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Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 56
Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD
4.3 (76 Ratings)

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Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Elkins Park, PA.
Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD
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Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 56
Elkins Park, PA
Accepting new patients
30 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Elkins Park, PA.

About

Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Elkins Park, PA and has 30 years experience. They graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. They currently practice at Einstein Orthopedics at Elkins Park and are affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Hospital. Dr. Shaffer has experience treating conditions like Limb Pain, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Foot among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shaffer received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 76 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shaffer also speaks Spanish. Dr. Shaffer is board certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Compare Dr. Shaffer with our nearby Orthopedic Surgery Specialists at Jefferson Abington Hospital
These providers are on the medical staff of Jefferson Abington Hospital
These providers are on the medical staff of Jefferson Abington Hospital.
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Limb Pain
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Limb Pain
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Achilles Tendinitis
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Bunion
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Degenerative Disc Disease
Femur Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Meniscus Tear
Miner's Knee
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Posterior Tibial Tendonitis
Radiculopathy
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot Fracture Treatment Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Steroid Injection
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Ankle Impingement
Arthritis
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Broken Arm
Bursitis
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Bursitis of Hip
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Vertigo
Chondrocalcinosis
Chondromalacia
Chronic Neck Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Difficulty With Walking
Femoral Neck Fracture
Femoral Stress Fracture
Foot And Ankle Osteophyte
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Hammer Toe
Herniated Disc
Humerus Fracture
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL) Sprain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Marfan Syndrome
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Osgood Schlatter Disease
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Fracture
Patellar Tendonitis
Piriformis Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sciatica
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Scoliosis
Sever's Disease
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spondylolisthesis
Stress Fracture of Foot
Thoracic Compression Fracture
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
ACL Surgery
Ankle Arthroscopy
Bunion Surgery
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot Dislocation Treatment
Foot Dislocation Treatment Open
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand Fracture Treatment Closed
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Meniscectomy
Meniscus Surgery
Quadriceps Tendon Repair
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate

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Locations

  1. 1 Einstein Orthopedics at Elkins Park
    60 Township Line Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027
  2. 2 Einstein Orthopedics at Willowcrest
    1200 W Tabor Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19141

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shaffer
4.3
Based on 76 Reviews
5 Stars (58)
4 Stars (6)
3 Stars (2)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (10)

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Nov 07, 2019
Very thorough and personable. He answered all my questions. He noticed I had a birthday coming up and wished me a good one.
Mary Lou Cragg — Nov 07, 2019
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine
    1994
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shaffer's profile.

Dr. Shaffer frequently treats the following conditions: Limb Pain, Joint Pain and Osteoarthritis of Foot. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Gene Shaffer, MD holds board certification in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Jefferson Einstein Hospital

    5501 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA