Dr. Charles W Shafer M.D.
Family Practitioner
1115 E 20th St Sioux Falls SD, 57105About
Dr. Charles Shafer is a family practitioner practicing in Sioux Falls, SD. 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
Univ of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne 1986
University of Nebraska College of Medicine 1986
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Diabetes
- Heart Disease
- Back Pain
- Pneumonia
- Hives
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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