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Dr. Brian Shaffer, MD

Dr. Brian Shaffer, MD

Urology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Shaffer, MD is a urologist in Portland, OR and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shaffer has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center and Providence Portland Medical Center. He is not accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 257 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (257 reviews)

Practice

9135 SW Barnes Rd Ste 161 Portland, OR 97225
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shaffer specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Shaffer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaffer

4.9
257 ratings, 205 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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Very happy being a new patient
i fell confident my issues will be resolved.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 20, 2025
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Dr. Shaffer is very thorough and knowledgeable.
First appointment. Found Dr. Shaffer was prepared with my medical records. He was very knowledgeable and thoughtful.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 20, 2025
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Very good
Explained all aspects of my exam and procedure
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 20, 2025
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Dr Shaffer patient review
It has been a pleasure as a patient of Dr Shaffer. I totally respect and appreciate his professionalism throughout my treatment program!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Thomas Winslow – Mar 19, 2025
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Top guy
Very professional
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Paul 79 – Jan 30, 2025
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Dr. Shaffer was professional, yet compassionate.
My visit was efficient, educational and caring.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Clay – Jan 29, 2025
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Excellent visit. He is a distinguished clinician.
Telehealth
He is very thoughtful and knowledgeable
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tim Hanlon – Dec 06, 2024
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Excellent explanation of my biopsy results and recommended follow-up treatment and monitoring going forward.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bill Younce – Dec 05, 2024
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Excellent doctor who listens
Very knowledgeable but down-to-earth doctor who really listens and gives clear answers.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 05, 2024
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Outstanding
Very professional & high level of customer service. Good bedside manner.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tim H. – Oct 16, 2024
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He was so good at explaining everything
Dr Shaffer was so kind and yet up front about what needed to happen and why.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 27, 2024
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Dr. Brian Shaffer
Dr. Shaffer was very professional and yet easy going. He listened to my concerns and addressed them completely and throughly. I didn’t know what to expect, feeling a bit nervous but I quickly calmed down.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 16, 2024
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He’s awesome in so many ways!
He is a bottom line Doc on what is going on. Would love to have him be a tad more compassionate and a better listener during visits, but he is a great Dr and we do trust his expertise and he has helped my husband a lot!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
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Jun 22, 2024
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Excellent
Trustworthy
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 22, 2024
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Just the very best.
Friendly, compassionate, and thorough.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Ron Marquez – May 02, 2024
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The Best
Dr Schaffer is truly a gem. An expert surgeon and a wonderful human being. Can’t recommend him any higher.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Bob – Mar 13, 2024
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Annual PSA Appointment
Dr. Shaffer does an outstanding job walking through his reasoning for my individual condition. His process and next steps allows me to be apart of the direction for my condition, today and into the future.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 25, 2023
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Initial and follow up visit
My primary doctor referred me to Dr. Shaffer and I’ve had very good experiences on my initial visit and follow up visit, he explained everything thoroughly and clearly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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May 22, 2023
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I definitely would recommend Dr. Shaffer
I felt like I was treated as a individual person and not just a patient.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 27, 2023
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Good Results so far...
I had two office visits and one surgery in the past two months. First visit I had to wait 1.5 hours due to a scheduling conflict, staff was not friendly at all. When Dr. Shaffer reviewed my situation he did a very good job explaining my condition and surgery treatment. He has a no nonsense approach and moves through his work quickly. The surgery team was exceptional Dr. Shaffer met with me briefly before surgery and explained what he was going to do and what I could expect afterwards. My second follow up appointment after surgery I had to wait 25 minutes past my appointment time, staff again does there job, but not friendly. Dr. Shaffer checked me out told me what to expect for the next few months and I was done all in 5 minutes or less. Not much time to formulate questions, but overall the results are good.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Apr 13, 2023
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About Me

biography

Dr. Brian Shaffer, MD is a urologist in Portland, OR and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shaffer has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 1986. He is affiliated...read more
  • Urology

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  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Locations

Practice

East Pavilion Surgery Center9135 SW Barnes Rd Ste 161 Portland, OR 97225
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Practice

Providence St. Vincent Medical Center9205 SW Barnes Rd Portland, OR 97225
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Saint Vincent Medical Center

    9205 SW Barnes Rd
    Portland, OR 97225
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Providence Seaside Hospital

    725 S Wahanna Rd
    Seaside, OR 97138

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Providence Portland Medical Center

    4805 NE Glisan St
    Portland, OR 97213
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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