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Dr. William Schafer, MD

Dr. William Schafer, MD

Cardiology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. William Schafer, MD is a cardiologist in Toledo, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as ProMedica Toledo Hospital and Mercy Health-St. Vincent Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

3900 Sunforest Ct Ste 220 Toledo, OH 43623
(419) 486-9000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schafer is affiliated with ProMedica Toledo Hospital Toledo, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Schafer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Schafer specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Disease & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schafer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schafer

4.9

12 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
92%
92%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 12, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dave Reed – Jan 16, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Nov 22, 2020
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What went well
  • 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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Wendy Gilchrist in Sylvania, OH – Nov 14, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Pete Schnapp in Maumee, OH – Feb 18, 2017
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biography

Dr. William Schafer, MD is a cardiologist in Toledo, OH and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as ProMedica...read more

  • Cardiology

  • Interventional Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Parkland Memorial Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Cardiovascular Disease
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Schafer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Superior Heart Care Inc.3900 Sunforest Ct Ste 220 Toledo, OH 43623
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • ProMedica Toledo Hospital

      1 Promedica Pkwy
      Toledo, OH 43606
      Recipient of 30
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in heart bypass surgery, coronary interventional procedures, heart attack treatment, heart failure treatment, and heart valve surgery

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mercy Health-St. Vincent Medical Center

      2213 Cherry St
      Toledo, OH 43608
      Recipient of 19
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Wood County Hospital

      950 W Wooster St
      Bowling Green, OH 43402
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      14% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality