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Dr. Kathleen Schaefer, MD

Dr. Kathleen Schaefer, MD

Neurology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Kathleen Schaefer, MD is a neurologist in State College, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1988. She is affiliated with medical facilities Geisinger Lewistown Hospital and Geisinger Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

2.1 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 2.1 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

200 Scenery Dr State College, PA 16801
(814) 231-4560

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schaefer is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center Danville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schaefer specializes in the area of Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schaefer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schaefer

2.1

14 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
29%
29%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
71%
71%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Apr 09, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sorry Patient – Jun 24, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dee – Nov 29, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Cat in Lewisburg, PA – Sep 21, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Brain Tumor Survivor in West Decatur – Nov 02, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
me in Sunbury pa – Nov 14, 2016
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
jim o in West Decatur, PA – May 02, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
J in State College, PA – Mar 14, 2016
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biography

Dr. Kathleen Schaefer, MD is a neurologist in State College, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1988. She is affiliated...read more

  • Neurology

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  • State University Of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Locations

Practice

Office200 Scenery Dr State College, PA 16801
1

Practice

Geisinger Clinic200 Scenery Dr State College, PA 16801
2
Geieinger Clinic21 Geisinger Ln Lewistown, PA 17044
3

Practice

Geisinger Pharmacy132 Abigail Ln Port Matilda, PA 16870
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Geisinger Medical Center

    100 N Academy Ave
    Danville, PA 17822
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Geisinger Lewistown Hospital

    400 Highland Ave
    Lewistown, PA 17044

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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