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 syringes with "vs." between them: Xolair versus Dupixent Differences, similarities & side effects

Xolair vs. Dupixent: Differences, similarities & side effects

Compare the similarities and differences between these complex drugs

An ibuprofen tablet and cough syrup bottle: Can you take ibuprofen with Nyquil?

Can you take ibuprofen with Nyquil?

Most people can take Nyquil and ibuprofen together, but there are risks. Here’s what you should know.

Someon scanning a payment card: Breztri savings tips

Breztri savings tips

Without coupons, patient assistance, and insurance, Breztri can exceed $850 per month

A pharmacist filling a prescription: How to get Dupixent: Specialty pharmacy considerations

How to get Dupixent: Specialty pharmacy considerations

Dupixent can only be dispensed by specialty pharmacies

A prescription pad and a pill bottle: Rinvoq for atopic dermatitis

Rinvoq for atopic dermatitis

Atopic dermatitis, also called eczema, is one of the conditions Rinvoq is approved to treat

An extended arm holding a pill container: Can you get addicted to ibuprofen?

Can you get addicted to ibuprofen?

Ibuprofen misuse is possible, and those with pre-existing substance disorders are at greater risk

A stethoscope and a wallet: How to save on Aimovig

How to save on Aimovig

This prescription injection for migraine prevention isn’t cheap, but these six savings tips can help

A piggy bank and two auto-injector pens: How to save on Fasenra

How to save on Fasenra

Although the list price of Fasenra is over $7,000, most people with insurance pay less than $50 per dose

A piggy bank and a stethoscope: How to save on Cosentyx

How to save on Cosentyx

If you’re prescribed Cosentyx, check whether you’re eligible for patient assistance before paying out of pocket

Several $20 bills and a prescription bottle: How to save on Quviviq

How to save on Quviviq

You may be able to get Qviviq for free for one month with the manufacturer’s savings card program, but there are other ways to save if ineligible

A continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) system and smartphone: How much is a Dexcom G6 transmitter without insurance?

How much is a Dexcom G6 transmitter without insurance?

A Dexcom G6 transmitter, costs $$366 without insurance. Learn how to get a Dexcom G6 transmitter at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.

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