Dr. David Shafer, MD
Dr. David Shafer, MD is a neurosurgeon in Grand Forks, ND and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2007. He is affiliated with medical facilities Altru Hospital and Lifecare Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
ALTRU HEALTH SYSTEM, Grand Forks, ND
1200 S Columbia Rd Grand Forks, ND 58201Make an Appointment
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| 4 Star | 7% | 7% |
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David Shafer, MD, MMS, FAANS, is a neurosurgeon at Altru Health System. Dr Shafer believes that patients are the experts on their own health and he uses this information to provide the right treatment to improve and relieve suffering. Outside of work, he enjoys running, hiking, bicycling and playing trombone.biography
David Shafer, MD, MMS, FAANS, is a neurosurgeon at Altru Health System. Dr. Shafer believes that patients are the experts on their own health and he uses this information to provide the right treatment to improve and relieve suffering. Outside of work, he enjoys running, hiking, bicycling and playing trombone.Neurosurgery
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Drexel University College Of Medicine
Medical School, 2007
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ALTRU HEALTH SYSTEM, Grand Forks, ND
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87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% lower than the national average
86%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well1% higher than the national average
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