Summary

Dr. Michael Schaefer specializes in endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, bringing two decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine and has dedicated his career to helping patients manage complex hormonal and metabolic conditions. Dr. Schaefer speaks English and provides comprehensive care for individuals dealing with diabetes and related endocrine disorders.

Dr. Schaefer practices at Northwell Health Physician Partners Endocrinology in Wading River, New York. His clinical focus includes treating high blood sugar conditions and hyperglycemic emergencies in both adults and children. He performs essential diagnostic procedures such as complete blood counts and glucose testing to monitor his patients' health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Schaefer highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 20 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Suny Upstate Med Ctr
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 18 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.9 
20 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, English
Wading River , NYNew York , NYStratford , CTNew Haven , CT
Med School: Suny Upstate Med Ctr Med School: Universidad De Buenos Aires Med School: Universita Di Napoli Facolta De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael William Schaefer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199 SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity by Molina Healthcare
  • AmidaCare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield (Empire BCBS)
  • Anthem HealthPlus
  • CenterLight
  • Cigna
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth (GHI)
  • EmblemHealth (HIP)
  • EmblemHealth Insurance Company (fka HIP Insurance Company of New York) HIPIC
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield (32BJ)
  • Fidelis
  • Hamaspik
  • Healthfirst
  • Humana
  • Humana Military (Tricare)
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Northwell Direct
  • NYS Empire Plan (NYSHIP)
  • Oxford
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • United Healthcare
  • US Family Health Plan
  • VNS Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael William Schaefer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael William Schaefer has the following 18 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Adrenal Gland Diseases
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Endocrinology & Metabolism
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
  • Thyroid Nodule

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Suny Upstate Med Ctr
Suny Upstate Medical University Alan And Marlene Norton Coll Of MedGraduated in 2006

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