3.4
11 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Michael Schafer is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. With 24 years of experience treating digestive system disorders, he brings extensive expertise to patient care. Dr. Schafer is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Schafer practices at multiple locations throughout Nebraska and Iowa, including Chi Health Lakeside, Methodist Hospital, and Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. He specializes in treating colon polyps and gallstones, along with esophageal strictures that can cause swallowing difficulties. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and coordinating pathology testing for accurate diagnosis. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Schafer practices at multiple locations throughout Nebraska and Iowa, including Chi Health Lakeside, Methodist Hospital, and Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs. He specializes in treating colon polyps and gallstones, along with esophageal strictures that can cause swallowing difficulties. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and coordinating pathology testing for accurate diagnosis. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 24 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine
- 4 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 6 hospital affiliations
- 8 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Locations
Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer has 8 locationsMidwest Gastrointestinal Associates Pc
8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 200Omaha, NE 68114 Tel: (402) 397-7057
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
Midwest Endoscopy Services Llc
8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 100Omaha, NE 68114 Tel: (402) 933-1500
Mon7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Lakeside Endoscopy Center Llc
17001 Lakeside Hills Plz Ste 201Omaha, NE 68130 Tel: (402) 614-2300
Mon6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tue6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wed6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thu6:30 am - 4:30 pm
Fri6:30 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
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| Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine | Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine | Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Dr. Michael Edwin Schafer holds an active medical license in the state of Nebraska.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Nebraska that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine in 2002.
NPI Number
Dr. Schafer's NPI number is 1538240007.
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- What languages does Dr. Michael Schafer speak?
- Dr. Michael Schafer speaks English and Spanish.
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- Where is Dr. Michael Schafer's office located?
- Dr. Michael Schafer's office is located at 8901 Indian Hills Dr Ste 200, Omaha, NE, 68114.
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