Overview
Richard A. Schaefer, M.D., is an orthopaedic specialist treating patients with a variety of bone, tendon and ligament conditions affecting back and neck, arm and shoulder, hip and leg and other parts of the body. He uses nonsurgical treatments to help patients recover from joint pain, joint injuries and related conditions. In addition to his medical degree and orthopaedic residency training, Dr. Schaefer is fellowship-trained in orthopaedic oncology through the Mayo Clinic and holds a master’s degree in public health from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. Prior to joining Johns Hopkins, Dr. Schaefer served for over 30 years in the U.S. Army, retiring at the rank of colonel. He had a number of stateside and overseas assignments at military medical facilities, including two tours in Afghanistan. He received several military decorations and awards for his service, including the Bronze Star Medal and Combat Action Badge. Dr. Schaefer is a graduate of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Leadership Fellows Program and has served on several AAOS committees, including the Public Relations Oversight Group, Women’s Health Advisory Board and the Diversity Advisory Board. Videos Dr. Richard SchaeferOrthopaedic Surgeon Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Providing Compassionate Care during COVID-19American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (October 2020).
Dr. Schaefer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, Bursitis, and Trigger Thumb.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
Suite 5009, Baltimore, MD 21287
4924 Campbell Boulevard, Suite 130, Nottingham, MD 21236
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard Schaefer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Schaefer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard Schaefer by calling their office at 443-997-2663. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard Schaefer a top-rated expert for Osteoarthritis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard Schaefer is classified as an Advanced expert for Osteoarthritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Richard Schaefer specialize in?
While Dr. Richard Schaefer is a Orthopedics, they have specific expertise in Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Bursitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Orthopedics.
Does Dr. Richard Schaefer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard Schaefer has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Osteoarthritis. You can view a list of Dr. Richard Schaefer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard Schaefer accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard Schaefer accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 443-997-2663 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- OsteoarthritisDr. Schaefer isAdvanced. Learn about Osteoarthritis.
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- Baker CystDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Baker Cyst.
- BursitisDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- ChondroblastomaDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Chondroblastoma.
- ChondromaDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Chondroma.
- Juvenile AngiofibromaDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Juvenile Angiofibroma.
- TendinitisDr. Schaefer isExperienced. Learn about Tendinitis.