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Alan Edward Schaffer, MD

Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Pulmonary Disease, Sleep Medicine

Provider Ratings

4.8 out of 5 (161 ratings)

Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact

518-438-4496
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Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact
518-438-4496
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Obesity Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Sleep Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Pulmonary & Critical Care Services - Albany

5 Palisades Dr
Ste 100
Albany , NY 12205

View hours
Monday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday
8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday
8:30am - 4:30pm
518-438-4496 View Details

St. Peter's Sleep Center - Albany

One Pine West Plaza
Washington Ave Extension
Albany , NY 12205

St. Peter's Sleep Center - Albany
518-464-9999 View Details

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
Tulane University School of Medicine (1987)

Internship:
Worcester City Hospital (1988)

Residency:
UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus (1990)

Fellowship:
Albany Medical Center (1992)

Fellowship:
Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center (New York) (1994)

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine (2017)

American Board of Internal Medicine (2015)

Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine (2012)

American Board of Internal Medicine (2012)

Critical Care Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (1995)

Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (1992)

Provider Groups

Innovative Health Alliance of New York

SPHP Medical Associates

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.8 out of 5

(161 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

27 Reviews

01/15/2025

Dr. Shaffer is a very caring person

12/30/2024

Would recommend

12/26/2024

Excellent dr

12/24/2024

I was able to get a last minute scheduled appointment on Christmas Eve!

11/12/2024

Excellent. Professional. Took the time to listen and explain.

10/09/2024

Very pleased!!!!!

09/11/2024

The doctor needs to take more time with his medical explanations.

08/15/2024

Dr. Schaeffer treated me with respect. Sometimes it’s difficult to tell the physician everything so that they can resolve your issues. I did not have that problem with Dr. Schaefer. He was so kind and extremely knowledgeable.

08/07/2024

Very good

08/07/2024

Great Experience

08/06/2024

Great doctor.

07/25/2024

Given the fact that I had to return to the office with CPAP, the provider was gracious enough to fit me in to get the information needed

07/24/2024

Everything good.

05/23/2024

Very good

04/17/2024

In my opinion, the strength of the center has always been the staff that works in the equipment dept.

04/16/2024

He listens and answers

04/12/2024

Excellent care.

04/11/2024

Dr. Schaefer took time to explain things and listened to all my questions and concerns.

04/11/2024

Knowledgeable, courteous, and did not rush

04/09/2024

Active listener- refreshing attitude!

03/21/2024

Dr. Schaffer was top-notch.

03/20/2024

Dr. Schaffer listened to me, explained the possible solution to me, prescribed medication that works. Thank you Dr.. Schaffer

03/06/2024

Dr. Schaffer was great. Rarely do doctors spend that much quality time with patients. I did not feel rushed

03/05/2024

Excellent

03/01/2024

Willing to look beyond the scope of what was being provided to ensure I was achieving the results I need.

02/28/2024

liked that he mentioned he used the cpap machine too ,pleasant to talk with

02/22/2024

Explained everything
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