Dr. Richard S Schaffer M.D.
Family Practitioner
710 Johnnie Dodds Blvd Suite 315 Mount Pleasant SC, 29464About
Dr. Richard Schaffer is a family practitioner practicing in Mount Pleasant, SC. Dr. Schaffer 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. Schaffer 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.
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Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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