Megan E. Shaffer, MD
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Megan E. Shaffer, MD

  • Pediatrics
Average rating: 5.0
 
Westlake Village Pediatrics | 1250 La Venta Drive, Suite 105, Westlake Village, CA 91361

About

Dr. Megan Shaffer is a general pediatrician in the Westlake Village office. She enjoys caring for children and adolescents of all ages and working alongside her patients and their families to foster healthy development.   

Dr. Shaffer attended Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine and completed her general pediatrics internship and residency at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital. She received her master’s degree in Physiology and Biophysics at Georgetown University and her undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Virginia. 

Dr. Shaffer has a specialized interest in preventive care and nutrition. She focused on these topics during her residency training and also volunteered with the Student Wellness Program at Mark Twain Middle School and at the Venice Family Clinic. She is a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics. 

Dr. Shaffer is originally from Richmond, Virginia, and has loved her transition to Southern California. In her free time, she enjoys exploring the local food scene and area beaches with her husband, a Westlake Village native. 

Languages

English

Education

Medical Board Certification

Pediatrics, American Board of Pediatrics, 2020

Residency

Pediatrics, UCLA Pediatrics Training Program, 2020

Degree

MD, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, 2017

Hospital Affiliations

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Interplan (part of HealthSmart)
  • L.A. Care
  • MultiPlan
  • UFCM Health System
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare

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Reviews

Overall Rating:
5.0
98 total ratings | 52 reviews
5.0
July 29, 2024
Dr. Shaffer is such a phenomenal Dr. Not only does she have the answer to every question we have but she makes us feel so comfortable and cared for. We are beyond grateful
5.0
July 26, 2024
Dr. Shaffer is always great. She connects easily with us and our kids, which makes a huge difference. I also always appreciate that she takes her time and answers all our questions.
5.0
July 15, 2024
Shaffer is great at listening to the patient and their needs. She is very kind and a great doctor.
5.0
July 12, 2024
Dr Shaffer has the kindest, sweetest disposition. She’s very thorough and knowledgeable and generous with her time. I hope she never leaves the practice!
5.0
July 10, 2024
Dr.Shaffer is incredible. She is always very attentive, asks effective fact finding questions to best understand what is going on and provide best course to take. She speaks to you and not at you, she truly cares about her patience and that is gold ! Dr. Shaffer is so professional and makes the experience great for toddlers, explains what she is doing, personable and is able to console ! Amazing