Dr. Charles S Schaeffer M.D.
Rheumatologist | Rheumatology
1 Atwell Rd Cooperstown NY, 13326About
Dr. Charles Schaeffer is a rheumatologist practicing in Cooperstown, NY. Dr. Schaeffer specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Schaeffer treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.
Education and Training
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- 1988
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Psoriasis
- Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Pain
Professional Memberships
- Member AMERICAN COLLEGE OF RHEUMATOLOGY
Fellowships
- University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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