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Dr. James Shaffer, MD

Dr. James Shaffer, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Shaffer, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Melbourne, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shaffer has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea and Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with Cookeville Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

2120 Sarno Rd Melbourne, FL 32935

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Dr. Shaffer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaffer

3.8

19 ratings, 8 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Sep 16, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 16, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Thomas S. in Melbourne, FL – Sep 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amy in Melbourne – Feb 25, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Amy in Melbourne – Feb 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marlys Woelfel in Melbourne, FL – Apr 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara in Melbourne, FL – Apr 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Melbourne, Florida – Oct 12, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Shaffer, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Melbourne, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shaffer has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea and Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Ohio State...read more
  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Sleep Medicine

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Ohio State University Mc

    Fellowship Hospital
  • University Of Florida, Master Of Health Administration

    2005
  • Ohio State U/columbus Children's Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1996
  • Columbus Children's Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1996
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Critical Care Medicine
Internal Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
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  • The Use of Expandable Metal Stents to Facilitate Extubation in Patients with Large Airway Obstruction, 1998

  • Massive Hemoptysis as the Presenting Manifestation in a Child with Histoplasmosis, 1997

  • Outstanding Teaching Resident Award, The Ohio State University, Dept. of Pediatrics, 1996

  • Outstanding Student Award, University of Florida, 2005

  • Golden Eagle Humanitarian Award, Health First Inc., 2009

  • Ironman Florida 70.3 Finisher, 2012, 2010

  • Ironman New Zealand Finisher, 2011

  • Outstanding Physician Volunteer, H.O.P.E. Clinic, 2004

  • Healthcare Industry Specialty Award, SCCM, 2006

  • Outstanding Teaching Resident Award, The Ohio State University, Dept. of Internal Medicine, 1995

  • Outstanding Senior Resident Award, The Ohio State University, Dept. of Internal Medicine, 1996

  • Resident Teaching Award, The Ohio State University, College of Medicine Class of 1997, 1997

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Locations

Practice

Sarno Clinic2120 Sarno Rd Melbourne, FL 32935
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Practice

Office8725 N Wickham Rd Ste 302 Melbourne, FL 32940
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sun: 8:00am - 4:30pm
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Practice

Office8725 N Wickham Rd Ste 303 Melbourne, FL 32940
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Cookeville Regional Medical Center

    1 Medical Center Blvd
    Cookeville, TN 38501
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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