Dr. Steven Charles Schaefer MD
Surgeon
4440 W 95th St Suite 407 Oak Lawn IL, 60453About
Dr. Steven Schaefer is a general surgeon practicing in Oak Lawn, IL. Dr. Schaefer specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Schaefer provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
Education and Training
University of Pennsylvania, PA 2004
Board Certification
SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS
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Treatments
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism
- Gallstones
- Thyroid Cancer
- Hernia
- Goiter
- Graves' Disease
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