Summary

Dr. Alison Schiffern specializes in orthopedic surgery, bringing over two decades of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah, building a strong foundation for her surgical expertise. Dr. Schiffern provides care in English to ensure clear communication with her patients.

Dr. Schiffern practices at Gillette Children's in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and maintains an affiliation with Phillips Eye Institute. She treats children with foot deformities such as clubfoot and congenital digital conditions. Her approach includes strength training and physical therapy to help young patients regain function and mobility, while she also uses extremity X-rays to accurately diagnose bone and joint conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 21 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Gillette Children's

200 University Ave ESaint Paul, MN 55101

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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgerySports MedicineOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
21 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 53 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Saint Paul , MNMinneapolis , MNBuffalo , MNFridley , MN
Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah Med School: New York Medical College Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Alison Schiffern

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Hennepin Health
  • Medica
  • Medica - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • South Country Health Alliance
  • Tricare
  • UCare
  • UCare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Alison Schiffern has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Alison Schiffern has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

Alison Schiffern holds an active medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Minnesota that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah in 2005.

NPI Number

Alison Schiffern's NPI number is 1821276668.

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Alison Schiffern is affiliated with Phillips Eye Institute.
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Alison Schiffern's office is located at 200 University Ave E, Saint Paul, MN, 55101.

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