Ken Schaefer, PA-C joined the Swift Spine Institute team in 2010. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at the University of Nevada in Reno. He was awarded his Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland. Ken is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant since 2010.
Ken Schaefer, PA-C joined the Swift Spine Institute team in 2010. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at the University of Nevada in Reno. He was awarded his Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland. Ken is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant since 2010.
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Always helps me to understand how to take my medication.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Always listens to me and actually pays attention. I'm thankful to have him as my doctor.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Compassionate and validated my symptoms
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Friendly and very professional. Explained things thoroughly and made it down to earth.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Very informative to my healthcare provide recommendations for areas that require another physician
(2 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
He did good
(2 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Ken has a wonderful bedside manner. He is very attentive and supportive in your recovery goals. I have truly enjoyed having him as my physicians aid.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Listens carefully and answers all my questions in an engaged and friendly manner.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Ken was very thorough and addressed all of my concerns.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Very kind compassionate and most importantly thorough
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
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Swift Institute – Reno Copperfield Office
9480 Double Diamond Pkwy Suite 200 Reno, NV 89521
Ken Schaefer, PA-C joined the Swift Spine Institute team in 2010. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology at the University of Nevada in Reno. He was awarded his Masters of Physician Assistant Studies at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland. Ken is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant since 2010.
Ken has clinical experience in general surgery, orthopedics, emergency medicine, women's health, internal medicine, trauma surgery, family practice, pediatrics and geriatrics. His responsibilities at Swift Spine Institute include performing medical history and physical exams. Ken has experience prescribing and implementing treatment plans and interventions including splinting, casting, and joint injections for both new and established patients. Ken has served as both a first and second assistant for joint replacement, spine, hand, foot, ankle, and sports medicine surgeries.
In his spare time, Ken enjoys running, biking, bowling, hunting, fishing, traveling, following professional and college sports and public speaking.
Always helps me to understand how to take my medication.
Always listens to me and actually pays attention. I'm thankful to have him as my doctor.
Compassionate and validated my symptoms
Friendly and very professional. Explained things thoroughly and made it down to earth.
Very informative to my healthcare provide recommendations for areas that require another physician
He did good
Ken has a wonderful bedside manner. He is very attentive and supportive in your recovery goals. I have truly enjoyed having him as my physicians aid.
Listens carefully and answers all my questions in an engaged and friendly manner.
Ken was very thorough and addressed all of my concerns.
Very kind compassionate and most importantly thorough