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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Drug vs. Drug
Fasenra vs. Nucala: Differences, similarities & side effects
Both of these drugs are biologics that need to be purchased from a specialty pharmacy
Sep. 13, 2024
Drug vs. Drug
Emgality vs. Nurtec: Differences, similarities & side effects
These migraine medications are very different despite belonging to the same drug class
Sep. 13, 2024
Drug vs. Drug
Nurtec vs. Aimovig: Differences, similarities & side effects
Despite belonging to the same drug class, the two migraine medications are quite different
Sep. 13, 2024
Drug Info
Can you take phentermine and Adderall?
Phentermine and Adderall may be taken with the guidance of a healthcare provider
Sep. 11, 2024
Drug Info
Can you take diclofenac with ibuprofen?
Combining diclofenac with ibuprofen can lead to unwanted side effects because of the interactions between these NSAIDs
Sep. 11, 2024
Drug Info
Does propranolol cause weight gain?
Propranolol has been known to cause some weight gain
Sep. 11, 2024
Wellness
The O positive blood diet
Peter D’Adamo, ND, suggests you should follow a diet tailored to your specific blood type to improve digestion and energy levels
Aug. 20, 2024
Health Education
What is the QT interval and why is it important?
The QT interval is the time it takes for your heart to contract and then reset for the next beat. It's important because if the QT interval is too long or too short, it can lead to serious heart rhythm problems
Aug. 18, 2024
Drug Info
Can you take ibuprofen with Paxlovid?
Yes, it is generally safe to take ibuprofen during a course of Paxlovid
Aug. 15, 2024
Drug Info
How do you adjust levothyroxine if TSH is high?
Fatigue, weight gain, and hair loss are signs of high TSH and an indication your lovothyroxine dose might be too low
Aug. 15, 2024
Drug Info
How much is Contrave without insurance?
Contrave costs $830 without insurance. Learn how to get Contrave at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
Aug. 15, 2024