Virginia Shaffer, MD

2024 Senior Faculty Scholars

Board-certified surgeon, Virginia Shaffer, MD, specializes in colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Shaffer is an expert is treating colorectal cancer, complex anorectal disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis and more. She is highly trained and experienced in performing minimally invasive, laparoscopic and robotic colon surgery, allowing her to provide customized care that best addresses each individual’s needs.

Dr. Shaffer understands how personal colorectal diagnoses are, so she takes a compassionate and patient-centered approach to care, working closely with each patient to develop their tailored treatment plan. Whether she is recommending common procedures or complex surgical techniques, Dr. Shaffer is dedicated to delivering the highest quality care to all her patients.

Along with her commitment to her clinical practice, Dr. Shaffer is also passionate about using research to look for ways to improve both the quality of care and patient experience. Her work has been published in a wide range of highly respected, peer-reviewed journals, such as Clinics in Colon and Rectal Surgery, Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery, American Journal of Surgery and more.