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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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Two people represent coronavirus men vs. women
News

Is COVID-19 worse for men?

There are gendered differences in deaths and severity of coronavirus
A man with a question mark represents a male physical exam
Health Education

Why a yearly checkup is so important for men

Here’s what to expect at your next physical exam, which is essential to your health
Signs of depression in men
Health Education

Unexpected signs of depression in men

It’s not just sadness. These emotions can also indicate a mental health problem for men.
How is Humira used?
Drug Info

What is Humira and what is it used for?

What is Humira? | Uses | How it works | Dosages |…
A hamburger is one of the best foods for anemia
Wellness

The 9 best foods for anemia

These 9 iron-rich items can help with deficiencies
spoonful of vitamins- multivitamin for men
Wellness

Best vitamins for men

Make sure they contain these 13 essential vitamins and minerals
A beach blanket with tissues - can you get the flu in the summer
Health Education

Is it a summer flu?

These 9 warm-weather viruses could be mistaken for summer flu
What causes night sweats (Picture of eye mask and fan)
Health Education

10 causes of night sweats

True night sweats go beyond a hot bedroom or heavy sleepwear
Is it coronavirus, a cold, or the flu?
News

COVID vs. the flu vs. a cold

Here’s how you spot the differences between the three viruses—and how to treat each
A heart balloon — signs of heart problems
Health Education

15 signs of heart problems

It’s important to keep an eye out for more than just the 'classic' problems
Two Rx tablets: Lexapro vs. Zoloft drug comparison
Drug vs. Drug

Lexapro vs. Zoloft: Differences, similarities, and which is bett...

Lexapro and Zoloft are SSRis that treat major depressive disorder