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Michael S Schaeffer

Michael S Schaeffer, MD

Internal Medicine

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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 3-12
  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Adult 18-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Affiliations

  • Corewell Health Wayne Hospital

Locations

  1. Corewell Health Internal Medicine - 2050 N Haggerty Rd

Experience

Education

  • Residency: Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1998
  • Internship: Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1996
  • Medical School: Wayne State University, Doctor of Medicine (MD), 1995

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1998

Insurance

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  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna/Cofinity
  • Align Senior Care MI
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  • BCBSM Trust PPO
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  • Blue Care Network Medicare Advantage
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  • Medicare
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  • Meridian Meridian Complete - East
  • Meridian Wellcare
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  • Railroad Medicare
  • Trinity Health Plan of MI
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • Zing Health

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

379 ratings, 147 reviews

Corewell Health is committed to delivering high-quality and compassionate care. These ratings and reviews are transparent patient feedback collected via survey following a provider care experience that asks patients and families about the care they received.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Excellent doctor. Corewell is lucky to have him!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Very kind and easy to understand doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Listens and advises the next steps

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/25/2026

    He understood the situation, told me what to do and really cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    The best!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    He’s a good Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    I like him very much as a dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Good listener and always ask did we cover everything?

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    Dr Schaeffer always ask if I understand what he has told me and if I have any questions or concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Personable, knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Always tries to fit me in for an appointment and listens

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    He explained everything in great detail

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/1/2026

    Very good. He listens and then explains

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    He cares.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Professional, and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Dr. Schaffer is attentive to his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Personally I've been seeing Dr Schaeffer for approximately 20yr because he listens to me and is not forceful in treatment recommendations and I Personally have trust issues with Dr who oversee my health issues. Therefore Dr Schaeffer is and will be my PCP until he no longer wants me as a patient or I pass on

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Excellent communication and care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Thank you for your care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    Thanks for all you and your staff do

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    Again, Dr Schaeffer is an excellent, caring and kind doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2025

    He is a wonderful Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    The most excellent of all.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/1/2025

    Cares and listens to make decisions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    He is the best primary care doctor I have ever had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    I trust Dr. Schaeffer with my well being and my life. This is the level of trust I have in Dr. Schaeffer.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    He is a very knowledgeable and caring provider. I respect and trust him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    He has been my dr. For 20 yrs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is a very caring, personable Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    excellent service and care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    He is a class act , he knew exactly what I needed , had a few options for me to review, I’m very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Excellent and friendly service by a doctor who listens to patients and he is extremely responsive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Very attentive and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    He is a great physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    He spends a lot of time with me and is a good listener.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    Appointment times are always met Never have to sit in the waiting room for hours

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer has been my primary physician for years. I like his bedside manner and I trust him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Good Doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    He is an outstanding physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    I’ve been going to doctor Schaeffer for 14 years and he’s very accommodating and always know what I need.very nice doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Caring. Good communicator.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Very informative on my needs and health

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is an incredible Dr. very thorough, listens well, addresses all of my concerns. He is awesome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/9/2025

    He makes you feel comfortable and listens very good and works out a good plan for you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Wonderful and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    Like I say DR. Schaeffer has been my primary physician for a long time he knows my history he knows everything

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    He is a very understanding man

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Great doctor who listens and cares

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    He is an excellent Dr. He explains test results completely and makes sure you understand them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    He is great on follow-up when required.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Always good to see Dr. Schaeffer.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Excellent service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    I've been going to schaeffer for over 20yrs that says alot. I feel very much at ease with him, he explains everything that I need to know and I feel very comfortable with him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Excellent care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    As I said before, he is an outstanding and thorough physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    I have been his patient for many years and plan on continuing with his care .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/30/2025

    It is always Pleasure seeing Dr.Scaeffer!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Great Doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Easy to understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    He has been my primary doctor for over 20 years and I have trusted his diagnosis and collaboration with treatment options every time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    He is very concerned about the patient and listens to them and gives them some sort of procedure to help them. He calls them at home to explain whatever was done at the time you were with the doctor and also if your blood test and that time you’re given explanation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Great experience with Dr. Schaeffer and he will contact patients personally with concerns and test results

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    He always answers my questions in a non judgmental manner, and is very pleasant but thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Caring and a doctor that takes a personal interest and providing common sense to healthcare.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is an amazing physician and we feel fortunate to have him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Minimal waiting, such a pleasant surprise

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/2/2025

    Very pleasant and competent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Too happy with service,He follows with the all the time

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Dr Schaefer was very receptive of my needs explaining everything after I’ve asked a question and was very professional. He listened to everything I was asking him and he replied to what I needed or needed to follow up on. I felt Dr Schaefer was very caring to my needs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Followed up as he stated he would. Extremely caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Great physician, knowledgeable Doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Doc is great he's always helpful asking about my family I feel very comfortable talking to him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Dr Schaeffer and his nurse Brandy are a great team!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    I’ve been with Dr. Schaeffer for close to 20 yrs & he always takes good care of our family

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    DR Michael Schaeffer is the best doctor you ever have. You never can find a better Dr. He is the best.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    The only one thing that I was disappointed was my chart didn't post much. All it said was lower back pain without sciactica.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/12/2025

    Best doctor I’ve ever had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Thank you for taking time with each patient. The calls after blood work. The time in the office explaining and showing results. Discussing what's next and so on.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is always pleasant and is always ready for you. He knows what you’ve had in the past. He knows how you’re doing right now and he always talks about what needs to be done in the future overall he is excellent at what he does. I trust Dr Schaeffer.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is the best doctor I ever had!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is awesome. Answers my questions, calls promptly with test results and takes time to explain things. I always feel he’s genuinely interested in giving me the best care possible and that I’m comfortable with the direction my health care takes

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/5/2025

    Great Doctor..that's why I have ben seeing him for so long.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/5/2025

    It’s so comforting to speak to a doctor who knows you and your history.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    I hope he does not retire

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    He explains every thing when going over medical tests..

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    I trust him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Nice guy

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2025

    Great doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    Great doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    I have and would recommend family and friends to Dr. SCHAEFFER.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Excellent doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2025

    I am now retired, but in my 46 years in hospital-based health care I have worked with hundreds of physicians. Judging the level of competence and care any individual one of them could provide has become second nature to me. Dr Schaeffer is top notched.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    I’ve been with him forever.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    He's a good, caring Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is a credit to the medical profession. Should be valued as the gold standard for physicians.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Very nice and understanding

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    Very intelligent and pleasant

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    he is very caring. He gets the medication that you need and ask questions and he doesn’t make it feel like you’re being rushed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    He is the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2025

    He sometimes seems a bit rushed but still very attentive

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    I am very satisfied.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    I’ve been with him for over 20 years and have never had a bad experience with him. So glad I found him!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2025

    we trust Dr Schaffer immensely

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer lessons and response to the problems that I’m dealing with. Normally he calls me on the phone to tell me what the situation is when he gets that information.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/4/2025

    Always takes good care of me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/2/2025

    He is so excellent and knowledgeable. Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2025

    Good listener

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    Dr. Michael Schaeffer and his staff are an exceptional team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Very understanding and thorough doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    He is a excellent and understanding doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2025

    I’m 66 years old I’ve been with Dr.schaffer quite a few years before him. I had a lot of other doctors either. They didn’t understand me or I couldn’t understand them. He is a great doctor. We’re understanding each other.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Like I said I've been going to see him for a long time Dr Schaefer he knows my medical history

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is a doctor who cares for his patients by asking, listening and responding in a timely manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2025

    Take the time to talk to you and explain your condition

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is very helpful and knowledgeable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/9/2025

    I love him as my physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    He’s the best doctor I’ve ever had

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Great doctor

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    Always polite and informative in letting me know what I should be doing to keep myself healthy

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/3/2025

    The best Dr that I've ever gone to for general practice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Listens and helps with any issues I have

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    I appreciated his phone call the next morning for a review of lab results.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer listen to his patience s

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    He is the best doctor I’ve ever had! He attends to my concerns and needs and really cares for my family and myself. He takes an interest in everyday life and is fully invested in providing patients with the best care possible!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2025

    Dr Schaeffer listens to my health concerns and provides me the care I need.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Glad and opportuned to have Dr. Michael Schaefer as my physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    Good discussion on alternative and additional treatment options available for future considerations. Also had new potential health issues and quickly discussed those for next steps.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2025

    I have significant experience working with physicians and based upon my interactions with this practice to date I expect to be their patient long term.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is very thorough with going over my bloodwork and answering any questions I may have.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2025

    Excellent listener. Cautious and thorough doctor. Does least invasive treatment first.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is excellent and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/8/2025

    I don't have a single complaint

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2025

    Love my Dr.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2025

    Dr.shaffer cares about his patients. He’s very dedicated to the care of patients he listens to what is going on and is compassionate, understanding and just genuinely cares .

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/15/2025

    Doctor always seems rushed, he covers everything but rushed, not any time to discuss a concern if needed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/14/2025

    He asks questions, listens to my answers and asked good follow up questions

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer checked out my knee and found out where the specific pain was the point of the pain. He sent me to have x-rays within the building and I find that to be a very good thing. I didn’t have to travel. I went around the corner of his office to another office.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is a Rock Star but extremely professional. Not too good with jokes but he does try!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2025

    Love the staff. From the ladies at the front desk whom make you feel welcome when you first walk in. Also when you’re checking out and making a new appointment. To the ladies in the back. They make you feel like your taking with and old friend you haven’t seen in awhile. It’s such a relaxing atmosphere.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2025

    Excellent Service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2025

    I’m very pleased

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2025

    It’s a win-win situation when you go see Dr Schaeffer, everything you need will be seen to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2025

    Dr Schaeffer and Brandy are excellent and helped me to feel better.