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Alan Edward Schaffer

Alan Edward Schaffer, MD

Sleep Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obesity Medicine, Pulmonary Disease

Provider Ratings

4.8 out of 5 (230 ratings)

Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact

518-464-9999
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Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact
518-464-9999
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Internal Medicine
  • Obesity Medicine
  • Pulmonary Disease
  • Sleep Medicine

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

St. Peter's Sleep Center - Albany

One Pine West Plaza
Washington Ave Extension
Albany, NY 12205

St. Peter's Sleep Center - Albany
518-464-9999 View Details

About

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
Tulane University School of Medicine (1987)

Internship:
Worcester City Hospital (1988)

Residency:
UMass Memorial Medical Center - Memorial Campus (1990)

Fellowship:
Albany Medical Center (1992)

Fellowship:
Montefiore Hospital and Medical Center (New York) (1994)

Board Certifications

Obesity Medicine, American Board of (2011)

Sleep Medicine, Sleep Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (2007)

Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (1995)

Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine Subspecialty (1992)

Internal Medicine, American Board of (1990)

Provider Groups

Innovative Health Alliance of New York

SPHP Medical Associates

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.8 out of 5

(230 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

37 Reviews

08/19/2025

Very good Listener, and attacks all issues, which shows he CARES

08/18/2025

Often times, due to busy schedules a provider can occasionally make the appointment feel rushed. Dr. Schaffer did not present this way in the slightest. I felt seen and heard, and he took his time to ensure the information he was collecting was thorough and offered me space to ask questions, to which he replied thoughtfully and clearly.

08/14/2025

Dr. Schaffer is very knowlegeable, empathetic and professional. He has been extremely helpful to me in many ways, including my sleep apnea and weight loss journey. He is insightful. I would never have been able to loss weight without his help and understanding of the problem I was facing.

08/14/2025

Professional and knowledgeable

08/13/2025

Dr. Schaffer was patient and knowledgeable on my sleep problems.

08/07/2025

My oncology care is at Dana-Farber in Boston. I lived in Boston for a few years and moved all care there, including my sleep doc. World-class care is quite a privilege to receive. I have some fine docs in the Capital District. Dr. Schaffer is my world-class doc! We all want expert care and compassion. Dr. Schaffer excels at both. His unique characteristic is his engagement. I'm a full partner in my own care thanks to Dr. Schaffer; not dictating terms, not directing things. Just "fully considered," and isn't that what we all want in our care?

07/21/2025

All Good!

07/21/2025

Dr Schaffer is one of the best doctors I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Dr Schaffer goes over every little detail with you as far as your health and well-being is. I could not have found a better or more professional doctor in his field. I am Extremely happy with Dr Schaffer. Sincerelly, Clifford A. Rowe Jr.

07/02/2025

Dr. Schaffer and staff were professional, friendly and caring. I received excellent care.

07/02/2025

I'm very encouraged to be consistent and follow through with a treatment plan under Dr. Schaffer's care.

06/24/2025

don't change a thing

06/18/2025

Great! Keep it!

06/16/2025

Great serv矛ce

06/03/2025

thorough questions and time spent

05/30/2025

Great visit. I look forward to the treatment, well as much as you could possibly look forward to treatment lol

05/23/2025

Im more than pleased

05/20/2025

I look forward to discussing my progress at our next visit.

05/09/2025

He was very helpful with explaining the process that I would need to go through to get my insurance to provide what I need

05/08/2025

Dr. Shaeffer is a good dr. and clarinetist!

05/08/2025

Very thorough

05/07/2025

He has patience to listen to me.

04/28/2025

I was satisfied with this provider. Perhaps I expected more with the diagnosis but how much more can be said with a "mild" case of OSA I would suspect.

04/18/2025

All great

03/28/2025

Looking forward to working with him on a regular basis

03/26/2025

He answered many of my questions.

03/14/2025

Just very upset with weight gain

03/11/2025

Highly recommend him

02/18/2025

Very knowledgeable.

02/17/2025

Wonderful experience from appt scheduler to office staff to Dr.

02/07/2025

He took an interest in research I had already done that he was unfamiliar with

01/31/2025

He really listens and has changed my life for the better!

01/15/2025

Dr. Shaffer is a very caring person

12/30/2024

Would recommend

12/26/2024

Excellent dr

12/24/2024

I was able to get a last minute scheduled appointment on Christmas Eve!

11/12/2024

Excellent. Professional. Took the time to listen and explain.

10/09/2024

Very pleased!!!!!
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