Robert Schaefer, MD

Robert Schaefer, MD

Robert Schaefer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

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About

My father was an OB/GYN. As the oldest of four, I was very aware of Dad's career and what it meant to him. I made the choice early in life to follow him into medicine.

Now, as an orthopedic surgeon, I provide patients with personalized care that's best suited to their needs - and that may or may not include surgery.

I've played and been around sports my whole life. In college - at Miami of Ohio - I played ice hockey and tennis. I still play tennis, and I've picked up golf, pickleball and sno...

What I treat

  • Specialties: Orthopedic Surgery
  • Areas of focus: Anterior Cruciate Ligament, Orthopedic Ankle Foot, Orthopedic Shoulder Surgery, Orthopedic Total Joint, Orthopedic Wrist Surgery, Sports Medicine

Board certifications

  • Orthopedic Surgery

Years of experience

21+ years of experience

Education

  • Healthcare Education: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine (1986)

Personal

  • Languages: English
  • Gender: Male

Reviews

Likelihood of recommending this provider

4.9

429 Ratings

1-5 of 82 Reviews

08/30/2026 | Verified Patient

Excellent service

08/28/2026 | Verified Patient

Understanding, allowing several questions with responses clear and concise.

08/23/2026 | Verified Patient

Dr Schaefer listened then said you should not be in pain. Let's fix it. TY dr Schaefer

08/07/2026 | Verified Patient

I would most definitely him to all my family and friends. He knew how much pain I was in and that I was afraid to have the surgery but by the time I left his office I had agreed to have it. He knows how to make his patients feel better. I like the personal touch he gives to his patients

08/07/2026 | Verified Patient

Dr Schaefer sat and listened to everything I had to say and took his time with us during the visit to make us feel very comfortable with him. Excellent Dr and has a special charm about him..

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Novant Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - Physicians Plaza
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8 Hospital Center Boulevard, Ste 110

Hilton Head, SC 29926

866-906-9431

Fax: (843) 681-9169