William Shaffer, MD

About

William R. Shaffer, MD is board certified in neurology and fellowship trained in multiple sclerosis (MS) from The University of Chicago. With more than 15 years of professional clinical experience, Dr. Shaffer joined the team at Associated Neurologists in July 2024. 

Previously, he served as Co-Director at UCHealth's Center for Comprehensive MS Care, as well as a neurologist and MS specialist at UCHealth's Neurology Clinic - both in Fort Collins. 

Dr. Shaffer began his neurology career at North Colorado Medical Center in Greeley. 

When he's not caring for patients, Dr. Shaffer enjoys all things music: playing, recording and attending shows. He also enjoys surfing and stand up paddle boarding throughout Colorado with his wife and dogs.

Special Areas of Expertise

Multiple sclerosis (MS)
Migraines
Migraine variants 

Philosophy of Care

"An effective and successful partnership with the patient on their plan of care must first start with me listening." - Dr. Shaffer 

Affiliations Associated Neurologists
Education
  • College
  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
    Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey2000
  • Medical School
  • Doctor of Medicine
    University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey | Robert Wood Johnson Medical School2004
  • Fellowship
  • Multiple Sclerosis Sylvia Lawry Physician Fellowship
    The University of Chicago2009