Summary

Dr. Richard Schaffer specializes in family medicine and emergency medicine, bringing comprehensive care to patients across multiple healthcare settings. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Bethany Medical Center. With 56 years of medical experience, Dr. Schaffer has developed extensive expertise in treating patients of all ages, from routine family care to urgent medical situations.

Dr. Schaffer practices in Lawrence, Kansas, and maintains an affiliation with Clara Barton Hospital. His dual specialization allows him to provide both preventive family healthcare and critical emergency interventions. Whether addressing ongoing health concerns or managing acute medical needs, he offers patients experienced clinical judgment developed over more than five decades of practice.

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Quick Facts

  • 56 years of experience
  • Bethany Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Richard Allen Schaffer

Student Af The Univ Of KansaLawrence, KS 66045

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Allen Schaffer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Allen Schaffer has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

56 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kansas, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Bethany Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Kansas School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1970

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Dr. Richard Schaffer's office is located at Student Af The Univ Of Kansa, Lawrence, KS, 66045.
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