
Dr. Virginia E Shafer M.D.
Family Practitioner
770 Broad Street East Earl PA, 17519About
Dr. Virginia Shafer is a family practitioner practicing in East Earl, PA. Dr. Shafer specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Shafer possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Temple University School of Medicine 1980
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- Obesity
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Bronchitis
- Vascular Disease
Dr. Virginia E Shafer M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 770 Broad Street
770 Broad Street -East Earl, PA 17519Get Direction
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- Dr. Peter A Hurtubise DO1535 HIGHLANDS DR STE 100 LITITZ PA 17543
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