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Dr. Douglas Sheffer, MD

Dr. Douglas Sheffer, MD

Cardiology*

Dr. Douglas Sheffer, MD is a cardiologist in Evansville, IN. Dr. Sheffer has extensive experience in Adult Congenital Heart Conditions and Heart Conditions. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Deaconess Henderson Hospital and Ascension St. Vincent Evansville. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 73 reviews 5 Star Rating (73 reviews)

Ascension Medical Group-St. Vincent Evansville Heart Care

901 Saint Marys Dr Ste 300 Evansville, IN 47714
Telehealth available

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sheffer is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital Vincennes, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for cardiology.

Dr. Sheffer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sheffer specializes in the area of Cardiovascular Disease. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Sheffer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sheffer

5.0
73 ratings, 62 with a written review
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He is always prepared and aware of my husband’s current condition. Very kind and personable. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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David Boomershine – Apr 14, 2025
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Excellent Dr that can relate to his patients
Understanding Dr
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2025
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Telehealth
The professional and caring
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 01, 2025
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Excellent Cardiologist
Dr. Sheffer is very knowledgeable, mild mannered and is an excellent communicator. Speaks in simple, everyday words. Explains results, symptoms and plan of care fully. Answers any and ALL questions you have. Never seems rushed and is always on time for your appointment! Very nice and kind Doctor. Staff is friendly and efficient.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Linda J – Mar 17, 2025
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Best Anywhere!
I first came to Dr. Sheffer as a very sick person with high blood pressure. Thanks to his care, my blood pressure is excellent, and I am healthy again. I can’t recommend him enough or share all the praise he deserves. He is the GOAT! I highly suggest you retain him as your physician if you want quality care. It doesn’t get better than this.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Lisa Hale – Feb 25, 2025
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He comes to the appointment on time, and well prepared.Listens and his feedback “ pulls no punches “He showed an openness to “ second opinion “ as situation dictated.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Bill pataki – Jan 04, 2025
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An excellent Doctor cares deeply for his patients.
His patience and empathy for his patients. So very kind and very thorough and explained things perfectly.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 18, 2024
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Dr. Sheffer
Wish all doctors could be as great as Dr. Shaffer. He's the epitome of of what every Healthcare professional should be to every patient.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 16, 2024
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He is a great doctor. He us friendly and helpful s
He's friendly and sets down and talks to you. He always has time for your guestion.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Terri – Oct 11, 2024
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Happy Patient
Dr. Sheffer is incredibly professional and caring. He's the best. I highly recommend.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 04, 2024
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Very through doctor
He comes in prepared and knows about your issues
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 26, 2024
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Recheck
Dr.Sceffer, listed to me about what is going on. My husband went In with me on this visit
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Connie – Sep 13, 2024
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Caring, knowledgeable, engaged with patient care
Takes time to fully explain & to listen. Knowledgeable, organized, caring, and fully engaged in your care. Does due diligence in pulling up your history and understanding it before the first meeting. Sets a high standard in patient care.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John – Sep 04, 2024
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Fantastic
Met him in the ER after being taken there by ambulance. He diagnosed something the others didn’t. He became my cardiologist and found a couple other issues he has been watching. A wonderfully knowledgeable, intelligent, and caring doctor. His office is efficient and friendly. I will see his Nurse Practitioner for maintenance visits, but he will always see me for the big thins.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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SGSmith – Sep 04, 2024
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Highest recommendation
I have been a patient of Dr Sheffer since March 2018. Dr. Sheffer has always treated me with such respect and warmth. He always take as much time as I need explaining my health issues in a manner without looking down on me. He gets to know you as not only a patient but as a person. Extremely knowledgeable and his office staff are always so pleasant and helpful. Highly recommend to anyone seeking his services and care.!! I am always bragging on him to my family , my friends and coworkers :)
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Pamela Simcox – Aug 11, 2024
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Excellent Physician!
Dr. Sheffer is an excellent physician and a kind person in general. Due to my specific medical condition, I have numerous specialists. I also have a daughter with special needs. This means interaction with MANY physicians for many years now. I am blessed with some excellent care for which I am very grateful. Yet, I have to say there are situations with mediocre care and some that require me to accept competence over kindness, respect, and professionalism. With Dr. Sheffer, I don’t have to choose. He is very competent, knowledgeable, excellent in his specialty AND is kind, respectful and caring. I would highly recommend Dr. Sheffer.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tami Canter-Powell – May 21, 2024
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Professional, knowledgeable, empathetic, informati
Shares his thinking process, conclusions, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner for a lay person to understand.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lucas – May 03, 2024
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THE BEST OF THE BEST!
In a world full of doctors that do not care, Dr. Sheffer does not fit in that category. He goes above and beyond to help me outside of his specialty. I cannot thank him enough for all he has done and continues to do for me. Thank you Dr. Sheffer!!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Meredith R. – Apr 04, 2024
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Just a super nice human being!
Upon leaving the office, my 90 year old Dad says “ is it wrong to say that I love my cardiologist?” Dr Sheffer is a gem and treats his patients like family. He genuinely listens to what they have to say !!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kimbra Fickas – Mar 29, 2024
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Excellent Doctor
Dr Sheffer is very thorough, kind and patient with his explanations to his patients.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mari L – Feb 13, 2024
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About Me

biography

Douglas Sheffer, MD, FACC offers services at multiple Indiana, Southern Illinois, and Kentucky locations. Contact your preferred location to book an appointment.
  • Cardiology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Cardiovascular Disease
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Dr. Sheffer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Cardiology

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    Locations

    Ascension Medical Group-St. Vincent Evansville Heart Care

    AMG St. Vincent Evansville Heart Care901 Saint Marys Dr Ste 300 Evansville, IN 47714
    1

    Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent Henderson Cardiology

    2

    Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent Westside Crossing Cardiology

    Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent Westside Crossing Cardiology100 S Rosenberger Ave Ste B200 Evansville, IN 47712
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Ascension St. Vincent Evansville

      3700 Washington Ave
      Evansville, IN 47714
      Recipient of 7
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Good Samaritan Hospital

      520 S 7th St
      Vincennes, IN 47591
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Coronary Intervention Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in coronary intervention procedures (angioplasty with stent)

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Deaconess Henderson Hospital

      1305 N Elm St
      Henderson, KY 42420
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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