Dr. Joseph C. Schaffer, MD | Nashville, TN | Sports Medicine Physician

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Dr. Schaffer graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine in 2013. He works in Nashville, TN and 1 other location and specializes in Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Schaffer is affiliated with Golisano Childrens Hospital At Strong.

accepting new patients
5

18 Ratings
13 years of experience
34 insurance plans accepted
Strong Memorial Hospital
18 written reviews
2 specialties
2 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Schaffer's Ratings and Reviews

5

18 Ratings with 18 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Patients consistently praise Dr. Joseph Christopher Schaffer for his personable and attentive nature, noting his ability to listen, provide clear explanations, and thoughtfully discuss treatment options. They appreciate his professionalism, thoroughness, and the comfortable office environment, emphasizing the trust and confidence he inspires in his orthopedic care. Some patients specifically highlight positive surgical outcomes and are pleased with the attentiveness of his staff. Negative feedback is absent from the dataset, indicating overwhelmingly positive patient experiences.

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He listens and offers options that help patients to develop their own plan of action.

September 25th, 2025

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Great Dr. Very personable and attentive. Takes his time to listen and answer all questions. Highly recommend

June 25th, 2025

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Dr Shaffer helped me again today. He continues to be personable and demonstrates attention and concern for treatment of ailments. Very kind and thorough.

March 12th, 2025

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I met with Dr Schaffer today to see about a total knee replacement. He was very knowledgeable professional and a good listener. I will be scheduling knee surgery with him in a few weeks. His staff were fantastic.

December 10th, 2024

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He was very nice and explained what the issue was and what next steps were. Would recommend.

September 5th, 2024

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Dr. Schaffer listened closely as I told him about my symptoms. He explained my medical condition in detail and discussed my treatment options. He answered all my questions. He x-rayed my knee, explained the images, and gave me a copy. I am glad to find an orthopedic specialist in whom I can trust.

August 19th, 2024

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Dr. Schaffer has been a great choice for my recent visit. I can tell that my health and well being is Dr. Schaffer’s top priority. Great office environment and nurse staff?????? I highly recommend Dr. Schaffer and Staff????

August 13th, 2024

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Excellent surgeon! Very personable. Can be trusted to do the care. The kind of care that's going to get you to the best results !

August 5th, 2024

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Im able to walk again. Bones feel 100% betters.

July 25th, 2024

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Dr. Schaffer has been my ortho doc for a few years and I’m so glad he is. Very knowledgeable, professional and provides a high level service. He doesn’t rush you and he listens to you and responds positively to you needs. I highly recommend Dr. Schaffer.

July 17th, 2024

Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics

2400 Patterson St Ste 300Nashville, TN 37203

Tel: (615) 342-6300

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Hughston Clinic Orthopaedics

394 Harding Pl Ste 200Nashville, TN 37211

Tel: (615) 834-4482

Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Joseph Christopher Schaffer, MD	Dr. Frank C Holmes, MD	Dr. Vinay Chopra, MD	Dr. Matthew Griffin, MD
Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine	Sports Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
5 (18 Ratings)	4.9 (45 Ratings)	5 (68 Ratings)	2.4 (9 Ratings)
13 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Nashville , TN	Nashville , TN	Middletown , NJ	Westfield , NJ
Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine	Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine	Med School: St Christopher Iba Mar Diop College Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Orthopedic Surgery
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Dr. Joseph Christopher Schaffer holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Virginia School Of Medicine in 2013.

NPI Number

Dr. Schaffer's NPI number is 1275875775.

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Where is Dr. Joseph Schaffer's office located?: Dr. Joseph Schaffer's office is located at 2400 Patterson St Ste 300, Nashville, TN, 37203.
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