Summary

Dr. Mark Shaffer is an internal medicine physician with five decades of experience caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency at Elmhurst Hospital Center. Dr. Shaffer speaks Spanish, French, and English, allowing him to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Shaffer practices at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, NY. He specializes in managing cholesterol problems, including high cholesterol in children and teens, and familial lipid disorders. His practice includes routine blood work and preventive care such as flu vaccinations. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 50 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, French, English
  • Elmhurst Hospital Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Long Island Jewish Medical Center

27005 76th AveNew Hyde Park, NY 11040

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50 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, French, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
New Hyde Park , NYNew York , NYBronx , NYNew York , NY
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Chicago Medical School At Rosalind Franklin University-Medicine & Sciences Med School: Rutgers Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Mark Steven Shaffer

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Mark Steven Shaffer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Mark Steven Shaffer has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Elmhurst Hospital Center

Medical School

Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1976

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Where is Dr. Mark Shaffer's office located?
Dr. Mark Shaffer's office is located at 27005 76th Ave, New Hyde Park, NY, 11040.
What languages does Dr. Mark Shaffer speak?
Dr. Mark Shaffer speaks Spanish, French, and English.
Does Dr. Mark Shaffer accept my insurance?
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