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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The absolute professional!
Aug-2025
Dr. Schafer was wonderful and very knowledgeable about my issues.
Aug-2025
Everything you want your healthcare professional to be! Thank you!!
Aug-2025
He’s is very courteous & makes me feel comfortable. And right to the point.
Aug-2025
The best
Aug-2025
Consistently professional and friendly. Excellent listener and a pleasure to interact with. Thank you!
Aug-2025
A really solid, knowledgeable, and caring professional
Aug-2025
Awesome Dr. Very caring and approachable.
Aug-2025
Ken is not just knowledgeable but he brings to the appointment, a solid understanding of what is at the heart of the issues surrounding my spine. Ken also has a great sense of humor.
Aug-2025
Great provider . Listen to what I had to say and together made a plan for my next step in the treatment of my spine.
Aug-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.
The absolute professional!
Dr. Schafer was wonderful and very knowledgeable about my issues.
Everything you want your healthcare professional to be! Thank you!!
He’s is very courteous & makes me feel comfortable. And right to the point.
The best
Consistently professional and friendly. Excellent listener and a pleasure to interact with. Thank you!
A really solid, knowledgeable, and caring professional
Awesome Dr. Very caring and approachable.
Ken is not just knowledgeable but he brings to the appointment, a solid understanding of what is at the heart of the issues surrounding my spine. Ken also has a great sense of humor.
Great provider . Listen to what I had to say and together made a plan for my next step in the treatment of my spine.