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Dr. Brian Shafer, MD

Dr. Brian Shafer, MD

Sports Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Brian Shafer, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Phoenix, AZ and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 1998. He is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 274 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (274 reviews)

Practice

5355 E High St Unit 113 Phoenix, AZ 85054
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shafer specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Shafer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shafer

4.7
274 ratings, 218 with a written review
5 star
90%
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4 star
2%
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3 star
1%
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2 star
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1 star
6%
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Rotator Cuff Surgery
Dr. Shafer is a personable doctor with actionable advise about recovery from surgery who listened carefully to my concerns.
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
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 08, 2025
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Rotator Cuff Surgery
Great at answering all questions and concerns.
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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Feb 11, 2025
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Excellent Clinician
Dr Shafer is incredibly knowledable, thorough and professional. Couldn’t be happier.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Robert S – Feb 01, 2025
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Mans man
Brian is fantastic. Straightforward, concise and succinct. Great surgeon as well. Brian is the best!
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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Jan 17, 2025
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Dr. Shafer is wonderful!
Dr. Shafer takes his time and listens to me. He's a great surgeon and fully understands the mental aspects of injury and recovery. Great doctor, great person!
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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R. Taylor – Dec 20, 2024
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Excellent Doctor
Dr Shafer has been top-notch! He did an excellent job on my ACL surgery & has been very communicative each step of the way. I highly recommend Dr Shafer & his team!
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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Brendan – Dec 17, 2024
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Very professional office
Everyone very nice and professional Explained my situation and health needs to me so I may understand how I will be treated and how they will make my progress in healing the very best of 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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Bea Pavlak – Dec 13, 2024
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Friendly, Professional, Thorough
Dr Shafer took the time to thoroughly explain his assessment of my knee situation and answer my questions. Jason (P.A.) was also very professional, as well as all support staff I encountered. As a new patient, I felt that I was in very good hands all around.
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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Sarah O. – Dec 12, 2024
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He was very personable and informative
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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Dec 10, 2024
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DR Schafer, explained my situation very well, gave me options to choose from, also recommendations on what he would tell a family member what to do in my case...I found him to be very informative
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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Dec 07, 2024
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My shoulder
Dr Shafer took care of my shoulder with a cortisone shot and some exercises. I have seen him for years on my knees. Severe arthritis. He takes good care of me!
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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Dec 06, 2024
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Efficient, thorough service
Great, thorough and efficient service from Brynn and Jason. Took me in early, updated my current symptoms and treated me quickly. Thank you!
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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Dec 06, 2024
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A Doctor Who has your best interest at heart
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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Randy Brown – Nov 23, 2024
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Sore shoulder
His knowledge and his honesty
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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Nov 22, 2024
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Dr was too busy. Waited 45 minutes, then spoke wi
With a pa. Never saw the doc
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Scott Troyanos – Nov 13, 2024
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Confident in diagnosis
Dr Shafer and his PA were excellent. They figured out my shoulder pain was actually being caused by a nerve in my neck and set me up with an excellent care and treatment plan. 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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briannnaswims – Oct 03, 2024
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Excellent Dr and very open and honest
As always great service from doctor and staff. Very personable!!
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 03, 2024
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Efficient professional, kind. Felt lucky to be seen so quickly after calling. ll personnel top-notch.
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
What could be improved
No results
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Eve – Sep 28, 2024
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Superstar Dr. Schafer
I had knee pain that wouldn't go away. Too many stair races at the gym. Dr. Shafer ordered an MRI and confirmed I needed surgery. He assured me that my particular surgery is simple with typically a quick recovery. He has a great bedside manner and patiently answered all my questions (I've never had surgery before). Scheduling and communicating with his office was easy. And each of my appointments were on schedule (no incessant waiting, as in some medical offices). During my post op appointment a week after surgery he gave me exercises for range of motion and said I should be back in action in no time. Dr. Shafer is an expert orthopedic surgeon. Highly recommend him to anyone who has knee pain.
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 07, 2024
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Excellent doctor.
Dr. Shafer takes the time to listen to you. He does an excellent job of explaining his recommmendations as well as your choices. I feel confident that I am in skilled hands.
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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Allen Pike – Sep 05, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

To help people achieve health for life.

biography

After receiving an undergraduate degree at the University of California, San Diego, Dr. Shafer completed medical school at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. After a surgical residency at the University of Washington...read more
  • Sports Medicine

  • 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.

  • University Of California, San Diego

    Undergraduate School
  • Usc University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2004
  • University Of Washington Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2003
  • University Of Washington Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1999
  • Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office5355 E High St Unit 113 Phoenix, AZ 85054
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Orthopedic Specialists of North America PLLC13640 N 7th St Phoenix, AZ 85022
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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
  • Directions

Practice

Orthopedic Specialists of North America PLLC5620 E Bell Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85254
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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
  • Directions

Practice

Orthopedic Specialists of North America PLLC8405 N Pima Center Pkwy Ste 101 Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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  • Call
  • 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
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center

    7400 E Thompson Peak Pkwy
    Scottsdale, AZ 85255
    Recipient of 13
    hospital awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    83%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

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