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 training at Elmhurst Hospital Center. Dr. Shaffer speaks English, French, and Spanish, allowing him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Shaffer practices at Long Island Jewish Medical Center in New Hyde Park, New York. He specializes in managing lipid disorders and high cholesterol, including cases involving children and teenagers. His practice also includes providing preventive care through adult immunizations and flu vaccines. Patients rate him 4.0 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 50 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, French, Spanish
  • 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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Speaks English, French, Spanish Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English, Arabic Speaks English
New Hyde Park , NYBranchburg , NJAstoria , NYBrooklyn , NY
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica Med School: Forest Hills Med School: ANDIZHAN STATE MEDICAL INSTITUTE
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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

Dr. Mark Steven Shaffer holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Elmhurst Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Shaffer's NPI number is 1295836674.

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Dr. Mark Shaffer's office is located at 27005 76th Ave, New Hyde Park, NY, 11040.
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