Summary

Dr. Eric Schafer is an oncologist who has dedicated 23 years to treating cancer patients. They graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and focus on helping patients navigate complex cancer diagnoses and treatments. Dr. Schafer speaks English and brings extensive experience to their oncology practice.

Dr. Schafer practices in Houston, Texas, where they specialize in treating conditions like acute lymphoblastic leukemia and managing treatment-related side effects such as nausea and vomiting from cancer therapy. They also address weakened immune systems that can develop during cancer treatment. Their diagnostic approach includes performing comprehensive blood work such as complete blood counts and metabolic panels to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients consistently rate Dr. Schafer highly, with an average rating of 5.0.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 23 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Eric S. Schafer

6701 Fannin St # 10Houston, TX 77030

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23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin Speaks English, Malayalam Speaks English, Urdu
Houston , TXHouston , TXSugar Land , TXCorpus Christi , TX
Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine Med School: Tongji Medical College Med School: Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas Med School: Baqai Medical University - Karachi, Pakistan
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Eric S. Schafer

  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Driscoll Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Eric S. Schafer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Eric S. Schafer has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Leukemia
  • Pediatric Hematology & Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

Eric S. Schafer holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Baylor College Of Medicine in 2003.

NPI Number

Eric S. Schafer's NPI number is 1336286707.

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