
Edward M. Schaeffer, MD, PhD

Insurance
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Commercial Payors
Government Payors
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Practice Focus Areas
- Abnormal Rectal Exam
- Elevated PSA
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Robotic Prostatectomy
Education
- Medical Education:
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MD, PhD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 2001
- Internship:
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Johns Hopkins University - 2007
- Residency:
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Johns Hopkins University - 2007
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Board Certifications
- American Board of Urology - Urology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Alignment Category:
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Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
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Northwestern Lake Forest HospitalNorthwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
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1081 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
March 25, 2022
5.0 star star star star starI had a Good Visit and all the Staff was helpful and pleasant . Including Dr. Schaeffer. I was also in and out within 1 hour. Would have been a 10 but Dr, Schaeffer only works 95% out of Downtown , it would be nice if he could get more time in the Northern Suburbs.
February 22, 2022
5.0 star star star star starThe care Dr. Schaeffer and his team provided was nothing short of top-notch; his caring for me was evident in every interaction we had (and we continue to have them); I am a surgical patient and couldn't be more pleased with the outcome; his skill, expertise and experience are apparent in every aspect of treatment; I am fortunate to have been referred to him.
February 22, 2022
5.0 star star star star starVery professional , punctual Really there’s nothing to complain about. He answered all the questions and was very prompt In returning all his messages. Being a physician myself Obviously had high expectations and he matched all of those
February 18, 2022
5.0 star star star star starI like Dr. Schaeffer's approach to medicine. He explains the issues, lays out the process and next steps depending on the findings, and asks if you understand and have questions. Also refers to research supporting his approach. The check-in and lab tests went very smoothly, very well coordinated.
December 27, 2021
5.0 star star star star starThe visit with Dr Schaeffer was well beyond what had previously been experienced with previous car provider. His demeanor and delivery of the prognosis of the situation and the process of treatment was very calming and reassuring unlike what had been relayed to us before. His descriptions of the various processes involved to address my situation was so informative that it definitely put me at ease in getting to know his knowledge and procedural process of which he planned on taking
Disclosures
Industry Relationships
Consulting / Related Activities
Faculty member engaged in activities such as speaking, advising, consulting, or providing educational programs for the following companies or other entities
- Astellas Pharma Global Development, Inc. (Astellas Pharma US, Inc.)
- Lantheus Medical Imaging, Inc.
- Pfizer, Inc.
- PinnacleCare Health Advisors
- Society of Urologic Oncology (SUO)
External Professional Relationships
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