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Brian Shafer, M.D.
OrthoArizona
Orthopedics: Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine
Phoenix, Scottsdale
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.9
1.6K Ratings
604 Comments
Dr. Brian Shafer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a sub-specialty certification in sports medicine. He has specific expertise in minimally invasive shoulder, elbow, and knee arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery.
4.9
1.6K Ratings
604 Comments
Dr. Brian Shafer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a sub-specialty certification in sports medicine. He has specific expertise in minimally invasive shoulder, elbow, and knee arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery.
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OrthoArizona – High Street
5355 E. High Street
Ste. 113
Phoenix, AZ 85054
Ste. 113
Phoenix, AZ 85054
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5620 E. Bell Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
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OrthoArizona – Pima Center
8405 N Pima Center Pkwy
Suite 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Suite 101
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Dr. Brian Shafer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with a sub-specialty certification in sports medicine. He has specific expertise in minimally invasive shoulder, elbow, and knee arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Shafer has served as a team physician for multiple professional and collegiate teams, including the Arizona Cardinals, Arizona Coyotes, Los Angeles Dodgers and National Champion USC football and women’s volleyball teams. He has also served as chairperson of the medical staff for the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl and Insight Bowl games. In addition, Dr. Shafer volunteers as the team physician for local high schools. Dr. Shafer received his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore. After a surgical residency at the University of Washington, he completed a fellowship at the University of Southern California with a focus in sports medicine and shoulder and elbow reconstruction.
Residency
University of Washington
Medical School
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Fellowship Training
University of Southern California
Employment
OrthoArizona Sports Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center
John C. Lincoln Hospital- North Mountain
Paradise Valley Hospital
Pinnacle Surgery Center
Scottsdale Healthcare-Shea Medical Center
Scottsdale Healthcare-Thompson Peak Hospital
The Orthopedic Surgery Center of Arizona (TOSCA)
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Great way of explaining everything. Friendly but firm. My surgery came out great and I highly recommend Dr Shafer.
Dr. Shafer is fantastic. Excellent surgeon but also takes the time to truly evaluate your case and listen about the issue before providing his recommendation.
Very good communication and listening skills - in addition to his medical expertise.
I have had both shoulders worked on with great results. Very good at explaining the issues.
Great service and staff! First Class All the way!
Very personable and caring. Listened and gave good feedback. I'll be back!
Is Extremely well with difficult projects
The best there is!
Dr Shafer is personable and professional.He is also compassionate.He explained the reverse shoulder replacement throughly .He told me the pros and cons;including the risks.I would highly recommend him.
Very good doctor. Very complete