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David W. Shearer, MD, MPH

Foot and Ankle Surgery • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
Orthopedic Trauma Mission Bay
415-353-9400
Portrait of David W. Shearer
Portrait of David W. Shearer
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David W. Shearer, MD, MPH

Foot and Ankle Surgery • Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
Orthopedic Trauma Mission Bay
415-353-9400

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About me

Dr. David Shearer is an orthopedic surgeon who cares for patients with complex musculoskeletal injuries, with a focus on foot and ankle conditions. His expertise includes treating both acute conditions (those that occur suddenly) and conditions that develop following an injury, such as problems caused by poor healing or infections.

Shearer works with the UCSF Institute for Global Orthopaedics and Traumatology to improve education and research programs in developing countries through academic partnership.

Shearer earned his medical degree at the University of Washington School of Medicine. He completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at UCSF, followed by a fellowship in orthopedic trauma surgery at Harborview Medical Center and a fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the Saint Alphonsus Health System. He also earned a master of public health degree, with a focus on clinical outcomes research and global health, at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Fellowship

  • Foot and Ankle Surgery, Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center
  • Orthopaedic Surgery, Harborview Medical Center

Residency

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, University of CA at San Francisco-Orthopaedic Surg

Internship

  • Orthopaedic Surgery, University of CA at San Francisco-Orthopaedic Surg

Degree

  • MD, University of Washington School of Medicine

My expertise

Locations

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    Average rating

    4.8
    4.8 out of 5 Stars
    70 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 29, 2025

      This Dr is great

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 10, 2025

      I enjoyed my experiences at UCSF

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      September 26, 2025

      Very good experience overall

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      August 13, 2025

      Dr Dave Shearer was great !

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      July 28, 2025

      Consult was very good all possible options were presented. Follow up care N/A however Dr did explain he would follow up on next steps.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      June 13, 2025

      Dr. Shearer is the very best. Recommend UCSF do what is needed to keep him on staff. Pay him what he requires.

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