Summary

Dr. Timothy Schaffner is a surgeon who specializes in helping patients with weight-related health challenges and digestive conditions. He earned his medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at Kaleida Health Buffalo General Medical Center. With 14 years of experience in surgery, Dr. Schaffner focuses on advanced surgical treatments for obesity and related conditions. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Schaffner practices at Bon Secours Surgical Specialists with locations in Suffolk, Newport News, and Virginia Beach, Virginia, and maintains an affiliation with Erie County Medical Center. He treats patients dealing with obesity, childhood obesity, and acid reflux disease. His surgical expertise includes performing sleeve gastrectomy and laparoscopic gastric bypass procedures to help patients achieve significant weight loss. He also conducts upper gastrointestinal imaging studies to evaluate digestive health. Patients rate Dr. Schaffner 5.0 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Kaleida Health Buffalo General Medical Center
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Timothy J Schaffner has 3 locations

Bon Secours Surgical Specialists

5838 Harbour View Blvd Ste 240Suffolk, VA 23435
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Bon Secours Surgical Specialists

12720 McManus Blvd Ste 305Newport News, VA 23602

Bon Secours Surgical Specialists

828 Healthy Way Ste 220BVirginia Beach, VA 23462

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Accepts New Patients
14 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 66 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Suffolk , VAVirginia Beach , VAYorktown , VANorfolk , VA
Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Timothy J Schaffner

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Humana - HMO
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • Optima Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Timothy J Schaffner has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Timothy J Schaffner has the following area of expertise

  • General Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

Timothy J Schaffner holds an active medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kaleida Health Buffalo General Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from West Virginia University School Of Medicine in 2012.

NPI Number

Timothy J Schaffner's NPI number is 1982962742.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Timothy Schaffner's office located?
Timothy Schaffner's office is located at 5838 Harbour View Blvd Ste 240, Suffolk, VA, 23435.
Does Timothy Schaffner accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Timothy Schaffner accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Timothy Schaffner?
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Which hospitals is Timothy Schaffner affiliated with?
Timothy Schaffner is affiliated with Erie County Medical Center.
Does Timothy Schaffner accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Timothy Schaffner has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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