Dr. Steven Schafer, MD
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Dr. Steven Schafer, MD
Orthopedic Surgery
Dr. Steven Schafer, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Bradenton, FL. Dr. Schafer has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery and Knee & Lower Limb Surgery. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Blake Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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Bradenton, FL 34209
Locations
Coastal Orthopedics - West Bradenton
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- Hours
- Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
- Directions
Coastal Orthopedics - SR 64 East
Coastal Orthopedics, Lakewood Ranch, FL
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- Fax
- Hours
- Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
- Sat: closed
- Sun: closed
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At a Glance
- Area of Expertise • Dr. Schafer specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. 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.
- Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Schafer's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schafer
4.3
| 5 Star | 81% | 81% |
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| 1 Star | 19% | 19% |
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About Me
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We are a world-class healthcare organization specializing in the care and treatment of the entire musculoskeletal system, including: orthopedics, sports medicine, and pain management. Our specialists also have advanced expertise in work-related...read morebiography
Dr. Steven Schafer is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in knee and shoulder surgery as well as sports injuries. He completed his fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine and arthroscopy at the world-renowned American Sports...read moreOrthopedic Surgery
Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedics
Regenerative Medicine
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American Sports Medicine Institute
Fellowship HospitalUniversity Of Missouri
Residency HospitalUniversity Of Missouri
Internship HospitalUniversity Of Michigan
Medical School
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Learn more about medical license public record checkManatee County Medical Society, Member
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, Member
The Eats Baltimore Lift; A Simple and Effective Method for Reduction of Posterior Hip Dislocations
Heterotopic Ossification in Rehabilitation patients Who Had Internal Fixation of Acetabular Fractures, 2000
Proteglycan Metabolism is Age Related and Modulated by Isoforms of Platelet Derived Growth Factor in Bovine Articular Cartilage Explant Cultures, 1993
Top Doctor – Castle Connolly, 2012-16,18
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 14
hospital awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
View all awardsAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
76%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home8% lower than the national average
65%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well11% lower than the national average
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