John C Sefter Jr., DO
Orthopaedic Surgeon - General
Biography
Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare:Actually, I had to pursue a career in helping other people like most of us do, but my interest as well was in the science of what makes us go as humans.Wha… Read more ›
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This provider helped to confirm that many of my concerns were related to my back problems. It was a good experience since my concerns were answered.…
Summary
Provider Training
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton University | Bachelors Degree | Other | 1978 |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | Doctorate | Other | 1986 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - Memorial Hospital | Orthopaedic Surgery | 1991 |
| Internship - Memorial Hospital | Rotating | 1987 |
| Fellowship - Scoliosis and Spine Center | Spine Surgery | 1992 |
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Languages Spoken
EnglishMedical Specialties
- Orthopaedic Surgeon
Accepts New Patients: Yes
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Number of Reviews: 5
Most Recent Review: 09/24/2025
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September 24, 2025
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WellSpan Orthopedics - Gettysburg - 18 Deatrick Drive
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“This provider helped to confirm ...”
This provider helped to confirm that many of my concerns were related to my back problems. It was a good experience since my concerns were answered.
Review by
Anonymous
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August 29, 2025
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WellSpan Orthopedics - Gettysburg - 18 Deatrick Drive
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“Doctor Sefter is a very kind...”
Doctor Sefter is a very kind
Review by
Anonymous
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May 06, 2025
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WellSpan Orthopedics - Gettysburg - 18 Deatrick Drive
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Good
Review by
Anonymous
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September 02, 2025
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WellSpan Orthopedics - Gettysburg - 18 Deatrick Drive
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“Dr. Sefter is great! Nice tell-i...”
Dr. Sefter is great! Nice tell-it-like-it-is person , very easy to understand. I look forward to my next visit.
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Anonymous
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August 09, 2025
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WellSpan Orthopedics - Gettysburg - 18 Deatrick Drive
Office & Staff Evaluation
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- Ease of Getting an Appointment Not rated
- Courtesy of Practice Staff Not rated
- Appearance & Atmosphere of Office Not rated
- Handling of Billing & Insurance Not rated
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- Clear explanations Not rated
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“Terrible, he's to tuchly feely,...”
Terrible, he's to tuchly feely, and when he trys to rub you the Nurse looks the other way. I will not ever go back to him or refer anyone to go to him. This Doctor is a disgrace to the medical profession.
Locations
Affiliated Practices
WellSpan Orthopedics - Gettysburg
18 Deatrick DriveGettysburg, PA 17325
WellSpan Orthopedics
18 Deatrick Dr.Gettysburg, PA 17325
Practice Colleagues
Katelyn Cole, PA-C - Orthopaedic Surgeon
Kimberly Vogan, PA-C, MPAS - Physician Assistant
Lin Shen, DO, CAQSM - Orthopaedic Surgeon
Robert Gillis, MD, PhD, FACS - Orthopaedic Surgeon
Anthony Bruno, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon
Sarah Black, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon
Rebekah Gelsinger, PA-C - Physician Assistant
Shannon Snyder, PA-C - Physician Assistant
Kyle Messick, MD - Orthopaedic Surgeon
Procedures & Services
Procedures & Treatments Offered
Commonly Prescribed Medications
John C Sefter Jr., DO has not yet listed the medications that he commonly prescribes.
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Comment - “ This provider helped to confirm ... ”
This provider helped to confirm that many of my concerns were related to my back problems. It was a good experience since my concerns were answered.