Richard Schaefer, MD, MPH

Orthopedic Surgery

Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center (now called Levi Watkins, Jr., M.D., Outpatient Center)

601 N. Caroline St.

Baltimore, MD 21287 Directions

(443) 997-2663

profiles.hopkinsmedicine.org

4.8 out of 5

149 verified ratings

149 Ratings, 48 Comments


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.
Jun 24, 2026
Great at letting me get all my questions answered.

Jun 23, 2026
Dr Schaefer was very helpful in explaining my injury. He helped me understand the immobilizer brace that would work best for me. He took a real interest in my well being and how to deal with the situation I am in.

Jun 17, 2026
The doctor explained everything very well, and I understood very well. Also he listened to what I had to say.

Jun 15, 2026
Professional

Jun 15, 2026
New provider, knowledgeable, kind, caring, listened, explained clearly, educated me, he & I talked & worked together on possible solutions

Jun 5, 2026
The provider took time to listens to my concerns and explained in detail what my options would be.

Jun 5, 2026
The Doctor was very professional

May 26, 2026
Dr. Schaefer is an exemplary physician. As a former military doctor, he has had superior training. He shows a sincere concern about me as a patient. He is bright. His insights, diagnosis and treatment plan were specific to me regarding the pain in my leg.Dr. Schaefer is an asset to Hopkins. He is very impressive and kind. To me, he is a God-send.Thank you

Apr 28, 2026
Excellent. He even caught something unrelated in my xray that needed immediate attention.

Apr 28, 2026
He always takes his time to explain things so that I can understand my instructions

Apr 17, 2026
The doctor is personable and takes the time to investigate my condition

Apr 16, 2026
He was nice

Apr 16, 2026
Dr Schaefer is great to see for my knees. He has been compassionate and explains everything. I have returned couple times to him and always the best experience especially with the needle shots

Apr 14, 2026
Very thorough and explained everything so I could understand and even referred me to a specialist.

Apr 13, 2026
Highly competent and professional

Apr 8, 2026
Super nice & understanding. Did not hurt giving needles

Apr 1, 2026
Gave great service and was informative about my illness and me in general.

Mar 24, 2026
Very informative and professional

Mar 24, 2026
Thorough , listened to my concerns and addressed them . Personable and compassionate.

Mar 23, 2026
Dr. Schaefer was absolutely fantastic he is very smart and wise He sent my problems straight to surgeons at Bayview stat. Blew my mind

Mar 18, 2026
Genuinely shows concern for your ailments, and does his best to address them.

Mar 11, 2026
Caring , knowledgeable , with expertise in his field

Mar 11, 2026
He always very professional and knowledgeable about my illness and treats it with lots of care and kindness my experience is always a good one

Mar 10, 2026
Dr. Schaefer is always kind and very professional

Mar 10, 2026
I was very comfortable with the doctor

Feb 18, 2026
He was very nice .

Feb 18, 2026
Excellent doctor he asked me the right questions and listen every detail from me

Feb 18, 2026
Good services

Feb 16, 2026
Very kind and knowledgeable

Feb 10, 2026
Dr. Schaefer was a good listener and seems willing to try and discover what my basic problem is. He responded to my concerns and input well.

Feb 2, 2026
Tge dr is very good at what he does

Jan 29, 2026
HE IS VERY GOOD

Jan 16, 2026
Dr. Schaefer is a very good Doctor

Jan 15, 2026
Dr. Schaefer is great. I really appreciate him.

Jan 13, 2026
The provider was patient oriented , the care was nothing short of professional .

Jan 13, 2026
He is very knowledgeable, detailed, outstanding on follow up and establishing direction on where and what

Jan 13, 2026
Competent, caring , with good bedside manners ,

Dec 22, 2025
He was very nice and helpful great doctor

Dec 18, 2025
Excellent

Dec 17, 2025
I am so impressed with this physician. Using the older imaging and comparing it to the new, he did an in depth discussion of my knees' condition and possible options for care. It was amazing and I will be changing orthopedic care to JHH as a result of this great consultation

Dec 10, 2025
Always provide me with a very thorough exam.

Dec 5, 2025
I found him to be very personable and easy to understand

Dec 3, 2025
Great Dr

Nov 21, 2025
Good service

Nov 11, 2025
Excellent doctor for me because he explained things extremely clear for me to understand

Oct 28, 2025
I had a great experience with the provider.

Oct 20, 2025
I never felt the Dr was listening to me when describing symptoms. Very quick to simply refer out

Oct 3, 2025
Great bedside manner. Authentically concerned and interested in understanding my discomfort. Very refreshing to have such care.