Dr. James Tate Shaeffer, MD

Dr. James Shaeffer is an orthopedic surgeon with secondary training in family medicine, bringing six decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Truman Medical Center. With 60 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Shaeffer offers comprehensive care spanning both surgical orthopedic interventions and primary care services. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Shaeffer maintains affiliations with Mercy Hospital Springfield, CoxHealth Medical Center South, and Meyer Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Hospital, all located in Springfield, Missouri. His practice focuses on treating conditions such as ear infections, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teenagers. He performs diagnostic procedures including X-rays of arms and legs, and provides guidance on medical devices like autoinjectors and insulin pens. Patients have given Dr. Shaeffer …an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.