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Dr. Lawrence Schaeffer, MD

Dr. Lawrence Schaeffer, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Schaeffer, MD is an internist in Amarillo, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ANAHUAC UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bsa Hospital and Childress Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

1900 S Coulter St Ste C Amarillo, TX 79106
Telehealth available
(806) 353-3061

Dr. Schaeffer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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. Schaeffer specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Schaeffer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schaeffer

4.6

24 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
88%
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4 Star
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3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
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1 Star
8%
8%

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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rick McLemore – Feb 20, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
Buddy Osteen – Oct 04, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Dec 24, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Oct 23, 2021
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
J. B. – Jun 12, 2021
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Josie L. Kerr – Aug 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 20, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 26, 2018
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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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janet Warren in Canyon – Mar 13, 2018
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Roxane and Roger Schenk in Amarillo Texas – Mar 01, 2018
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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
Helpful
Liz Dean in Amarillo Texas – Mar 28, 2017
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amarillo, TX – Jan 16, 2017
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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
Helpful
Evelyn in Amarillo, TX – May 10, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Amy L. Jansson in Dumas, Texas – Dec 25, 2015
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Dr. Lawrence Schaeffer, MD is an internist in Amarillo, TX and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from ANAHUAC UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bsa Hospital...read more

  • Internal Medicine

  • Neurology

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

  • Anahuac University / School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Neurology
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Dr. Schaeffer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office1900 S Coulter St Ste C Amarillo, TX 79106
    1

    Practice

    Amarillo Legacy Medical Aco1215 S Coulter St Ste 400 Amarillo, TX 79106
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Quail Creek Surgical Hospital

      6819 Plum Creek Dr
      Amarillo, TX 79124
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

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

      92%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      91%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      18% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Morton County Hospital

      445 Hilltop Ave
      Elkhart, KS 67950

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

      91%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      9% higher than the national average

      89%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Childress Regional Medical Center

      901 US Highway 83 N
      Childress, TX 79201

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

      88%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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