Christopher R. Shafer, M.D.
Neurology, Primary Care, Epilepsy Center, Brain & Spine Institute, Republic Bank Optimal Aging Clinic, How to Refer(PNES) Disorder Program | Neurology | Psychogenic Non-epileptic Seizure
UofL Trager Institute/Republic Bank Foundation Optimal Aging Clinic
204 East Market Street, Suite A
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-4340 Get Directions
Christopher R. Shafer, M.D.
Chris Shafer, M.D., is an epileptologist at the University of Louisville and practices with UofL Physicians – Neurology. He has a special interest in the treatment of persons experiencing psychogenic non-epileptic seizures. Dr. Shafer was principle investigator of a pilot program for post discharge support of patients diagnosed with psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES). He currently oversees a partnership with the UofL Institute for Sustainable Health and Optimal Aging to provide trauma informed multidisciplinary services to patients with PNES as well as train the next generation of mental health providers in the understanding and treatment of this at risk patient population.Education & Training
University of Louisville School of Medicine | Louisville | 2002
University of Louisville Hospital | Internal Medicine | Louisville | 2003
Languages
English
Areas of Interest
(PNES) Disorder Program | Neurology | Psychogenic Non-epileptic Seizure
Practice, Specialty or Service
School of Medicine
Associate Professor
Department of Neurology
Contact Info
Locations
UofL Trager Institute/Republic Bank Foundation Optimal Aging Clinic
204 East Market Street, Suite A
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-4340
UofL Physicians – Neurology
UofL Health – Chestnut Street Outpatient Center
401 East Chestnut Street, Suite 510
Louisville, KY 40202
502-588-4800
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