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 knowledge to her practice caring for patients with complex surgical and critical care needs.

Dr. Schaffer practices at multiple locations including Arlington and Washington, DC, with hospital affiliations at Inova Alexandria Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center, and HCA Florida Lake Monroe Hospital. She focuses on treating serious conditions such as closed head injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and subdural hematomas. Her expertise includes performing CT scans and conducting essential blood tests like complete blood counts and creatinine clearance tests. Patients have given Dr. Schaffer an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in her care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 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

Office Locations

Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer has 6 locations

GW Trauma Center - Virginia Hospital Center

1625 N. George Mason Drive Medical Zone A, Suite 375Arlington, VA 22205

The Gw Medical Faculty Associates

2150 Pennsylvania Ave NwWashington, DC 20037

Virginia Hospital Center – Trauma Center

1701 N George Mason DrArlington, VA 22205

Inova Alexandria Hospital

4320 Seminary RdAlexandria, VA 22304

Vhc Health Physicians Colorectal Surgery Arlington

1851 N George Mason Dr Ste 4DArlington, VA 22207
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

Virginia Hospital Center

1701 N George Mason DrArlington, VA 22205

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Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer, MDDr. Michael Svestka, MD, FACSDr. Anthony F SuffrediniDr. Erin Lisa Springer
SurgerySurgeryCritical Care MedicineAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
38 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 47 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Arlington , VAFairfax , VABethesda , MDSilver Spring , MD
Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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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

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Surgical Critical Care (surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of District Of Columbia and Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of District Of Columbia that expired in 2024 and an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

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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Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer's office is located at 1625 N. George Mason Drive Medical Zone A, Suite 375, Arlington, VA, 22205.
Which hospitals is Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer affiliated with?
Dr. Miren Ava Schinco Schaffer is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Virginia Hospital Center, and Hca Florida Lake Monroe Hospital.
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