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Kathleen Schaeffer

Kathleen Schaeffer, DO, FACOG

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult 18-65
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Female

Affiliations

  • Cooper University Hospital

About Kathleen Schaeffer

Title

Head, Section of Gynecology

Obstetrician-Gynecologist

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University Titles

Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology

Awards and Honors

South Jersey Magazine "Best Physicians for Women" - 2014

South Jersey Magazine "Best Doctors 2015"

Departments

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Programs & Centers

Center for LGBTQ+ Health

Practice Groups

Cooper University Physicians

Locations

    • 3 Cooper Plaza, Sheridan Pavilion, Suite 104, Camden, NJ 08103
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Clinical Interests

Minimally invasive surgery, breastfeeding, LGBTQ+ health

Education and Training

Education

  • Residency: Cooper University Hospital, Ob/Gyn, 2005
  • Internship: Medical University of South Carolina Health University Medical Center, Surgery, 2001
  • Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2000

Board Certifications

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2008

Insurance

Cooper University Health Care accepts the following health plans. For questions about co-payments, deductibles, and the specific procedures your plan covers, please contact your plan provider.
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  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid HMO
  • Aetna Dental Health
  • Aetna First Health (Coventry)
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  • Aetna Whole Health
  • Aetna Workers Comp
  • AmeriHealth Comp Services (Workers Comp)
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  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey HMO/PPO
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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

283 ratings, 74 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    I feel very good about the attention I receive from all the staff; they are very kind.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    The whole team from checkin to check out was amazing and very helpful

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr. Schaffer always takes time to ask if I have any questions and concerns. She tries to give me as much information as possible.

  • Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is an extremely knowledgeable but down to earth doctor. She always takes the time to answer my questions and listen to my concerns. She follows through with her referrals, follow up tasks, etc. in a very timely manner. The Sewell OB/GYN office always makes me feel welcome and taken care of.

  • Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Awesome and very professionally run

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    The staff is very professional. The office is clean & Dr. Scheaffer is the best ! !

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Very nice and caring and cordial atmosphere.

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    very satisfied

  • Reviewed on 11/11/2025

    Everyone was so nice and friendly from the front desk to the medical assistant to the nurses to the doctor. Definitely recommending to family and friends!

  • Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    She was very kind and very precise in her question and answer.

  • Reviewed on 11/1/2025

    She was thorough and quick!

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is AMAZING. She is compassionate and always listens making you feel like you are the only person in the office.

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    I work with Dr. Schaeffer and I'm a part of the faculty for the generalist OB/GYN providers. Dr. Schaeffer fit me in her schedule for this endometrial biopsy. She was gentle, caring, compassionate. Absolutely amazing.

  • Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    I truly like and respect Dr. Schaeffer.

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    I had a very pleasant experience at my wellness visit. My doctor and the nursing staff answered all my questions and was very kind to me during my appointment.

  • Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    I switched over to Cooper about a year and a half ago and I've been very happy with Dr. Schaefer. She truly cares. Takes detailed notes and answers questions to my understanding. I never feel like she talks over my head and I also feel like she's invested in my overall well-being.

  • Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is thorough and listens to any of my concerns.

  • Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is the best. Her office staff is wonderful. I had the best experience in the Sewell office.

  • Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    She is very concerned about me as a person and I feel very much cared for when I am with her knowledge and care make the best

  • Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    I was in and out in 35 minutes - that's the shortest it's ever taken and I wish it was always that way!

  • Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer and her team were amazing!

  • Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is easy to talk to, and she really listens.

  • Reviewed on 9/26/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is wonderful. She is kind and compassionate. She carefully listened to me and explained various options so I could easily understand and make the best decision medically.

  • Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    I always have a good experience at this facility. Staff is aways pleasant and professional.

  • Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Dr Schaefer and the office staff were very efficient . I had a minimal wait time and everyone was extremely polite and showed that they genuinely cared.

  • Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    Dr Schaffer is a wonderful caring person. I saw her for the first time and was very happy with my decision to see her

  • Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Everyone was wonderful! I had to wait a bit for an appointment but that is not an issue for me as she is a great physician.

  • Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Love Dr Schaefer and her staff. Always accommodating, understanding, patient and attentive.

  • Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    I've been going to Dr.Schaefer for over 20 years and that speaks volumes. Even living in Philly I'll take that ride to see her. She's a wonderful person and doctor.

  • Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Dr Schaeffer is very patient with me , explained my treatment and she provided a translation when I asked. So , I trust her as my Dr. and I am very confident with her.

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    It was my first time meeting with this doctor and she put me at ease immediately. I walked into the appointment with alot of anxiety and I left feeling much more confident and less nervous.

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Exceptionally pt. Care

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    It was a bit of a wait, but I assume it was because she takes her time with each patient. I like her.

  • Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    I'd like to compliment Kathleen Schaefer. She's been my gynecologist and she's great. She's personable, she's caring, she's a good listener and a good advisor. I would recommend her greatly. She's a great person. Thank you,

  • Reviewed on 8/4/2025

    Always friendly, fast and courteous.

  • Reviewed on 8/2/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is my most favorite doctor, from my entire life experience. She is a gem of a person.

  • Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Dr Schaeffer made me feel comfortable and confident in trusting in her. She showed interest in me and asked appropriate questions. I would recommend Dr. Schaeffer to anyone looking for an OB-GYN doctor. Thank you for your service!

  • Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is the best and the staff is great! Seems like a lot of new people in the office, but I was still provided with the same level of service.

  • Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    I really liked the gynecologist's treatment and humility. I wish other areas of health would do the same. Often, you need to see a specialist and can't get an appointment when you need it.

  • Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    Wonderful doctor!

  • Reviewed on 7/6/2025

    Great place and I really like my dr. She's fabulous and very family oriented and caring

  • Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    Truly a fantastic doctor. Would recommend to family and friends.

  • Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Excellent doctor and staff. Great experience

  • Reviewed on 6/19/2025

    I am happy with my visit. The provider was understanding and patient and she resolved my issues. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    Everything went well thank you

  • Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Dr.Schaffer was very professional and answered all of my questions. I felt very comfortable with her and her assistant. My appointment went smoothly and she helped me with my medication. I truly appreciate her and my experience.

  • Reviewed on 5/22/2025

    The staff were very friendly.

  • Reviewed on 5/5/2025

    Yes, everyone in the office was very friendly, had a great appointment with Dr. Schaeffer, like her very much, very kind, very thorough, explains everything, asks if I had any questions and yeah, it was a very great experience. I would highly recommend Dr. Schaeffer to family or friends. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    It was wonderful.

  • Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    The best dr

  • Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Dr. Schaffer is a caring and compassionate provider. She always makes me feel at ease and explains my medical issues and options simply. Additionally, my appts with her are always a safe space to discuss any concerns and/or ask questions

  • Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Everyone was kind and always willing to help.

  • Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    Doctors and ALL staff are always so pleasant and friendly! Always. Very positive experience!

  • Reviewed on 4/12/2025

    So appreciate Dr. Schaeffer. Always professional and makes you feel at ease. Staff is friendly and caring as well. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 4/11/2025

    I came later after my scheduled time. The receptionist helped me to ask Dr. Schaeffer if she could see me. Every time they always made this happen. I really appreciate how much they care about patient.

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    Friendly staff

  • Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    The Dr and staff was very courteous.

  • Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer Is one of the most caring and patient physicians I've seen. I trust her implicitly.

  • Reviewed on 4/2/2025

    I always have a great experience when I see my providers!

  • Reviewed on 3/26/2025

    Thank you for listening and talking me through it

  • Reviewed on 3/21/2025

    Everyone was amazing and treated me like I was their only patient!

  • Reviewed on 3/21/2025

    Great job

  • Reviewed on 3/13/2025

    My mother was admitted through the ED-everyone she interacted with showed her the utmost care, kindness, & compassion. They also showed great empathy & compassion to our family during her stay. From the front desk to Jackie her med NP-everyone was terrific.

  • Reviewed on 3/13/2025

    Love Dr. Schaeffer she is always nice, informative and cares about what I think and feel

  • Reviewed on 3/7/2025

    I have complete confidence in Dr. Schaefer. She's terrific and also kind. I have nothing but good things to say. My only complaint has nothing to do with Dr. Schaefer. Some of the waiting could be cut down and that would make me happy.

  • Reviewed on 3/5/2025

    Great

  • Reviewed on 2/16/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer is amazing. She is kind, caring, and knowledgeable. She explains everything in a way I can easily understand. She also is thorough.

  • Reviewed on 2/14/2025

    I love Dr. Schaeffer. She is very humane, very caring, and very careful with her clients, her patients.

  • Reviewed on 2/12/2025

    Overall excellent.

  • Reviewed on 2/11/2025

    Dr. Schaeffer was kind, gentle and patient. She definitely used a holistic approach and quickly developed a trusting and therapeutic relationship. Very pleased with exam and recommendations/orders. Very thorough.

  • Reviewed on 1/31/2025

    The staff was very friendly and helpful. Dr Schaefer was friendly, caring, and made you feel very comfortable. Explained everything she was doing so you could relax. I'm so glad I chose her.

  • Reviewed on 1/31/2025

    My 1st visit. Everyone was wonderful! Very pleasant and happy atmosphere. Made me feel very relaxed and at ease.

  • Reviewed on 1/30/2025

    I was totally confused and upset over the symptoms I was experiencing. And my Physician Dr Schaeffer, reassured me that we would get to the bottom of it.

  • Reviewed on 1/30/2025

    I Love the way she listens to me and not only hears me she understands