- Urologists
- IL
- Chicago, IL
- Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD
Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD
Urology•Male•Age 50
Urology
Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD is a Urology Specialist in Chicago, IL and has over 22 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Northwestern Medical Group
675 N Saint Clair St Ste 20-150 Chicago, IL 60611Make an Appointment
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4.0
Based on 27 ratings
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About Me
Care Philosophy
Compassion
Specialties
- Urology
Board Certifications
Education
Languages
- English
- Dutch
Awards
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD accept any insurance plans?
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What conditions does Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD treat?
Dr. Schaeffer frequently treats the following conditions: Prostate Cancer, Balanitis, and Balanoposthitis. See more on Healthgrades.
What is Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD's office address?
Dr. Schaeffer's office is located at 675 N Saint Clair St Ste 20-150, Chicago, IL 60611. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
What languages is Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD fluent in?
Dr. Schaeffer is able to speak Dutch and English. View profile to see all.
Is Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD able to provide telehealth services?
Dr. Schaeffer provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.
Is Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD affiliated with any hospitals?
Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Is Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD a board-certified professional?
Yes, Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD holds board certifications in Urology.
How much experience does Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD have?
Dr. Schaeffer has over 21 years of healthcare experience.
Does Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD receive good ratings from patients?
There is a star rating of 4/5 for Dr. Edward Schaeffer, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider explained conditions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.
Experience and Background Checks
Background Check
Dr. Schaeffer's Top Procedures and Conditions
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Schaeffer performs Prostatectomy With Robotic Assistance more than 100% of his peers
Dr. Schaeffer performs this procedure more than 100% of his peers
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Schaeffer treats Prostate Cancer more than 99% of his peers
Dr. Schaeffer treats this condition more than 99% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Primary Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 1
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 10
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 11
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 14
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 2
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 3
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 4
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 5
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 6
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 7
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 8
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - 9
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - X-Linked 1
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary - X-Linked 2
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary -12
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary -13
- Prostate Cancer - Hereditary -15
Treatment Frequency
Dr. Schaeffer performs Prostate Removal more than 99% of his peers
Dr. Schaeffer performs this procedure more than 99% of his peers
Rating Includes other areas of care:
- Radical Perineal Prostatectomy
- Radical Prostatectomy
- Radical Prostatectomy, Laparoscopic
- Radical Retropubic Prostatectomy
Dr. Schaeffer's conditions and procedures:
- Bacteriuria Screening
- Balanitis
- Balanoposthitis
- Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Diseases
- Bladder Diverticulum
- Bladder Function Test
- Bladder Infection
- Bladder Scan
- Bladder Stones
- Bladder Surgery
- Cancer
- Chemotherapy
- Chlamydia Infection Screening
- Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
- Chronic Prostatitis
- Cystourethroscopy and Transurethral Resection of Bladder Neck
- Dipstick Urinalysis
- Elevated PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
- End-Stage Renal Disease
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Erectile Dysfunction
- Genitourinary Cancers
- Gonorrhea Screening
- Hernia Repair
- Herpes Simplex Screening
- HIV Screening
- Hydrocele
- Incontinence
- Infertility
- Interstitial Cystitis
- Kidney Disease
- Kidney Stone Removal, Closed
- Kidney Stones
- Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
- Laser Surgery
- Lithotripsy for Kidney Stones
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Partial Nephrectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Pelvic Abscess
- Prostate Biopsy
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening Exam (DRE)
- Prostate Diseases
- Prostate Removal
- Prostatectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Renal Transplant and Nephrectomy
- Sexual Dysfunction
- Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
- STD Screening
- Surgery, Robotic Assisted
- Syphilis Screening
- Trichomoniasis Screening
- TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate) or Laser Destruction of Prostate
- Urethral Reconstruction
- Urinary Hesitancy
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Uroflowmetry
Insurance Check
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Dr. Schaeffer accepts
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Dr. Schaeffer accepts the following insurance:
- Aetna
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna POS
- Aetna PPO
- Choice Plus POS II
- Anthem
- National (BlueCard) PPO
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Beech Street (Multiplan)
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Advantage PPO
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Choice
- Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
- HealthyBlue 2.0
- HealthyBlue Advantage
- Cigna
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna PPO
- Great West Healthcare-Cigna
- LocalPlus
- Open Access Plus
- Coventry Health Care
- Coventry Health Care PPO
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- HAP Insurance
- Health Alliance PPO
- HealthLink
- HFN
- Humana
- Choice Care PPO
- Humana HMO
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- MultiPlan PPO
- PHCS Network PPO
- Self Pay
- Tricare
- UniCare
- UniCare PPO
- UnitedHealthCare
- Choice
- Choice Plus
- Select HMO
- United Healthcare
Locations
Northwestern Medical Group
Northwestern Grayslake Outpatient Care Center
Affiliated Hospitals
Dr. Schaeffer is affiliated with the following hospital. Select the hospital below to learn more.
Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.83% Patients that would definitely recommend, 13% higher than the national average
20 Awards Received
Award Highlight: Prostate Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)
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These providers are on the medical staff of Cancer Treatment Center of America, Chicago.
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