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Dr. Karl Schaeffer, MD

Dr. Karl Schaeffer, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Karl Schaeffer, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Columbus, OH and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1972. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

5969 E Broad St Ste 401 Columbus, OH 43213

Dr. Schaeffer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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Dr. Schaeffer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schaeffer

3.5
11 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
55%
55%
4 star
9%
9%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
9%
9%
1 star
27%
27%

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He acts like he hates his job
He delivered my first child and I promised myself he would never deliver another. He was awful. It was my first time being pregnant and naturally I was nervous and had a few questions, but even if I limited myself to just asking one question per visit, he became irritated and gruffly and reluctantly answered the question. As my pregnancy progressed and as I was lying down on the examining table, when it was time for me to sit up, he would stand back far away from the table refusing to help me sit up watching me struggle and I nearly fell off the table because I could not see over my stomach. The only time he treated me with any respect was when my husband was present in the room with me. After that, I decided to never use him again for any future deliveries of my children, and before I left his practice, I did get a chance to give him a piece of my mind!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Feb 07, 2025
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wonderful. Dr Schaeffer was my Dr for over 23 years. After we moved to Tennessee I still went to see him for my checkups. My wait was never long. He was also kind, caring and very professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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tillie – Sep 17, 2019
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I have seen Dr Schaeffer for 20 years. He only works one day a week now and I can't make it work with my schedule. I need to have my check up and the office is charging me 63.70 to send a fax to another doctor.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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summersoff in Columbus, OH – Mar 09, 2016
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The wait to be seen by the doctor is too long! I came for my annual pap and had to wait in the lobby 45 mins. I guess that's not terrible but when I had to come back for a ultrasound I had to wait again for 30 mins. This is extremely too long considering you must drink 40 oz off water prior to the appointment and not use the restroom. The worse part is that the staff you can see seem to not be doing any work. I think it's time for a new doctor...
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
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Me in Columbus, Ohio – Jan 29, 2016
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Dr. Karl Schaeffer, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Columbus, OH and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1972. He is accepting new patients.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1972
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Schaeffer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Practice

    Office5969 E Broad St Ste 401 Columbus, OH 43213
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    Mount Carmel Health Providers Two LLC5969 E Broad St Columbus, OH 43213
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