3.7
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Joel Schaefer is a board-certified surgeon specializing in surgery and trauma surgery, bringing nearly three decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine and completed his residency training at University of Florida Health. With 29 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Schaefer has developed extensive expertise in complex surgical procedures. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Schaefer maintains hospital affiliations with Saint Marys Regional Hospital and practices at locations in Rifle, Colorado and Butte, Montana. His clinical focus includes treating patients with lumbar herniated discs and degenerative disc disease. He performs specialized procedures such as herniated disc surgery and lumbar spinal fusion operations. Patients have rated Dr. Schaefer 3.7 out of 5 stars on average for his care and service.
Dr. Schaefer maintains hospital affiliations with Saint Marys Regional Hospital and practices at locations in Rifle, Colorado and Butte, Montana. His clinical focus includes treating patients with lumbar herniated discs and degenerative disc disease. He performs specialized procedures such as herniated disc surgery and lumbar spinal fusion operations. Patients have rated Dr. Schaefer 3.7 out of 5 stars on average for his care and service.
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Quick Facts
- 29 years of experience
- 28 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Florida Health
- 1 written review
- 3 specialties
- 11 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer, MD | Dr. Teyen Philip Shiao, MD | Dr. Celine Melitz, MD | Dr. Lauren W Bonjour |
| Surgery | Surgery | Diagnostic Radiology | Other |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 29 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Rifle , CO | Grand Junction , CO | Palm Springs , CA | Grantsville , UT |
| Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer
Medical Specialties
Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joel Wesley Schaefer has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Colorado, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
University Of Florida Health
Medical School
University Of New Mexico School Of MedicineGraduated in 1997
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- Dr. Joel Schaefer has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Joel Schaefer's office located?
- Dr. Joel Schaefer's office is located at 501 Airport Road, Rifle, CO, 81650.
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- Dr. Joel Schaefer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. Joel Schaefer speak?
- Dr. Joel Schaefer speaks English and Spanish.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Joel Schaefer affiliated with?
- Dr. Joel Schaefer is affiliated with Saint Marys Regional Hospital.
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