Summary

Dr. James Schafer specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing 35 years of experience to heart and vascular care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School, establishing a strong foundation in cardiovascular medicine. Dr. Schafer provides care in English for patients throughout the region.

Dr. Schafer practices at multiple University of Michigan Health-Sparrow locations across Michigan, including Charlotte, Carson City, Owosso, Williamston, Saint Johns, Lansing, and Ionia. He is affiliated with McLaren Greater Lansing, University of Michigan Health Sparrow Lansing, and Sparrow Specialty Hospital. His expertise includes managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. Dr. Schafer performs diagnostic procedures such as EKGs, stress tests, and contrast echocardiography to evaluate heart function. Patients rate him 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.

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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 
35 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 48 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 , FLKalamazoo , MI
Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: New York Medical College Med School: Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James A. Schafer

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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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Dr. James Schafer's office is located at 321 E Harris St, Charlotte, MI, 48813.
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