Summary

Dr. Charles Schafer specializes in surgery with expertise in thoracic and vascular procedures. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and completed his residency at Hahnemann University Hospital. With 44 years of clinical experience, Dr. Schafer brings extensive knowledge to his surgical practice. He is fluent in both English and Russian.

Dr. Schafer practices at multiple Penn Highlands locations in Huntingdon and Tyrone, Pennsylvania, as well as Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia through his affiliation with Trinity Health Mid Atlantic. His expertise includes treating venous skin ulcers and diabetic skin complications. Dr. Schafer performs wound debridement procedures and provides specialized chronic wound care. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 44 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Russian, English
  • Hahnemann University Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Locations

Dr. Charles Henry Schafer has 4 locations

Penn Highlands Surgical Care Center

820 BRYAN ST STE 3HUNTINGDON, PA 16652
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Penn Highlands Huntingdon

1225 Warm Springs AveHuntingdon, PA 16652

Penn Highlands Tyrone

187 Hospital DrTyrone, PA 16686

Nazareth Hospital

2601 Holme AvePhiladelphia, PA 19152

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44 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, English Speaks English Speaks English
HUNTINGDON , PAConnellsville , PAWilkes Barre , PALewistown , PA
Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson Univ
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Charles Henry Schafer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Integra
  • Keystone First
  • Keystone First - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Charles Henry Schafer has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Charles Henry Schafer has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Thoracic Surgery
  • Vascular Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Hahnemann University Hospital

Medical School

Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical SchoolGraduated in 1982

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Charles Schafer affiliated with?
Dr. Charles Schafer is affiliated with Trinity Health Mid Atlantic.
Does Dr. Charles Schafer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Charles Schafer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Charles Schafer's office located?
Dr. Charles Schafer's office is located at 820 BRYAN ST STE 3, HUNTINGDON, PA, 16652.
Does Dr. Charles Schafer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Charles Schafer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Charles Schafer accepting new patients?
Dr. Charles Schafer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Charles Schafer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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