Suzanne H. Shaffer, M.D.

Hometown:

Lamar, MO

Office Location:

Stanley, KS

Education – College & Degree

Undergraduate:

University of Missouri – Kansas City – B.A. in biology

Medical Degree:

University of Missouri – Kansas City

Board Certification(s):

American Academy of Family Physicians

Area(s) of Speciality:

Family Practice, Women’s Health, Pediatrics, Obstetrics, and Preventive Medicine

Personal

What got me interested in pursuing a career in the healthcare field:

My medical career started out a bit different than most but I have always had an interest in medical care and helping others. I grew up in a small Missouri town with traditional values and a focus on family, religion, and community. From childhood dreams to be a marine biologist or zoologist, to my adolescent aspirations to be a veterinary doctor, I realized that my calling was to help people help themselves. The opportunity to go to medical school was the greatest gift and my biggest lifetime goal. I still enjoy the daily challenges of the medical field, continuing to learn and adapt, but most of all the people and families I have the privilege to work with. It is my goal to remain up-to-date on medical advancements, use proven therapies whenever possible, while remaining true to the values of my childhood envisage.

Core beliefs about practicing medicine:

I am a firm believer in preventative medicine. I believe people can become more empowered to help themselves avoid disease and disability through open communication, education, and application of evidence-based medicine.

My interests/hobbies:

Gardening, quilting and needlepoint, and cooking.

Family:

My husband, Chad is a physician and teaches a residency program. He works at Community Hospital serving mostly the uninsured or underinsured population. We have two dogs: Gracie and Schatuzie, both rescue miniature schnauzers.

My Favorite Personal Quote:

“Do unto others as you would have done unto you.”