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William Schroer, MD Orthopedic Surgery in Bridgeton, MO

SSM Health Orthopedics - Bridgeton
12349 DePaul Drive, Suite 100 Bridgeton, MO 63044
Dr. Schroer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with sub-specialty expertise in total knee replacement, one of the co-medical directors of the Joint Replacement Center at SSM Health DePaul Hospital, and the SSM Health Network Medical Director of Orthopedics.
Dr. Schroer attended Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana for his undergraduate degree before attending medical school at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. He completed his general surgery internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at University Hospitals of Cleveland/Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Schroer is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) and a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.
One of the initial proponents of minimally invasive knee replacements, Dr. Schroer has performed more than 6000 knees with this technique. During this time Dr. Schroer has conducted and published several clinical research studies related to improving patient experience and outcomes after total knee replacement.
Dr. Schroer serves the greater St. Louis region at SSM Health DePaul Hospital.
Dr. Schroer attended Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana for his undergraduate degree before attending medical school at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. He completed his general surgery internship and residency in orthopedic surgery at University Hospitals of Cleveland/Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Schroer is a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS) and a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons.
One of the initial proponents of minimally invasive knee replacements, Dr. Schroer has performed more than 6000 knees with this technique. During this time Dr. Schroer has conducted and published several clinical research studies related to improving patient experience and outcomes after total knee replacement.
Dr. Schroer serves the greater St. Louis region at SSM Health DePaul Hospital.
About Me
Specialties
Orthopedic Surgery
Gender
Male
Education
University Hospitals of Cleveland - Ohio
Residency, 1994
University Hospitals of Cleveland - Ohio
Internship, 1990
Washington University School of Medicine
Medical School, 1989
Hospital Affiliations
SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis
SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles
Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Drug Enforcement Administration
Missouri Dept of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs
Missouri State Board of Registration
Medical Interests
Hip injuries and disorders
Hip replacement
Joint reconstruction and replacement surgery
Knee injuries
Reviews
Rating Breakdown
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Question Breakdown
4.9Overall Experience4.9Listened Carefully4.9Explained Things Clearly4.8Knew Medical History4.9Involved in Care Decisions4.9Showed Courtesy & Respect
Patient Reviews
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4.9 out of 5
478 ratings,
168 reviews
10/4/2026
He never rushes me and is pleasant while answering my questions. Nurse practitioner took his time to explain why I had some discomfort from a wound from a car accident from April. Truly appreciated that
9/28/2026
Always a pleasure always have answers for me
9/25/2026
He was very attentive & thoroughly explained the situation & care for me
9/23/2026
He’s an outstanding surgeon.
9/22/2026
Dr. Schroer never rushes through the appt and seems to genuinely care.
Map & Directions
SSM Health Orthopedics - Bridgeton
12349 DePaul Drive, Suite 100 Bridgeton, MO 63044
Mon
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed
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