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Dr. Brian Schafer, MD

Dr. Brian Schafer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Schafer, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Cape Girardeau, MO and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tennessee College of Medicine in 1993. He is affiliated with Saint Francis Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 52 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (52 reviews)

Advanced Orthopedic Specialists

48 Doctors Park Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
Telehealth available

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(573) 335-8257

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Schafer specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine, Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schafer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schafer

3.6

52 ratings, 33 with a written review
5 Star
63%
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4 Star
2%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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33%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Cape Girardeau, MO – Jan 18, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jeff Till – Dec 01, 2023
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mike Ashby – Jul 07, 2023
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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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May 12, 2023
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jenny C – Mar 24, 2023
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What went well
  • 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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Joseph Michael Reddick – Mar 19, 2023
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Bessie McRoy – Mar 19, 2023
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No results
What could be improved
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Mar 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Lindsey Stout – Mar 07, 2023
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What went well
  • 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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Feb 28, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Feb 16, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Terry Bell – Feb 10, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 07, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Disgusted patient – Feb 03, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mac89 – Dec 31, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Dan Mclean – Dec 17, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Oct 04, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Deborah Barrozo – Sep 17, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Randy – Aug 26, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Melinda – Aug 26, 2022
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About Me

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care philosophy

I want to work with my patients to make sure they understand what their condition is and all the treatment options for that condition. Getting better is a team effort and if you understand what is causing the problem you will be better able to particip

biography

I was born and raised in south Louisiana. I lived in Baton Rouge until I graduated high school. I went to college at Rhodes College, medical school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, and orthopedic training at Campbell Clinic,...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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

  • The Campbell Foundation|university Tenn/memphis Campbell Clin|university Tenn/memphis Campbell Clin

    Residency Hospital

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital|baptist Memorial Hospital|baptist Memorial Hospital - Memphis

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Tennessee College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Sports Medicine†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Advanced Orthopedic Specialists

Advanced Orthopedic Specialists - Cape Girardeau48 Doctors Park Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Francis Medical Center

    211 Saint Francis Dr
    Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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