Summary

Dr. William Schaefer is an orthopedic surgeon who has dedicated three decades to helping patients with musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. His extensive experience spans 30 years of surgical practice, and he is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Schaefer practices at multiple locations throughout the Fayetteville area, including affiliations with Bladen County Hospital, Highsmith Rainey Specialty Hospital, and Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. He specializes in treating joint pain, arthritis, and post-surgical recovery. His surgical expertise includes knee procedures and advanced pain management techniques using nerve blocks. Patients consistently rate his care highly, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 30 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. William Dickson Schaefer has 4 locations

Fayetteville Orthopaedics And Sports Medicine

1991 Fordham Dr Ste 100Fayetteville, NC 28304
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

1638 Owen DrFayetteville, NC 28304

Cape Fear Valley Hoke Hospital

210 Medical Pavilion DrRaeford, NC 28376

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. William Dickson Schaefer, MD
Dr. David Joseph Casey, MD
Dr. Chris Hoedt, MD
Dr. Jeffrey Daniel Hoffmann, MD
Dr. William Dickson Schaefer, MDDr. David Joseph Casey, MDDr. Chris Hoedt, MDDr. Jeffrey Daniel Hoffmann, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.6 
4.9 
30 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Fayetteville , NCPinehurst , NCNew Bern , NCFort Bragg , NC
Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Dickson Schaefer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Alliant Health Plans
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • EHP Significa
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Liberty Health Advantage
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Meritain Health - HMO
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Dickson Schaefer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. William Dickson Schaefer has the following 15 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. William Dickson Schaefer holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Schaefer's NPI number is 1750384475.

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. William Schaefer's office located?
Dr. William Schaefer's office is located at 1991 Fordham Dr Ste 100, Fayetteville, NC, 28304.
What languages does Dr. William Schaefer speak?
Dr. William Schaefer speaks English and Spanish.
Does Dr. William Schaefer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. William Schaefer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. William Schaefer accepting new patients?
Dr. William Schaefer is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. William Schaefer's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Schaefer?
You can find contact information for Dr. William Schaefer here on Vitals.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.