Dr. Melanie Christine Schaffer, MD

Dr. Melanie Schaffer is a family medicine physician who has been caring for patients for 14 years. She earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed her residency training at Lawrenceville Family Health Center. Her extensive experience in family medicine allows her to provide comprehensive care for patients of all ages, addressing a wide range of health concerns throughout different life stages.

Dr. Schaffer practices at multiple Swedish Medical Center locations, including the First Hill Campus, Cherry Hill Campus, and Ballard Campus in Seattle, Washington. She specializes in managing chronic conditions such as osteoarthritis and type 2 diabetes. Her surgical expertise includes hip replacement and hip resurfacing procedures, and she also performs diagnostic imaging services like extremity X-rays to help evaluate musculoskeletal concerns.