Orthopaedics
David Chafey, M.D.
Orthopedic Surgical Oncologist, University of New Mexico School of Medicine
Dr. David H. Chafey III is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and the only orthopedic surgical oncologist in New Mexico. He earned his medical degree from Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine and completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Baylor College of Medicine. He pursued subspecialty fellowship training in musculoskeletal oncology at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and orthopaedic trauma at Sonoran Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeons. Dr. Chafey specializes i
21+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Education & Training
- MD — Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine (2005)
- Residency, Orthopaedic Surgery — Baylor College of Medicine (2010)
- Fellowship, Orthopaedic Trauma — Sonoran Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeons (2011)
- Fellowship, Musculoskeletal Oncology — MD Anderson Cancer Center (2012)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2025-2026 (2 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- Unm Hospital
Languages
English, Spanish, Vietnamese
Experience
21+ years in practice