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Dr. Kathryn Shaffer, MD

Dr. Kathryn Shaffer, MD

Family Medicine*

Dr. Kathryn Shaffer, MD is a family medicine physician in Traverse City, MI. She is affiliated with Munson Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 4 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Munson Family Practice Center

1400 Medical Campus Dr Traverse City, MI 49684
Telehealth available

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Dr. Shaffer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaffer

4.0
4 ratings, 2 with a written review
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Pushy Provider
Completely changed my meds without talking about it with me AT ALL. When I called and requested that I stay on my current dose that has been fine tuned over YEARS she refused to even consider it. Didn’t take into account the unique situation that I have and basically kept talking over me when I was voicing my concerns. This has resulted not only in massive panic attacks because now I’m over a week without my mood-stabilizing (among other things) meds, but I have also been experiencing a surge in my depression as well. I got to find out she decided on this COMPLETE medication change behind my back when I was going to fill my prescription. I returned the prescription initially because I believed it was the wrong one. Deplorable and disrespectful conduct when on a phone call with her to discuss the change - and then she changed the medication AGAIN on the phone with me. Blamed the “miscommunication” on her staff. Truly the most disgusting experience I’ve EVER had in a healthcare setting.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Pushed-Around Patient – Mar 21, 2025
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One of the best doctors we have ever had, she has always taken a lot of time with us, explaining everything, in terms we can understand. Great friendly attitude too.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Ronald J Semak in Detroit MI – Dec 09, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Kathryn Shaffer, MD is a family medicine physician in Traverse City, MI. She is affiliated with Munson Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Family Medicine

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Locations

Munson Family Practice Center

Munson Family Practice Center1400 Medical Campus Dr Traverse City, MI 49684
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Munson Medical Center

    1105 Sixth St
    Traverse City, MI 49684
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

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

    4% higher than the national average

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