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Dr. Sharon Schaefer, MD

General Surgery* Age 67
Dr. Sharon Schaefer, MD
4.2 (20 Ratings)
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Dr. Sharon Schaefer, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Palmer, AK.
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Dr. Sharon Schaefer, MD

General Surgery* Age 67
Palmer, AK
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34 years of experience
Dr. Sharon Schaefer, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Palmer, AK.

About

Dr. Sharon Schaefer, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Palmer, AK and has 34 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Mat-Su Regional Medical Center. Dr. Schaefer has experience treating conditions like Stomach Cancer and Colorectal Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Schaefer received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Schaefer is board certified in General Surgery.

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Stomach Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Abdominal Pain
Barrett's Esophagus
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Hemorrhoids
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Mastectomy
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Biopsy of Breast
Colectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Appendectomy
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Puncture Aspiration
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracentesis
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Sharon K Schaefer MD Inc.
    2490 S Woodworth Loop Ste 300, Palmer, AK 99645
  2. 2 Office
    2521 E Mountain Village Dr Ste B, Wasilla, AK 99654

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schaefer
4.2
Based on 20 Reviews
5 Stars (15)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (1)
1 Star (3)

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Mar 25, 2020
Fantastic surgeon! Wonderful, kind staff. Dr Sharon goes above and beyond. She really CARES for her patients. I consider her a friend. ??
Nina — Mar 25, 2020
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY
    1990
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Sharon Schaefer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Schaefer's profile.

Dr. Schaefer frequently treats the following conditions: Stomach Cancer and Colorectal Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Sharon Schaefer, MD is affiliated with Mat-Su Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Sharon Schaefer, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Mat-Su Regional Medical Center

    2500 S Woodworth Loop, Palmer, AK