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Eric W. Schaefer, MD

4.9

1036 ratings Read Reviews

Northwestern Medical Group

Primary Specialty

Internal Medicine

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Education

Medical Education:: MD, University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences - 2003
Residency:: NYU Grossman School of Medicine - 2006

Board Certifications

American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine (Certified)

Faculty Profile

Assistant Professor, Feinberg School of Medicine

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Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:: Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:: Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
On Medical Staff At:: Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9

4.9

1036 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

Reviews from Patients

100 Most Recent Reviews

April 29, 2024

5.0

Dr. Eric Schaefer is a excellent physician.

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April 24, 2024

5.0

Great provider

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April 23, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is one of the great internal medicine doctor at NM. He listens to the problem before making any diagnosis. or recommendations. He don't rush out of the room, and made sure that all questions, concerns are answered. I would recommend him to my friends.

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April 21, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is very professional while being friendly and make the patient feel comfortable asking any questions.

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April 18, 2024

5.0

They donâ€™t get any better. His knowledge, kindness, providing great information, and bedside manner are a 10 out of 10.

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April 17, 2024

5.0

Excellent in every way.

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April 17, 2024

5.0

His care and patience.

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April 17, 2024

5.0

Caring and thorough doctor

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April 16, 2024

5.0

GREAT PERSONALITY

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April 16, 2024

5.0

He is a good doctor and listen to all details

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April 16, 2024

5.0

Excellent very thorough

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April 11, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor

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April 10, 2024

5.0

Love his enthusiasm and engagement during the appointment

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April 08, 2024

5.0

Dr.Schaefer takes the time to listen to concerns, explain conditions and treatments in understandable terms, and involve patients in their healthcare decisions.

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April 08, 2024

5.0

He makes me feel comfortable. He is thoughtful and thorough during the appointments. He explains what could be and what should be during exams. He also explains everything to his patients in a manner that is both understandable and calming.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is a very dedicated and humane physician. He answers all questions pertaining to oneâ€™s health during the visit.

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April 03, 2024

5.0

Dr Schaefer is awesome, listens carefully, takes an honest, no nonsense approach to care. Suggests lifestyle adjustments

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April 01, 2024

5.0

He really listens and asks the right questions. Not in a rush at all

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March 26, 2024

5.0

Care and responsiveness of Dr. Schaefer and his team are extraordinary.

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March 25, 2024

5.0

The doctor's service is very enthusiastic and patient. There is a very good level of medical care.

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March 20, 2024

5.0

Great doctor. Communicates. Listens.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

He is a good listener. He shows concern and gives good advice.

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March 19, 2024

5.0

Excellent physician overall, actually listens, makes it seem like he has all the time in the world for you -- even though I know the pressure for productivity that he must work under.

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March 18, 2024

5.0

He is very professional and trust him with his decisions.

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March 12, 2024

5.0

He listens to all of my concerns & addresses each one. He has empathy & is concerned for my well-being.

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March 11, 2024

5.0

He was very knowledgeable, listened well, and gave great recommendations

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March 07, 2024

5.0

His common sense approach is the best. Tells me everything up front. Always makes me feel like I matter.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Professional and comprehensive in providing medical care

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Listened to me and engaged me in the plan.

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March 06, 2024

5.0

Empathetic, thorough, available, knowledgeable with excellent communication skills.

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March 04, 2024

5.0

Kind, listens, very reasonable and gives good recommendations

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February 19, 2024

5.0

He is very nice, friendly and polite person. He examines and questions the patient Very thoroughly and answers all my questions very clearly. In all Dr Eric is the best!

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February 12, 2024

5.0

Great bedside manors

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February 11, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is knowledgable, thorough, listens carefully, gives clear answers to questions.

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February 08, 2024

5.0

Easy to talk to and made me comfortable with my questions.

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February 07, 2024

5.0

He is very knowledgeable, has great bedside manner, very interested in our well being. Great doctor

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February 06, 2024

5.0

Trustworthy, knowledgeable, wise, an excellent listener, good judgment, sensitive.

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February 05, 2024

5.0

Dr.Shaefer is very knowledgeable and ask questions

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February 01, 2024

5.0

Friendly knowledgeable and a great listener. A great doctor

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January 27, 2024

5.0

He's the best

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January 24, 2024

5.0

A wonderful doctorâ€”caring and helpful

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January 24, 2024

5.0

Great Doctor very personal

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January 22, 2024

5.0

Efficient caring & accurate explanation of every question. Blood work reported within 2 hours of appointment. More than kind & thoughtful.

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January 18, 2024

5.0

Great doctor

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Best doctor ever!

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Very nice Doctor. Seems to really care about patients and listens to issues and helps

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January 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is awesome, down to earth, listens carefully, makes thoughtful decisions and wants me to participate in my care

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January 15, 2024

4.0

very good

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January 11, 2024

5.0

Great doctor that is really easy to communicate with for any health issues

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January 10, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is Knowledgable, considerate understands patientâ€™s concerns Very promptly gives results. Knowing labs & other results fast alleviates patientâ€™s anxiety.

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January 08, 2024

5.0

Doctor Schaefer is caring, knowledgeable, good listener, gets back to you.

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January 06, 2024

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is an outstanding physician and a wonderful, compassionate person!!

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January 04, 2024

5.0

Very nice person who listens and cares and answers questions.

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January 03, 2024

5.0

Dr.Schaefer is excellent. He cares. He has answers to all my questions, responds to my concerns, and responds promptly to all communications.

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December 21, 2023

5.0

Great bedside manner!! Donâ€™t lose this one

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December 20, 2023

5.0

Dr Schaefer heâ€™s great he never leave you sitting and waiting for a long period of time. He comes right in to see you. The first thing he does is greet you with the smile, and ask you how youâ€™ve been doing I think Dr Schaefer is one of my favorites and thatâ€™s why I would recommend Northwestern

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December 20, 2023

5.0

listens well and gives practical advice

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December 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is an amazing, caring, and brilliant physician. I always feel listened to and well taken care by him.

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December 14, 2023

5.0

He listens, he has empathy, and is knowledgeable. Highly recommend.

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December 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is professional, knowledgeable and a great doctor.

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December 06, 2023

5.0

listens well, explains clearly

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November 29, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, courteous, doesnâ€™t hurry you and seams pretty concerned

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November 25, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, communities well with patient. Very useful recommendations.

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November 25, 2023

5.0

Outstanding people skills and concerns for patients care.

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November 22, 2023

5.0

He is attentive and empathetic to all your concerns. I couldnâ€™t be happier

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November 14, 2023

5.0

Always very knowledgable and very kind.

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November 12, 2023

5.0

Professionalism, efficiency and care.

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November 02, 2023

5.0

Very professional and attentive

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November 02, 2023

5.0

Excellent doctor

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October 30, 2023

5.0

Takes time to listen and offer sound advice

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October 30, 2023

5.0

He listens well and gives good guidance.

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October 25, 2023

5.0

Brilliant and clear, responsive and willing to take the time to understand and offer options

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is a good listener and provided a thoughtful plan for my care.

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October 24, 2023

5.0

Dr. Schaefer listened to my concerns and answered all my questions. He thoroughly explained my test results and the next steps in my treatment. Very pleasant and thoughtful.

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October 23, 2023

5.0

He has kept me healthy and in great shape for many years!

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October 18, 2023

5.0

He is a caring physician with excellent manners

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October 18, 2023

5.0

Dr. Eric W. Schaefer is a great doctor. I have been with him for a long time.

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October 17, 2023

5.0

He is compassionate, good listener and has a sense of humor!

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October 17, 2023

5.0

Straightforward, meaningful explanations, kind approach, always willing to listen to patient.

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October 15, 2023

5.0

Patient listens well caring

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October 14, 2023

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is always prompt in responding to my calls or my emails. He never appears rushed when I am in for appointments and takes the time to answer all my questions. How lucky I am to have Eric Schaefer for my PCP!

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October 12, 2023

5.0

Excellent clinician--knowledgeable and caring

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October 12, 2023

5.0

I like the care and attention and he cares about my health

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October 11, 2023

5.0

Everything is fine

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October 09, 2023

5.0

Dr. Schaefer really listens to my concerns and has a really wonderful relationship with my son.

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October 08, 2023

5.0

He is always thorough and professional.

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October 05, 2023

5.0

Compassionate and professional

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October 03, 2023

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is a caring, compassionate physician. Always addresses all concerns.

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October 02, 2023

5.0

Listens and has actionable ways to accomplish issues

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October 02, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable, understands patientâ€™s concerns, very considerate.

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September 30, 2023

5.0

Knowledgeable and patient

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September 28, 2023

5.0

Dr. Schaefer is incredibly kind, understanding and listens to concerns.

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September 27, 2023

5.0

Seems like a very caring doctor. Doesnâ€™t rush you right out. Discusses your problem and options for treatment. Seems very knowledgeable and very likable.

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September 25, 2023

5.0

Dr Schaefer always takes the time to listen and understand. Giving me sound medical advise

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September 21, 2023

5.0

Dr. Schaefer takes the time to explain things and go over everything .

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September 20, 2023

5.0

Service

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September 19, 2023

5.0

Dr Schaefer is professional abs caring

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September 12, 2023

5.0

He is a compassionate and caring physician

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September 03, 2023

5.0

He was nice and he listened and he took time rather than being rushed. He was genuine. very rare for a doctor.

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September 02, 2023

5.0

Thorough and patient.

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Disclosures

Eric W. Schaefer, MD reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2023.

External Professional Relationships

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