Summary

Dr. Michael Schafer treats colon polyps, cholelithiasis, and esophageal stricture, and performs sedation, pathology tests, and colonoscopy. He practices gastroenterology and internal medicine and has 24 years of experience.

Dr. Schafer earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and sees patients at multiple locations in Omaha, Nebraska, as well as in Elkhorn, Nebraska; Council Bluffs, Iowa; and Fremont, Nebraska. He is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside, Methodist Hospital, Chi Health Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Fremont Health Medical Center, and Methodist Women's Hospital. He speaks English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 24 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer has 8 locations

Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates Pc

8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 200Omaha, NE 68114
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Midwest Endoscopy Services Llc

8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 100Omaha, NE 68114
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Methodist Hospital

8303 Dodge StOmaha, NE 68114

Chi Health Lakeside

16901 Lakeside Hills CtOmaha, NE 68130

Methodist Womens Hospital

707 N 190th PlzElkhorn, NE 68022

Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital

933 E Pierce StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

Lakeside Endoscopy Center Llc

17001 Lakeside Hills Plz Ste 201Omaha, NE 68130
Mon6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri6:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Accepts New Patients
3.4 
24 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Omaha , NEOmaha , NEIndianapolis , INOmaha , NE
Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer holds an active medical license in the state of Nebraska.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Nebraska that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Schafer's NPI number is 1538240007.

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Where is Dr. Michael Schafer's office located?
Dr. Michael Schafer's office is located at 8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 200, Omaha, NE, 68114.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Schafer affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Schafer is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside, Methodist Hospital, Chi Health Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs, Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Fremont Health Medical Center, and Methodist Womens Hospital.
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