along with conducting comprehensive blood tests. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 33 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Metrohealth System
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Dorothy Peirce Shaffer has 4 locations

Full Spectrum Health Center

3836 Reading RdCincinnati, OH 45229
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
WedClosed
Thu10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

The Christ Hospital

2139 Auburn AveCincinnati, OH 45219

Select Specialty Hospital Cincinnati

2139 Auburn Ave Fl 3Cincinnati, OH 45219

University Of Cincinnati Medical Center

3188 Bellevue AveCincinnati, OH 45219

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Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Ain Shams University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Dorothy Peirce Shaffer

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Empire Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medical Mutual - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • OSU Health Plan
  • OSU Health Plan - PPO
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • PreferredOne
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Dr. Dorothy Peirce Shaffer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Dorothy Peirce Shaffer has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Acupuncture
  • Check-up
  • Chelation Therapy
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Dr. Dorothy Peirce Shaffer holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Metrohealth System.

Medical School

Graduated from Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Shaffer's NPI number is 1467444976.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Dorothy Shaffer's office located?
Dr. Dorothy Shaffer's office is located at 3836 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH, 45229.
Does Dr. Dorothy Shaffer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Dorothy Shaffer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Dorothy Shaffer accepting new patients?
Dr. Dorothy Shaffer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Dorothy Shaffer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. Dorothy Shaffer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Dorothy Shaffer accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Dorothy Shaffer speak?
Dr. Dorothy Shaffer speaks English.

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