Summary

Dr. Christine Schaeffer is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and hospital medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Chicago. With 29 years of clinical experience, Dr. Schaeffer has developed extensive expertise in managing complex medical conditions requiring both outpatient and inpatient care.

Dr. Schaeffer practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients at the Northwestern Medicine Transitional Care Clinic in Chicago, Illinois. She specializes in treating patients with chronic kidney disease and diabetes, helping them manage these long-term health conditions effectively. Her practice includes performing essential diagnostic blood work and metabolic testing to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Schaeffer highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 29 years of experience
  • 15 insurance plans accepted
  • University of Chicago
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Northwestern Medicine Transitional Care Clinic

676 N St Clair St Arkes Pavilion, Ste 2030Chicago, IL 60611

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
29 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Chicago , ILMaywood , ILOak Park , ILChicago , IL
Med School: University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christine J. Schaeffer

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christine J. Schaeffer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christine J. Schaeffer has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Chicago2000
University of Chicago1999

Medical School

University of Chicago Pritzker School of MedicineGraduated in 1997

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Where is Dr. Christine Schaeffer's office located?
Dr. Christine Schaeffer's office is located at 676 N St Clair St Arkes Pavilion, Ste 2030, Chicago, IL, 60611.

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