Summary

Dr. James Schafer specializes in cardiovascular disease, focusing on heart and blood vessel conditions that affect patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and has been practicing for 35 years, developing extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating complex cardiac conditions. Dr. Schafer speaks English and brings more than three decades of experience to his cardiovascular practice.

Dr. Schafer is affiliated with McLaren Greater Lansing, University of Michigan Health Sparrow Lansing, and several other regional hospitals throughout Michigan. He practices at multiple heart and vascular locations across Charlotte, Carson City, Owosso, Williamston, Saint Johns, Lansing, and Ionia. His clinical focus includes treating high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that require careful monitoring and specialized care. Dr. Schafer performs diagnostic procedures such as electrocardiograms to assess heart rhythm, stress tests to evaluate heart function during exercise, and contrast echocardiography to create detailed images of the heart. Patients rate him 4.3 out of 5 stars for his cardiovascular care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • University Of Michigan Medical School
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James A. Schafer has 7 locations

St. Johns Heart & Vascular | University of Michigan Health-Sparrow

901 S Oakland St Ste 101Saint Johns, MI 48879

Ionia Heart & Vascular | University of Michigan Health-Sparrow

3565 S. State RoadIonia, MI 48446

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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4.3 
4.9 
35 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi Speaks English, Spanish
Charlotte , MICambridge , MAWinter Park , FLWyoming , MI
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: New York Medical College Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. James A. Schafer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James A. Schafer has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Cardiologist
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Michigan, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Schafer's office located?
Dr. James Schafer's office is located at 321 E Harris St, Charlotte, MI, 48813.
What languages does Dr. James Schafer speak?
Dr. James Schafer speaks English.
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