5
6 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Gary Schaffel specializes in internal medicine, bringing over three decades of experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Rush Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center. With 32 years in practice, Dr. Schaffel has built extensive expertise in adult healthcare and preventive medicine. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Schaffel practices at multiple Northwestern Medicine locations throughout the Chicago area, including Lake Forest Hospital, Highland Park Hospital, and Evanston Hospital in Lake Forest, Highland Park, and Evanston, Illinois. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and handling urgent blood pressure situations that require immediate attention. He also performs heart rhythm monitoring through electrocardiograms and incorporates physical therapy and strength training approaches into patient treatment plans. Patients have given him …an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.
Read More Read less Dr. Schaffel practices at multiple Northwestern Medicine locations throughout the Chicago area, including Lake Forest Hospital, Highland Park Hospital, and Evanston Hospital in Lake Forest, Highland Park, and Evanston, Illinois. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and handling urgent blood pressure situations that require immediate attention. He also performs heart rhythm monitoring through electrocardiograms and incorporates physical therapy and strength training approaches into patient treatment plans. Patients have given him …an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his care.
AI-generated from data on this provider profile.
Quick Facts
- 32 years of experience
- 31 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
- 3 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 9 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Gary Edward Schaffel has 4 locationsNorthwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital
1000 N Westmoreland RdLake Forest, IL 60045 Tel: (847) 234-5600
Compare with Similar Doctors
 |  |  | |
| Dr. Gary Edward Schaffel, MD | Dr. Lowell H Steen, MD | Dr. Bruce E Lewis, MD | Dr. Evgeni Mirkin, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 32 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, Polish | Speaks English |
| Lake Forest , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL | Chicago , IL |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Ukrainian Medical Stomatological Academy | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary Edward Schaffel
Medical Specialties
Dr. Gary Edward Schaffel has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Gary Edward Schaffel has the following 9 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
32 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Rush Presbyterian St Lukes Medical Center
Medical School
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1994
Similar doctors
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Gary Schaffel affiliated with?
- Dr. Gary Schaffel is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital, Highland Park Hospital, Evanston Hospital, and Evanston Hospital.
- Where is Dr. Gary Schaffel's office located?
- Dr. Gary Schaffel's office is located at 990 S Waukegan Rd Fl 2, Lake Forest, IL, 60045.
- Does Dr. Gary Schaffel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Gary Schaffel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Gary Schaffel accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Gary Schaffel accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Is Dr. Gary Schaffel accepting new patients?
- Dr. Gary Schaffel has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews
Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.
Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.
Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.
