Dr. William Shaffer, MD | Boulder, CO | Neurology

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Dr. William Shaffer is a neurologist who has dedicated over two decades to helping patients with complex neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers and completed his residency training at both The University Hospital in Newark and the University of Chicago Hospital in Illinois. With 22 years of experience in neurology, Dr. Shaffer brings extensive expertise to his practice. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Shaffer practices at Associated Neurologists in Boulder, Colorado, and is affiliated with Poudre Valley Hospital. He specializes in treating multiple sclerosis, including both primary progressive and progressive relapsing forms of the condition. His approach includes coordinating physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain mobility and function. Dr. Shaffer also utilizes advanced imaging techniques such as MRI of the head to accurately diagnose and monitor neurological conditions. Patients have given him an …average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.4

39 Ratings
22 years of experience
20 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
The University Hospital, Newark
7 written reviews
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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Dr Shaffer is a great neurologist and understands all aspects os M.S. and can relate to what patients are going through and spends an appropriate amount of time with his patients. I would like to find where he is located now after leaving his previous location. I hope he is doing ok….

February 23rd, 2024

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He is a fantastic neurologist, I’m trying to locate him as I just found out he is no longer with the practice. I hope he is ok

January 31st, 2024

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Dr Shaffer is an excellent doctor who truly listens. He wants to know so he can help you achieve a much better quality of life. I’m trying to find Dr Shaffer and hoping he is okay.

January 31st, 2024

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He really understand what I am going through with my MS. Not only is he a great doctor but also one who can relate on a personal level because of his fight with MS as well. He takes the time to really listen to you, not like some other Drs who walk in spend 2 minutes with you then give you some pills and walk out.

March 6th, 2017

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Actually, I'm trying to re-find Dr. Shaffer bse he has changed companies and the old is not allowed to tell me where. Convenient for me bse going to the new town he's in will be a nicer drive!

February 28th, 2017

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Arrived at scheduled appointment time - was told that I needed to be there 15 minutes earlier, and that apt would have to be rescheduled - no flexibility or concern that I had come from Denver which is over 35 miles for this appointment. Was told that the schedule had to be followed - why did they not make my apt 15 minutes earlier if they wanted it to be earlier. Without patients, a Dr. would not have a job. If people are treated this way at the first appointment, it would indicate that there is no interest in the patient, or team plan that would be in place. I would not recommend, and I would not reschedule the appt. Rating for this Dr = 0.

May 29th, 2015

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He is an amazing Doctor/Person.....living with MS ...he sees things that no one else understands...

February 16th, 2015

Associated Neurologists

4801 Riverbend RdBoulder, CO 80301

Tel: (303) 415-8800


Dr. William Shaffer, MD	Dr. Laura Friedlander, MD	Scott Pearson, PA-C	Dr. Joshua Renkin, MD
Neurology	Neurology	Neurology	Neurology
Accepts New Patients
4.4 (39 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	4.5 (23 Ratings)
22 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience		27 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Boulder , CO	Lakewood , CO	Lakewood , CO	Westminster , CO
Med School: Rutgers	Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine		Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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The University Hospital, Newark

University of Chicago Hospital, Ill.

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RutgersGraduated in 2004

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