4.1
8 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Gary Schafer specializes in pulmonology, sleep medicine, and internal medicine, bringing four decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed his residency at Maine Medical Center. Dr. Schafer is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Schafer practices at Atrium Health Primary Care Rutherford Internal Medicine And Specialty Care in Forest City, North Carolina, and maintains his hospital affiliation with Rutherford Regional Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea, including pediatric cases. He performs allergen immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy to help patients manage allergic conditions. Patients have given Dr. Schafer an average rating of 4.1 stars.
Dr. Schafer practices at Atrium Health Primary Care Rutherford Internal Medicine And Specialty Care in Forest City, North Carolina, and maintains his hospital affiliation with Rutherford Regional Medical Center. His clinical focus includes treating sleep apnea and obstructive sleep apnea, including pediatric cases. He performs allergen immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy to help patients manage allergic conditions. Patients have given Dr. Schafer an average rating of 4.1 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 40 years of experience
- speaks Spanish, English
- Maine Medical Center
- 3 written reviews
- 3 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Atrium Health Primary Care Rutherford Internal Medicine And Specialty Care
181 Daniel RdForest City, NC 28043 Tel: (828) 286-9036
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
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| Dr. Gary Robert Schafer, MD | Dr. Lisa Melanie Springer, MD | Dr. Shwetha Mallesara Sudhakar, MD | Dr. Ayodeji Tokunbo George, MD |
| Pulmonology | Internal Medicine | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 40 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 28 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Forest City , NC | Charlotte , NC | CHARLOTTE , NC | Aiken , SC |
| Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine | Med School: Hamburg | Med School: Jagadguru Jayadeva Murugarajendra Medical College Mysore University | Med School: Obafemi Awolowo University College Of Health Sciences |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary Robert Schafer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Gary Robert Schafer has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Gary Robert Schafer has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
40 Years Experience
Dr. Gary Robert Schafer holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Maine Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 1986.
NPI Number
Dr. Schafer's NPI number is 1306889134.
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- Dr. Gary Schafer's office is located at 181 Daniel Rd, Forest City, NC, 28043.
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