Chad Shaffer, MD

Medical Writer and Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board

Chad Shaffer, MD, earned his medical doctorate from Penn State University and completed a combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics. He has provided full-service primary care to all ages for over 15 years, building a practice from start up to over 3,000 patients. His passion is educating patients on their health and treatment, so they can make well-informed decisions.

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Rx inhaler: What can I take instead of Incruse Ellipta?

Incruse Ellipta alternatives: What can I take instead of Incruse...

Incruse Ellipta doesn't work for everyone. Spiriva Respimat, Anoro Ellipta, Trelegy Ellipta, Breo Ellipta, and Theophylline ER are some Incruse Ellipta alternatives. Get the full list here.

Rx pill bottles: What can I take instead of Daliresp?

What can I take instead of Daliresp?

Daliresp doesn't work for everyone. Incruse Ellipta, Anoro Ellipta, Trelegy Ellipta, Symbicort, and Theophylline ER are some Daliresp alternatives. Get the full list here.

Prescription pad with pill bottle: How does Eliquis work for AFib?

How does Eliquis work for AFib?

Eliquis is a blood thinner that can be used to significantly reduce the risk of stroke for patients with AFib

set of dumbbells and water bottle - Does working out increase testosterone

Health Education

Does exercise increase testosterone?

Exercise could be one way to return to healthy testosterone levels, but here’s what you should know before starting a new workout plan.

Beer after workout

Health Education

Is it okay to drink post-workout?

A beer or a mimosa may sound enticing, but they’re less-than-ideal recovery drinks

Scoop of preworkout powder - dry scooping

Is dry scooping safe?

Consuming pre-workout powders without water may provide a burst of energy—but at a high cost

Child flexing his bicep - muscle building diet

What to eat to build muscle

Yes, protein is important, but that’s not the only thing you should incorporate into your diet. This is what you should be eating

Three generations of men - Men's health issues

Health Education

7 men’s health issues

As you get older, it’s likely you’ll experience one of these conditions. Here’s how you can prepare.

Antibacterial cream and antibiotics - what is pus

Health Education

Pus 101

When this thick fluid shows up, it’s time to address an infection—in these ways

A doctor looks at a bone density test

Health Education

Bone density testing 101

Tracking this number can help you protect weakening bones as you age

Tablet vs capsule: What can I take instead of lisinopril?

What can I take instead of lisinopril?

Lisinopril doesn't work for everyone. Lotensin, Diovan, hydrochlorothiazide, Norvasc, and Toprol XL are some lisinopril alternatives. Get the full list here.

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