Summary

Dr. Robert Shafer is an Internal Medicine physician who specializes in Infectious Disease. He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and brings 34 years of experience to his practice. His extensive background in both internal medicine and infectious diseases allows him to provide comprehensive care for complex medical conditions.

Dr. Shafer practices at Stanford Hospital in Stanford, California. He focuses on treating conditions such as COVID-19, Long COVID, and other coronavirus-related illnesses. His diagnostic expertise includes performing complete blood counts, white blood cell differential tests, and alkaline phosphatase testing to help identify and monitor various health conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • 34 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. Robert William Shafer

300 Pasteur DrStanford, CA 94305

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34 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish
Stanford , CAUpland , CADiamond Bar , CAScottsdale , AZ
Med School: NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert William Shafer

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Valley Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert William Shafer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert William Shafer has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Fever
  • Hepatitis C
  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV/AIDS)
  • Immunization
  • Infection
  • Infectious Disease
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from NEW YORK UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Shafer's NPI number is 1659494904.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Robert Shafer's office is located at 300 Pasteur Dr, Stanford, CA, 94305.
Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Shafer affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Shafer is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.
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