Orthopaedics
Steven Schafer, MD
Bradenton, FL
Dr. Steven Schafer is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon who specializes in knee and shoulder surgery as well as sports injuries. He completed his fellowship in orthopedic sports medicine and arthroscopy at the world-renowned American Sports Medicine Institute in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Schafer treats patients of all ages with special interest in athletic injuries in both the young and aging athlete. Dr. Schafer serves as the sports medicine physician to the Pittsburgh Pirates, U.S. Soccer Te
30+
Years in Practice
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2012-2026 (15 years)
- Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll
- Healthgrades — Top Doctor – Castle Connolly, 2012-16,18
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Sports Medicine
Conditions & Treatments
Arthroscopic SurgeryACL & Ligament ReconstructionSports InjuriesMusculoskeletal Conditions
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- HCA Florida Blake Hospital
Experience
30+ years in practice