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Dr. Lawrence Schaper, MD

Dr. Lawrence Schaper, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Schaper, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Louisville, KY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Louisville in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Norton Hospital and Uofl Health Jewish Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 164 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (164 reviews)

Practice

13151 Magisterial Dr # 200 Louisville, KY 40223
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schaper 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.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Schaper's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schaper

4.9
164 ratings, 136 with a written review
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Tammy Brooks
I’ve been going to Dr. Schafer for over 25 years. He is an awesome surgeon. It has a Great bedside manner.. Hate to see him retire. He deserves it.
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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Tammy Brooks – Nov 21, 2023
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You are in good hands when you are with Dr. Shaper
Dr. Shaper was very informative and thorough in his answering all of my questions. I believe he enjoys interacting with his patients.Thanks to Dr. Shaper's surgical skills, my broken hip is on the mend and feeling strong. I would highly recommend Dr. Shaper to everyone who is in need of an orthopedic surgeon.
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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Kathy Bond – Nov 19, 2023
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Awesom doctor in my opinion
Always very professional but also down to earth I've been seeing him for 30 years hate to see him retire but wish him the very 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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Nov 10, 2023
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Fantastic doc! Not many like him.care and concert
His care and concern. Shows a lot of attention. Very thorough and knowledgeable.
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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Roxane Ward – Nov 07, 2023
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Absolute Best!
I have been going to this practice for 65 years. Which tells you how great this practice is. I started with Dr. Goldberg then Ellis, Baudenhausen and now Dr. Schaper. He is the absolute best. He listens and takes his time with you. He is personable, kind and a great diagnostician and surgeon. And has a great sense of humor.. you can’t go wrong with Dr. Schaper!
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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Margaret Mc – Nov 04, 2023
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Dr schaper, best orthpedic ever
plain talking to the point
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 31, 2023
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Very knowledgeable and extremely caring and personable.He is awesome listener and Doctor. Gone to him for many years and very pleased.The practice on a whole is great.There are no negatives.
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 29, 2023
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Very Experienced Caring Doctor
I made an appointment concerning a knee problem. An Xray was taken and when Dr Schaper came into the exam room, he questioned where was pain what was level. After checking my knee he reviewed the Xray and explained where and what my problem is and, steps needed to take care of it. I have always been very comfortable with him any time I have needed to see him and he never rushes you.I have been a patient of Dr Schaper since 1995. During that time, he has done a total knee replacement on both knees, a rotator cuff repair and numerous other visits for various sprains and etc. In that time, I consider him not only a doctor but a friend. I just know that when he retires, he will be sorely missed by all of his patients, past and present. Thank you Dr Schaper for all that you have done over the years. I wish you 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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Hank B – Sep 30, 2023
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Hip pain
I was seen in a timely manner. My concerns were addressed and I was able to get a cortisone shot. Everyone was very professional. I got good service!
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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Jul 18, 2023
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Wonderful doctor
Dr. Schaper is a warm, caring physician. He did my hip replacement recently, and it could not have gone more smoothly. He is the consummate professional.
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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Margaret Thomas – Jul 17, 2023
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Geeat manners and easy to talk too. Very pkeasant!
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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Henrietta Gray – Jul 09, 2023
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Very likely
The doctor was very friendly and took time with me to answer my questions and put me at ease.
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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Sharon Hurst – Jul 01, 2023
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Very helpful & listened to my concerns
Dr Shapner was an outstanding listener & didn’t just dismiss my concerns! He gave me some suggestions about how to speed up my recovery!! My surgery was done in Florida & he said he would have done it exactly the same way which made me feel better
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Hip pain – Jun 24, 2023
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Dr Schaper is the best! He is very knowledgeable!
He is a great listener and very compassionate. He made me feel better and gave me hope on my back condition.
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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Jun 18, 2023
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Kind, informative
Dr. Schaper is great. He’s honest, knowledgeable & I would recommend him & this practice. The office is ran so efficiently. Everyone was nice. I was in & out in a very reasonable time- especially since I was a new 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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Jun 16, 2023
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Dr Schaper is a excellent Dr has help me out alot with my knees always comes in the room with a smile on his face and listens to what ur telling him
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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Jun 02, 2023
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Knee replacement evaluation
I saw Dr Schaper for evaluation for right knee replacement. He did my left knee 4 years ago and it has had renarkable results. I wouldnt want anyone else to do my right knee. He is kind, compassionate, and very thorough. I trust him impeccably.
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 27, 2023
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He listened to me and performed a through exam
I went for a second opinion after no progress after 7 months of invasive intervention at another office. He found the issue within about 4 minutes of me being there. A fracture. Grateful that he listened to me and took my concerns seriously. I now have a plan of treatment.
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 23, 2023
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I went in for my hip. He was very pleasant & explained very what I was seeing on Xray & my options which was good.
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 19, 2023
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Always excellent
Had both arthritic knees injected with hydrocortisone ( steroid). Absolutely no pain during procedure. Both knees markedly improved in less than 24 hours. Much easier getting upstairs at home.
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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Apr 22, 2023
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About Me

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Dr. Lawrence Schaper, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Louisville, KY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Louisville in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Norton Hospital and Uofl Health Jewish Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Louisville

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Ellis & Badenhausen Orthopaedics PSC13151 Magisterial Dr # 200 Louisville, KY 40223
1

Practice

Office200 Missouri Ave Ste A Jeffersonville, IN 47130
2

Practice

Office5120 Dixie Hwy Louisville, KY 40216
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Norton Hospital

    200 E Chestnut St
    Louisville, KY 40202

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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  • Uofl Health Jewish Hospital

    200 Abraham Flexner Way
    Louisville, KY 40202
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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