Brian L Shaffer, M.D.

Specialties:: OB/GYN, Perinatology
Special Interests:: Perinatology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Maternity Care - Women's Health
Accepting Patients:: Yes
Languages:: English

Biography

Dr. Shaffer is a perinatologist, specializing in genetics, ultrasound, fetal diagnosics and fetal therapy. His research interests include perinatal birth outcomes, long term outcomes in children with a prenatally diagnosed anomaly, fetal diagnosis and fetal therapy. He enjoys working with patients, families, and his medical colleagues to navigate complex medical issues (maternal or fetal) to maximize outcomes.

"Every pregnancy and birth is precious from routine to the most medically complex. I strive to communicate effectively to maximize outcomes prenatally and during labor."

Professional Education

Degrees:
B.A., Columbia University, New York City, NY, USA, 1996
M.D., MCP Hahnemann SOM, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, USA, 2001
Residency:
University of California, San Francisco, 2005
Fellowship:
University of California, San Francisco, 2009