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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He was my PA 10 years ago, Reno is lucky to have medical professionals like him!
(4 days ago)
Jun-2026
Kind and honest. I trust him.
(5 days ago)
Jun-2026
Ken is so awesome! Great sense of humor and makes you feel comfortable. Always addresses my questions and concerns
(6 days ago)
Jun-2026
Listened and explained very well. Very thoughtful.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Ken is very through and explains things well
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Very knowledgable. Nice and professional. He sets me at ease. Thankful for his help.
(2 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Top shelf PA! Personable professional
(3 weeks ago)
Jun-2026
Great P.A. Helped me through my back journey.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very personable! Kind and caring. Very knowledgeable.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Excellent doctor!!! Six months ago I couldn't walk without a walker but today I can walk again thanks to him and his team
(1 month ago)
May-2026
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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.
He was my PA 10 years ago, Reno is lucky to have medical professionals like him!
Kind and honest. I trust him.
Ken is so awesome! Great sense of humor and makes you feel comfortable. Always addresses my questions and concerns
Listened and explained very well. Very thoughtful.
Ken is very through and explains things well
Very knowledgable. Nice and professional. He sets me at ease. Thankful for his help.
Top shelf PA! Personable professional
Great P.A. Helped me through my back journey.
Very personable! Kind and caring. Very knowledgeable.
Excellent doctor!!! Six months ago I couldn't walk without a walker but today I can walk again thanks to him and his team