Summary

Dr. Bilal Shafi is a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon with 23 years of experience treating complex heart and chest conditions. They graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University and have developed expertise in both cardiovascular surgery and thoracic surgery throughout their career. Dr. Shafi is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, allowing them to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Shafi practices at multiple respected facilities including Dominican Hospital, Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula, and Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center of Santa Cruz, with their primary location in Santa Cruz, California. They specialize in treating coronary artery disease and myocardial ischemia, with particular experience caring for women with heart disease. Their surgical expertise includes coronary artery bypass graft procedures, minimally-invasive heart surgery, and off-pump bypass surgery techniques. Patients have given Dr. Shafi an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 23 years of experience
  • 50 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Italian, Spanish
  • Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Location

Santa Cruz Cardiothoracic Surgery & Infectious Disease

1667 Dominican Way Ste 230Santa Cruz, CA 95065
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

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Santa Cruz , CASan Jose , CASan Jose , CAStanford , CA
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Bilal M. Shafi

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • CareMore
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr Bilal M. Shafi has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr Bilal M. Shafi has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Dr Bilal M. Shafi holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University in 2003.

NPI Number

Dr Shafi's NPI number is 1306923123.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr Bilal Shafi's office located?
Dr Bilal Shafi's office is located at 1667 Dominican Way Ste 230, Santa Cruz, CA, 95065.
What languages does Dr Bilal Shafi speak?
Dr Bilal Shafi speaks English, Italian, and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr Bilal Shafi affiliated with?
Dr Bilal Shafi is affiliated with Dominican Hospital, Community Hospital Of The Monterey Peninsula, and Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz.
Does Dr Bilal Shafi accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Bilal Shafi accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr Bilal Shafi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Bilal Shafi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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