Dr. James Tate Shaeffer, MD

Dr. James Shaeffer is an orthopedic surgeon with expertise in family medicine, bringing six decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and completed his residency at Truman Medical Center. Dr. Shaeffer is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shaeffer practices at multiple locations throughout Springfield, Missouri, including Mercy Hospital Springfield, CoxHealth Medical Center South, and Meyer Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Hospital. He treats patients with conditions such as cough, productive coughs, and throat infections. His practice includes performing rapid strep tests and COVID-19 testing to help diagnose and manage common illnesses. Patients have given Dr. Shaeffer an exceptional average rating of 5.0.