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39 Ratings with 7 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer is a surgeon who specializes in surgery and critical care medicine. She earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania, where she also completed her residency training. With 38 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Schaffer brings extensive expertise to her practice treating complex surgical and critical care cases.
Dr. Schaffer practices at several respected medical centers, including Inova Alexandria Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center, and HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital, with locations in Arlington, Virginia and Washington, DC. She provides expert care for patients with bowel obstructions, rib fractures, and shoulder blade fractures. Her surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopy procedures, providing emergency care, and administering therapeutic hypothermia treatments. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Schaffer practices at several respected medical centers, including Inova Alexandria Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center, and HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital, with locations in Arlington, Virginia and Washington, DC. She provides expert care for patients with bowel obstructions, rib fractures, and shoulder blade fractures. Her surgical expertise includes performing laparoscopy procedures, providing emergency care, and administering therapeutic hypothermia treatments. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- Medical College Of Pennsylvania
- 7 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 6 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer has 6 locationsGW Trauma Center - Virginia Hospital Center
1625 N. George Mason Drive Medical Zone A, Suite 375Arlington, VA 22205Vhc Health Physicians Colorectal Surgery Arlington
1851 N George Mason Dr Ste 4DArlington, VA 22207Mon8:00 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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| Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer, MD | Dr. Charles Bradie Toner, MD | Dr. Michael Svestka, MD, FACS | John Gabriel Kennedy |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Anesthesiology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | ||
| Arlington , VA | Springfield , VA | Fairfax , VA | Bethesda , MD |
| Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F Edward Hebert School Of Medicine | Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School | Med School: Nui Galway School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of Virginia and District Of Columbia.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2024.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Medical College Of Pennsylvania.
Medical School
Graduated from Medical College Of Pennsylvania in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Schinco Schaffer's NPI number is 1831164359.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer affiliated with?
- Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center, and Hca Florida Lake Monroe Hospital.
- Does Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer here on Vitals.
- Where is Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer's office located?
- Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer's office is located at 1625 N. George Mason Drive Medical Zone A, Suite 375, Arlington, VA, 22205.
- Does Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Miren Schinco Schaffer accepts on their Vitals profile.
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