Edward M. Schaeffer, MD, PhD

Urologic Oncology, Minimally Invasive Urologic Surgery, Urology

https://www.nm.org/doctors/1821134883/Edward-Schaeffer-MD, PhD

4.9 out of 5

1,427 verified ratings

Patient Reviews

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Likelihood to Recommend
4.9

106 Scheduled Comments

Sep 20, 2024
Very knowledgeable and highly recommended.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 16, 2024
His willingness to help me
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 16, 2024
A nice guy.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 16, 2024
Was informative and made me comfortable during the procedure
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 13, 2024
Dr. Schaeffer has a good way to communicate the issues and the why and how.
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Sep 13, 2024
He explained everything in very easy to understand detail
Scheduled for Jul 11, 2025
Aug 27, 2024
Dr was very thorough and explained very well.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 26, 2024
He’s straightforward and caring.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 23, 2024
AMAZING SKILL AND VERY GOOD BEDSIDE MANNER
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 23, 2024
Dr Schaeffer truly vis dedicated to saving lived Schaeffer is knowledgeable empathetic communicative attentive available thorough. I feel privileged to be among his patients Dr Schaeffer should be provided a chauffeur for commuting downtown from winnetka
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 23, 2024
He is very knowledgeable and experienced in treating prostate cancer.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 21, 2024
His drive , Persistence , Knowledge ,Patient focus. Prostrate research and knowledge
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 20, 2024
As above. He is a very exceptional urologist!!!
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 19, 2024
Straight forward and thorough explanation of procedure. Good confident manner.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 16, 2024
Top tier. NW is fortunate to have such a knowledgeable physician as well as a relentless reseacher.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 9, 2024
This was my first experience with Dr Schaeffer and he was very communicative and knowledgeable.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 6, 2024
Dr. Schaeffer is calming, simplifies the complicated by educating me on next steps, and builds trust quickly
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 6, 2024
Smart, respected and trustworthy. Oozes confidence without a hint of arrogance. Very relatable.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 6, 2024
I am very confident in Dr Schaeffer.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 5, 2024
Wonderful caring Dr. Goes out of his way to make things understandable and listens to all your concerns
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 5, 2024
Outstanding physician.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Aug 2, 2024
Biopsy went well, little pain and discomfort and very efficient.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Aug 2, 2024
He definitely gave us all the answers we needed and showed care for his patient.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Jul 29, 2024
Very friendly, very down the Earth. Easy to communicate with. Very well-educated.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Jul 29, 2024
Dr. Schaeffer demonstrated time in collecting independent and unique observations on my case (e.g. physical exam during initial consultation, physical descriptions of biopsy results).
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jul 28, 2024
I feel very confident with Dr Schaeffer.
Scheduled for Jun 11, 2025
Jul 26, 2024
Dr explained all related questions!
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jul 26, 2024
Excellent care
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jul 22, 2024
Skilled, experienced, highly knowledgeable, always working to improve the techniques.
Scheduled for May 11, 2025
Jul 21, 2024
Dr. Schaeffer is the leading edge and highly professional doctor who was very courteous and explained my condition and the procedure in detail. I think he is the Best!
Scheduled for May 11, 2025