Dr. Kathleen M. Schafer
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Dr. Kathleen M. Schafer
From infants to the elderly, Dr. Schafer can help alleviate your foot ailments so you can do the things you love without pain. No matter how busy your schedule is, we'll always find time to get you the treatment you need with our flexible hours. You're not just a number; you're part of our family. We'll work as hard as we can to get to the bottom of your issue and won't give up until we have an answer.
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For the past 20 years, Dr. Kathleen M. Schafer has been helping people throughout the Chicagoland area eliminate foot and ankle pain. She is certified in MLS Laser treatment, CO2 laser treatment, Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy for heel pain, diagnostic ultrasound, and has trained to use radiofrequency surgical techniques for less pain and minimal scarring.
Don't let foot and ankle pain stop you from living your life! Dr. Kathleen M. Schafer offers MLS Laser Therapy in the office, and it is an effective, proven, pain-free treatment for foot and ankle conditions such as plantar fasciitis (heel pain), foot and ankle pain, knee pain, arthritis, foot and ankle sprains, gout, neuropathy, and more!
If you're diabetic, you need to take extra care when it comes to your feet. Decreased blood flow and lack of feeling can allow open sores to form on the feet, so finding the correct shoes for your feet is critical. Dr. Kathleen M. Schafer can fit you with a pair of diabetic shoes from Dr. Comfort, one of the best diabetic shoe providers in the industry.
There are many benefits to having your diagnostic tests performed in our office - the convenience in-house testing provides, the confidence it allows us to have in our diagnoses, but most importantly, how quickly it allows us to reach the correct diagnosis. From state-of-the-art digital X-rays, diagnostic ultrasound, and PADnet Vascular Testing, Dr. Kathleen M. Schafer keeps it in-house to provide you with the most complete treatment possible.
Everyone wants their feet to feel good, & not to be thinking about how much they ache. For as long as I can remember, I struggled with bunions, over pronation and flat feet. My feet hurt, and I was thinking about my aching feet all the time. I had seen another podiatrist off and on over the years with no real success.
Reviews (14)
Claire Bono
Claire Bono
Jan 25, 2022
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Thank to Dr. Schaeffer's team. I am back now to my normal life, i can walk with no pain. I remember the first time i walked in to her clinic, i cannot walk properly nor stand for long time. With her clinical and team's expertise i had the best and wonderful time while i was under thier care. Words is not enough to thank them.
The place has a very welcomy ambiance and relaxing atmosphere. .
Again 5 stars to Dr. Schaeffer and team. You are the best!!!!
Jaclyn H.
Jaclyn H.
Jul 29, 2021
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This place has an old school vibe, which I love. They still use paper file folders and have you fill out information on paper instead of online. Dr Schafer is very friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend her!! The receptionist calls you the day before the appointment and explains all of your benefits to you from your insurance company. It's very helpful and they are very friendly.
Les DeCourcey
Les DeCourcey
Feb 16, 2021
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I’ve been going to Dr. Schafer’s office for three weeks for laser treatments on both of my feet. I have had pain in my feet for years. Walking was more often just torture, let alone the agony of going up and down stairs. I’m currently halfway through my six weeks of treatment and I cannot believe how good my feet feel - walking is nearly painless and I’m doing those stairs like a normal human. The entire staff is friendly, helpful and professional. I highly recommend this practice to anyone with foot issues.
Genna Tardi
Genna Tardi
Jan 22, 2021
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Dr. Schafer is extremely bright, caring, attentive, and thorough — everything you want and need from a Medical professional. Not to mention, even during Covid, her entire team is doing an above and beyond job to keep the office clean and protect the health of their patients. Highly recommend.
Jennifer Jacobi
Jennifer Jacobi
Jan 16, 2021
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We have been going to Dr. Schafer for 10+ years. She is caring, knowledgeable, and always takes the time to make sure you know what is going on with your health. She goes above and beyond for her patients. Her staff always greet you with a smile. We have since moved out of the area but will make the 1+ hour drive to Brookfield before we try someone around us.
Kelly Rivera
Kelly Rivera
Oct 27, 2020
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Dr. Schafer and staff are amazing! She is so personable and thorough with her diagnosis and explanations which makes it so easy to understand the condition and dynamics that caused it. We (3 family members) will drive an hour to be seen by her and her expertise! I would recommend Dr. Schafer to anyone needing help with podiatry!
Michelle Rudman
Michelle Rudman
Oct 17, 2020
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Our entire family has been seeing Dr. Kathy for 15 years. She's amazing! Not only will she go above and beyond in resolving/treating your condition, but she'll take all the time needed to make sure you understand your options. She has the best bed-side manner and is so patient with kids and seniors, too. The office is welcoming and always clean. I have to add, the office staff is top-notch as well. Parking is never an issue.
Danielle Pugh
Danielle Pugh
Sep 12, 2020
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Dr. Kathy Shafer and her crew are the absolute best. Foot pain is not only painful but mentally scary. Your mind goes to the worst place that you’ll never be pain free. That fear came from years of pain and my history with other doctors. Dr. Shafer thoroughly went through what was wrong, and explained it to me in non medical terms so I could understand. And 3 years later I am pain free!!! I never thought I would say that!!! Thank you!!!!!!
Jennifer Kelly
Jennifer Kelly
Sep 05, 2020
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My two boys and I see Dr. Schafer for everything related to our feet. Flat feet, extra bone, arthritic toes... she and the staff are AMAZING. Friendly and warm, everything is explained up front. Dr. Schafer even found a hairline fracture other dr had missed at urgent care.
Kelly Ann
Kelly Ann
Jul 28, 2020
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After two other podiatrist were quick to suggest surgery, Dr. Schafer listened to my concerns, discussed treatment options & we agreed on a last ditch effort of a stem cell injection for my shredded, necrotic sesamoid. I am beyond satisfied with the results. After two years of suffering and visiting several specialists, multiple tries of PT, what felt like hundreds of x-rays, an MRI and two bone growth stimulators, it took one visit for Dr. Schafer to look outside the box and suggest something revolutionary. My sesamoid is completely healed, which I never thought would happen.
I highly recommend
Laurie Berg
Laurie Berg
Jun 15, 2020
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Dr Schaefer took wonderful and exceptional care of my son with his severe ingrown toenail that was causing him a great deal of pain. She was able to numb the area thoroughly and he tolerated the procedure so well that he he didn't even flinch. She took all the time he needed to feel comfortable and pain free
Lori M.
Lori M.
Apr 03, 2016
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I would like to shout from the rooftops, but Yelp will suffice. Dr. Schafer and her staff are amazing! They have a comfortable, relaxing office where they truly care about their patients. Treatment is done at the patient's convenience, not necessarily the staff's. Dr. Schafer keeps up on the latest technology such as MLS Laser Therapy and Quell Pain Management. I am a very recent patient of the MLS Laser Therapy (10 treatments within 3 weeks) and am now pain free for the first time in almost 2 years! I feel like a new person. If you are looking for help with lower leg, ankle or foot
Hope Z.
Hope Z.
Sep 11, 2015
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I highly recommend this place, it's a one stop shop. I got my X-ray, Ultra Sound and inserts for my shoes all in the office. Dr. Schafer is so personable and professional at the same time.
The Staff is amazing friendly and helpful. Can't imagine going anywhere else. 5 Star office!
Karen B.
Karen B.
May 15, 2015
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The whole staff is very friendly, they seem to know all their patients well and they seem very knowledgeable in their field. Appointments areeasy to get, she runs on time. An additional bonus the basic diagnostic equipment like xray and ultrasound are available right in the office, no need to go elsewhere and then come back for a second appointment...huge time saver and great convenience especially when foot/ankle injuries make it hard to get around. I had a torn tendon my former dr gave me the option of surgery with a several month healing process, including completely off the foot for a month