Kristin Shaffer, PA-C

Kristin Shaffer, PA-C, is a nationally certified physician assistant who has been caring for patients in the North Texas region since 2021. She specializes in the evaluation and management of heart failure, supporting patients as they navigate the challenges of this condition and guiding them through treatment options. In addition, she provides comprehensive cardiovascular care, including pre- and post-surgical support, cardiac diagnostic testing, preventive cardiology, and cardiac-centered patient education. Education

• Texas A&M University, BS
• The University of North Texas Health Science Center, MPAS

• National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Professional Accomplishments

• Co-author of “Does Mental Health Differ by Alcohol Use in Elderly Male Veterans?” in the journal Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine (2019)

Affiliations

• American College of Cardiology (ACC)
• Heart Failure Society of America

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