Dr. Stephen Soffer, MD
Dr. Stephen Soffer, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Reading, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Soffer has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Reading Hospital and Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
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2201 Ridgewood Rd Ste 250 Reading, PA 19610Make an Appointment
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Dr. Soffer is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center Reading, a highly rated hospital.
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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Soffer
4.3
| 5 Star | 78% | 78% |
| 4 Star | 3% | 3% |
| 3 Star | 2% | 2% |
| 2 Star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 Star | 17% | 17% |
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Soffer to family and friends is 4.254237 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
My goal is the patient's recovery. Each and every patient is important to me. I provide exceptional care to help each patient return to an active, rewarding and pain free life.Orthopedic Surgery
Hip & Knee Orthopedics
Orthopedic Shoulder & Elbow Surgery
Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
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University Of Pennsylvania Philadelphia Pa
Undergraduate SchoolMaster Course Instructor For Aana And Aaos Annual Meetings For Shoulder Arthroscopy And Sports Medicine Moderator
2015American Sports Medicine Institute (dr. James Andrews And Dr. Clancy)
Fellowship Hospital, 1992Union Memorial And Johns Hopkins Hospitals
Residency Hospital, 1991John Hopkins Hospital
Residency Hospital, 1989Union Memorial Hospital
Residency Hospital, 1988Boston University Afferated Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1987Boston University Hospital
Internship Hospital, 1987University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine
Medical School, 1986University Of Pennsylvania
Undergraduate School, 1982
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Learn more about medical license public record checkElbow Arthroscopy, 1994
PCL Reconstruction of the Knee, Frozen Shoulder, The Throwing Shoulder, and Elbow Disorders
See website, drsoffer.com
Multiple articles on many topics including ACL Reconstruction, Knee Arthroscopy and Exertional Compartment Syndrome
Authored 1st book on "Elbow Arthroscopy" with Dr. Andrews, 1994
Magna Cum Laude, 1982
"Best Doctors" Award, Allentown, PA, 2007
Secretary, American Sports Medicine Fellowship Society, 1993
Phi Beta Kappa, 1982
President, D. Hayes Agnew Surgical Society, 1986
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- Recipient of 5
hospital awardsView all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
75%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well - Recipient of 26
hospital awardsAmerica's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all awardsAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)
Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
74%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well1% lower than the national average
- View all patient feedback
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
85%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home1% higher than the national average
77%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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