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 takes the time to listen and comes up with solutions as I’m a very complicated case sadly but they’ve come through so far 😊and has a great bedside manner and laughs at my jokes, even the dark ones👍😊
(2 days ago)
Feb-2026
The best
(1 week ago)
Feb-2026
Excellent in all ways.
(3 weeks ago)
Jan-2026
Great
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Ken is awesome! Ken goes above and beyond with patient care. I wish every Dr I encountered could have Ken's amazing bedside manner.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Very kind and listened to my concerns.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Always helps me to understand how to take my medication.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Always listens to me and actually pays attention. I'm thankful to have him as my doctor.
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Compassionate and validated my symptoms
(1 month ago)
Jan-2026
Friendly and very professional. Explained things thoroughly and made it down to earth.
(1 month ago)
Jan-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 takes the time to listen and comes up with solutions as I’m a very complicated case sadly but they’ve come through so far 😊and has a great bedside manner and laughs at my jokes, even the dark ones👍😊
The best
Excellent in all ways.
Great
Ken is awesome! Ken goes above and beyond with patient care. I wish every Dr I encountered could have Ken's amazing bedside manner.
Very kind and listened to my concerns.
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.