Kelly Schaefer, APRN

Kelly Schaefer, APRN

Certified Nurse Practitioner

4.9 
56 ratings  Read Reviews
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Primary Specialty

Radiation Oncology

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Practice Focus Areas

This medical professional has a particular interest or expertise in:

  • Nurse Practitioner

Education

Professional Education:
MS, Chamberlain College of Nursing - 2016

Certifications and Licensures

  • American Academy of Nurse Practitioners - Nurse Practitioner-Family (Certified)
  • National Institute of First Assisting - Registered Nurse-First Assistant (Certified)

Practice Groups and Affiliations

Medical Group:
Northwestern Medical Group
Alignment Category:
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network

Ratings and Reviews

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Overall Rating

4.9
4.9 

56 Ratings

Reviews from Patients

24 Reviews

Reviews from Patients

24 Reviews

February 25, 2026

5.0

Kelly listened carefully to all of my concerns, provided detailed explanations and answered specific questions on some genetic testing. I've had done by Northwestern and explained how my treatment plan could mitigate risks to recurrence.

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January 29, 2026

5.0

Kelly explains everything very well, looks the patient in the eyes when explaining, and genuinely seems to care about the patient.

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January 23, 2026

5.0

She listens carefully and explains everything well so that I can understand it. Very thoughtful and kind as well.

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January 22, 2026

5.0

She listens and caring

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January 21, 2026

4.0

She's friendly and explains everything very well.

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January 21, 2026

5.0

she clearly translates my scans in a way that actually allows me to understand what they're seeing and measuring in relation to my tumor and what that means looking forward

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January 09, 2026

5.0

Professional, knowledgeable and thorough.

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December 31, 2025

5.0

Kind, caring professional extremely knowledgeable, she takes the time to answer all your questions and concerns,

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December 20, 2025

5.0

Very nice and professional. Took plenty of time to answer questions.

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December 18, 2025

5.0

Kelly is a great example of what I mentioned in the above comment. Having experienced the ravages of cancer multiple times in her own family, she certainly understands what her patients are going through. She understands that talking about other things and making personal connections is important as well.

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December 01, 2025

5.0

Kelly is positive and full of helpful ideas for my eyes.

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November 14, 2025

5.0

She's the Best

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November 12, 2025

5.0

Good listener. Addressed all my issues satisfactory Was able to spend the time with me that I needed to address everything.

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November 06, 2025

5.0

Very professional and seems to care for your treatment

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November 05, 2025

5.0

Kelly truly embodies all of the above-mentioned qualities. She is one of the most caring, professional, and interactive people on my health care team and I am so grateful for everything she continues to do for me.

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October 29, 2025

5.0

Amazing!! So sweet and caring! Really takes the time with her patients and answers questions nicely!

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October 22, 2025

5.0

She listens asks questions and listens to my answers. My treatments are tailored to my needs. I know she is busy, but I never feel rushed.

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October 17, 2025

5.0

The best!!

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October 17, 2025

5.0

A great help.

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October 10, 2025

5.0

She explains everything extremely well!

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October 03, 2025

5.0

She is very caring and takes the time to answer any of our concerns.

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September 20, 2025

5.0

Willing to discuss my concerns about any issues I have related to effects of my treatments.

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September 07, 2025

5.0

She cares

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September 05, 2025

5.0

Excellent and concerned about my needs.

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Disclosures

Kelly Schaefer, APRN reported no external professional relationships for calendar year 2024.

External Professional Relationships

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