SSM Health Medical Group
Katie Schaefer, APRN-CNP
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Practitioner, Gastroenterology

SSM Health Medical Group
12277 DePaul Drive, Suite 500 Bridgeton, MO 63044
Katie Schaefer, AGPCNP-BC, is an adult-gerontology nurse practitioner, who specializes in diagnosing and treating digestive disorders in adult patients ages 18 and older. Her areas of expertise include gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and ulcerative colitis (UC).
As a patient-centered practitioner, Katie takes the time to get to know her patients, so she can better understand their needs and provide the proper care to address their medical issues. She coordinates care management with her colleagues to ensure her patients receive an accurate diagnosis, optimum treatment, and ongoing support to help them navigate better navigate their condition and improve quality of life.
Prior to specializing in adult-gerontology, Katie worked as a registered nurse in cardiac rehab, cardiothoracic care, and geriatrics. She also has extensive experience caring for critically ill patients in a hospital setting.
As a patient-centered practitioner, Katie takes the time to get to know her patients, so she can better understand their needs and provide the proper care to address their medical issues. She coordinates care management with her colleagues to ensure her patients receive an accurate diagnosis, optimum treatment, and ongoing support to help them navigate better navigate their condition and improve quality of life.
Prior to specializing in adult-gerontology, Katie worked as a registered nurse in cardiac rehab, cardiothoracic care, and geriatrics. She also has extensive experience caring for critically ill patients in a hospital setting.
About Me
Specialties
Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
Gastroenterology
Gender
Female
Education
Maryville University
Master of Science in Nursing, 2023
Saint Louis University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 2018
Hospital Affiliations
SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
Certifications
American Nurses Credentialing Center-Verification
Missouri State Board of Nursing
Medical Interests
GERD Gastroesophageal reflux disease
IBS Irritable bowel syndrome
Ulcerative colitis
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
Reviews are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score.
Question Breakdown
4.9Overall Experience4.9Listened Carefully4.8Explained Things Clearly4.6Knew Medical History4.9Involved in Care Decisions4.9Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient Reviews
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4.8 out of 5
30 ratings,
12 reviews
7/8/2026
Katie L Schaefer is very caring Dr l really love her ❤️
6/11/2026
She was open, attentive, listened, made consistent eye contact and answered questions in an understandable way. It was obvious to me she had made time to study my prior visits with my primary care and GI doctors.
5/27/2026
Listens well, responsive to my needs
3/26/2026
She was very friendly, explained everything to me so I understood it and she did not rush through any of it. She took her time.
3/14/2026
She was very helpful in me understanding my labs, medications and tests needed.
Map & Directions
SSM Health Medical Group
12277 DePaul Drive, Suite 500 Bridgeton, MO 63044
Mon
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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