Dr. Kristen G Schaefer, MD

Dr. Kristen Schaefer specializes in internal medicine and hospice & palliative medicine, bringing over three decades of clinical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed her residency at UCSF Medical Center. Her extensive experience spans 32 years of caring for patients with complex medical needs. Dr. Schaefer is multilingual, speaking Chinese, English, French, and Spanish to better serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Schaefer practices at Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, Massachusetts, and maintains an affiliation with Brigham and Women's Hospital. Her dual specialization allows her to provide comprehensive internal medicine care while also focusing on comfort-centered treatment for patients facing serious illnesses. She works closely with patients and families to manage symptoms and improve quality of life during challenging health journeys.