Cardiology

Gary Schafer, MD

Forest City, NC

Dr. Gary Schafer, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist who practices in Forest City, NC. He is 70 years old and has been practicing for 40 years.

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Credentials

Years in Practice

40+ years

Peer Recognition

Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2017-2026 (10 years)
Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Cardiac Critical Care

Conditions & Treatments

Heart Failure

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center
Rutherford Regional Medical Center

Conditions Dr. Schafer treats

Heart Failure

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Schafer accept Aetna insurance?

Gary Schafer's public profile lists Aetna, Ambetter, and Blue Cross Blue Shield plus 6 more health plans as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Schafer practice?

Gary Schafer practices in Forest City, NC with hospital affiliations including Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center and Rutherford Regional Medical Center.

What does Dr. Schafer specialize in?

Gary Schafer is a board-certified cardiology specialist with focus areas in Cardiac Critical Care.

How long has Dr. Schafer been practicing?

Gary Schafer has 40+ years of clinical experience in cardiology.