
Edward M. Schaeffer, MD, PhD

Insurance
Insurance plans are subject to change. View insurance plans accepted at each hospital and by each NMHC physician group.Practice Focus Areas
- Abnormal Rectal Exam
- Elevated PSA
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Robotic Prostatectomy
Education
- Medical Education:
-
MD, PhD, University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine - 2001
- Internship:
-
Johns Hopkins University - 2007
- Residency:
-
Johns Hopkins University - 2007
Media

Board Certifications
- American Board of Urology - Urology (Certified)
Faculty Profile
Professor, Feinberg School of MedicinePractice Groups and Affiliations
- Medical Group:
- Northwestern Medical Group
- Physician Category:
-
Northwestern Medicine Physician Network
- On Medical Staff At:
-
Northwestern Lake Forest HospitalNorthwestern Memorial Hospital
Ratings and Reviews
At Northwestern Medicine, our patient’s feedback is important to us. While different care providers have their own unique strengths, we strive to be as transparent as possible with our quality of care.
Read Ratings FAQsOverall Rating
983 Ratings
Reviews from Patients
Reviews from Patients
July 27, 2021
5.0 star star star star starDr. Schaeffer was honest and decisive, yet empathetic. I felt confident in his decision to surgically remove my prostate. I cannot underemphasize the importance of knowing someone competent and caring will be treating me.
June 07, 2021
5.0 star star star star starProstate surgery is major surgery, is extremely difficult and requires the highest skill level. My surgery went very well , was totally successful, and had no complications. His after surgery instructions that he wrote were spot on. Minimal pain during recovery managed with OTC meds. Kudos to him and his talented staff.
May 28, 2021
5.0 star star star star starVery strong expertise and capability, very patient approach to answering questions and discussing options that helped decision making, showed tremendous care and respect for me as patient. Would recommend him highly.
May 11, 2021
5.0 star star star star starAvailability on short notice, explains situation lucidly in plain English, conservative about recommending procedures (doesnt impetuously recommend surgery or biopsy, takes everything in careful stages), great demeanor, reassuring expertise.