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Summary
Dr. Shawn Safford is a surgeon specializing in both general surgery and obstetrics & gynecology. He earned his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency training at Duke University Hospital. With 29 years of medical experience, Dr. Safford brings extensive expertise to his surgical practice. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Safford practices at multiple locations across Pennsylvania, South Dakota, and Florida, with hospital affiliations including Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center and Saint Marys Medical Center. He treats patients with conditions such as scoliosis, 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, and parathyroid disease. His surgical expertise includes performing thoracoscopy, appendectomy, and laparoscopy procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Safford practices at multiple locations across Pennsylvania, South Dakota, and Florida, with hospital affiliations including Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center and Saint Marys Medical Center. He treats patients with conditions such as scoliosis, 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, and parathyroid disease. His surgical expertise includes performing thoracoscopy, appendectomy, and laparoscopy procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 29 years of experience
- speaks English
- Duke University Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 8 hospital affiliations
- 7 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Shawn David Safford has 7 locationsUpmc Childrens Specialty Services
3 Walnut St Ste 205Lemoyne, PA 17043 Tel: (717) 988-0090
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Avera Mckennan Hospital And University Health Center
1325 S Cliff AveSioux Falls, SD 57105 Tel: (605) 322-8000
Avera Medical Group Pediatric Specialists Sioux Falls
1417 S Cliff Ave Ste 10Sioux Falls, SD 57105 Tel: (605) 322-3666
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
Palm Beach Childrens Hospital At Saint Marys Medical Center
901 45th StWest Palm Beach, FL 33407 Tel: (561) 844-6300
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| Surgery | Critical Care Medicine | Nurse Practitioner | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 29 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Lemoyne , PA | Harrisburg , PA | Harrisburg , PA | Columbia , MD |
| Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania | Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Med School: Morehouse School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Shawn David Safford
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Shawn David Safford has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Shawn David Safford has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Dr. Shawn David Safford holds an active medical license in the states of Pennsylvania and South Dakota.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of South Dakota that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Duke University Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania in 1997.
NPI Number
Dr. Safford's NPI number is 1245227628.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Shawn Safford affiliated with?
- Dr. Shawn Safford is affiliated with Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center, Saint Marys Medical Center, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Avera Mckennan Hospital And University Health Center, Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital, Palm Beach Childrens Hospital At Saint Marys Medical Center, Avera Specialty Hospital, and Golisano Childrens Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Shawn Safford's office located?
- Dr. Shawn Safford's office is located at 3 Walnut St Ste 205, Lemoyne, PA, 17043.
- What languages does Dr. Shawn Safford speak?
- Dr. Shawn Safford speaks English.
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