Summary

Dr. William Shaffer treats heart failure, alcohol use disorder, and cannabis use disorder, practicing internal medicine for 42 years. He speaks English and Spanish and is affiliated with Minneapolis Heart Institute and Mercy Hospital Unity Campus.

He completed his medical education and residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and sees patients in Bloomington and Fridley, Minnesota.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 42 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. William Thomas Shaffer has 2 locations

Allina Health Bloomington Clinic

7920 Old Cedar Ave SBloomington, MN 55425
Mon7:15 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:15 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:15 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:15 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:15 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mercy Hospital Unity Campus

550 Osborne Rd NeFridley, MN 55432

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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42 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin, Spanish
Bloomington , MNEdina , MNMinneapolis , MNDenver , CO
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: University of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Thomas Shaffer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Thomas Shaffer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Thomas Shaffer has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Angioedema
  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hives (Urticaria)
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

42 Years Experience

Dr. William Thomas Shaffer holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 1984.

NPI Number

Dr. Shaffer's NPI number is 1073548459.

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Dr. William Shaffer speaks English and Spanish.
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Where is Dr. William Shaffer's office located?
Dr. William Shaffer's office is located at 7920 Old Cedar Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55425.

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