
Overview
Edward Schaefer is a Sleep Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Schaefer is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Cerebral Hypoxia, Lung Metastases, and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Suite 201, Columbia, MD 21045
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Inova Medical Group - Transplant Specialties
Schar Chair, Advanced Lung Disease and Lung Transplant Medical Director, Advanced Lung Disease and Lung Transplant Program, Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Professor of Medical Education, University of Virginia, Inova CampusSteven D. Nathan, MD, FCCP, is the medical director of Inova’s Advanced Lung Disease Program and Lung Transplant Program. He is also a professor of medicine at the University of Virginia.Dr. Nathan is board certified in pulmonary diseases, critical care medicine and internal medicine. The author of more than 500 publications, Dr. Nathan is internationally recognized for his expertise in advanced lung diseases. He is co-editor of two books on idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis that provide pulmonologists and other healthcare workers with an up-to-date review of the background and advances in the field: Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis and Guide to Clinical Management of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. He also has written original research manuscripts, abstracts, reviews and book chapters. Dr. Nathan is a reviewer for multiple journals and is on the editorial board for the journal, Thorax. He has served on multiple committees, including U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory boards as well as steering committees for clinical trials in IPF and pulmonary hypertension, where he has also served as chair. Dr. Nathan is a member of several professional medical associations, including the American Thoracic Society, the American College of Chest Physicians, and the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation. He has delivered talks and been chairperson of numerous sessions at many national and international conferences. Dr. Nathan is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Transplant, and Prostatectomy.
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Dr. Danoff is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and Co-Director of the Hopkins Interstitial Lung Disease Clinic. She is a specialist in diseases causing fibrosis or scarring in the lung, particularly those associated with autoimmune diseases including myositis. Dr. Danoff is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Interstitial Lung Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.
Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
Dr. Jun is a pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine physician. He is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing, and in the care of critically ill patients in the Medical ICU. He is a member of the Sleep Fellowship Program Evaluation and Clinical Competency Committee and provides teaching to medical students and residents at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Jun is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Hypoxia, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Central Sleep Apnea, and Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Edward W. Schaefer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Edward W. Schaefer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Edward W. Schaefer by calling their office at 410-740-3635. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Edward W. Schaefer a top-rated expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Edward W. Schaefer is classified as an Advanced expert for Obstructive Sleep Apnea, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Edward W. Schaefer specialize in?
While Dr. Edward W. Schaefer is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Cerebral Hypoxia, and Lung Metastases. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.
Does Dr. Edward W. Schaefer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Edward W. Schaefer has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obstructive Sleep Apnea. You can view a list of Dr. Edward W. Schaefer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Edward W. Schaefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Edward W. Schaefer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 410-740-3635 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- AsthmaDr. Schaefer isAdvanced. Learn about Asthma.
- Asthma in ChildrenDr. Schaefer isAdvanced. Learn about Asthma in Children.
- Cerebral HypoxiaDr. Schaefer isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- DrowsinessDr. Schaefer isAdvanced. Learn about Drowsiness.
- Excessive Daytime SleepinessDr. Schaefer isAdvanced. Learn about Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.
- Experienced
- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- BronchiectasisDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- BronchitisDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Bronchitis.
- Central Sleep ApneaDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Central Sleep Apnea.


