46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shafer, Psychiatrist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Linda Shafer, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. She has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Shafer graduated from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Psychiatry; Metrowest M C-Framinghm Union, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shafer is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shafer’s office.
Where did Dr. Shafer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Psychiatry; Metrowest M C-Framinghm Union, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Tufts University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Shafer board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Linda Shafer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Shafer speak?
Dr. Shafer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shafer typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Shafer diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Shafer. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Recurrent Depression
- Depression
- Chronic depression
- Repeated depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F339: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Shafer typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Linda Shafer may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Shafer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shafer accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Shafer's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Shafer's office located?
What is Dr. Shafer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891785390.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shafer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shafer
What is Dr. Linda Shafer's specialty?
Dr. Shafer is a Psychiatrist near Boston, MA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Linda Shafer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shafer is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Linda Shafer accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Linda Shafer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Shafer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shafer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Shafer?
Please contact Dr. Shafer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Shafer have?
Dr. Linda Shafer is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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Connect with DR. Shafer
Wac 8 Psychiatry-Outpatient Department
55 Fruit St
Boston, MA 02114