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Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD

Hematology* Age 53
Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD
4.6 (30 Ratings)

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Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Austin, TX.
Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD
4.6 (30 Ratings)
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Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD

Hematology* Age 53
Austin, TX
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Austin, TX.

About

Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD is a Hematology Specialist in Austin, TX. They graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia and completed a residency at University of Virginia. They currently practice at Brian Shimkus, MD and are affiliated with St. David's Medical Center. Dr. Shimkus has experience treating conditions like Gallbladder Cancer and Leukocytosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shimkus received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 30 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shimkus is board certified in Medical Oncology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Gallbladder Cancer
Leukocytosis
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Gallbladder Cancer
Leukocytosis
Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer
Anemia
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Bleeding Disorders
Bone Cancer
Brain Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Carcinoma
Cholangiocarcinoma
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Coagulation Disorders
Colorectal Cancer
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Endocrine Gland Cancer
Gastrointestinal Malabsorption
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemochromatosis
Hypercoagulable State
Hypothalamus Cancer
Immune Thrombocytopenia
Intestinal Malabsorption Carbohydrate
Kidney Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Leukocytopenia
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Macroglobulinemia (incl. Waldenstrom's )
Male Breast Carcinoma
Malignant Pituitary Gland Tumor
Myeloma
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Myeloproliferative Disorders
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Neutropenia
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Pineal Region Tumors
Polycythemia Rubra Vera
Primary Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Primary Hypercoagulable State
Prostate Cancer
Retroperitoneum Cancer
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thrombocytosis
Thyroid Cancer
Upper Digestive Tract Cancer
Urinary Tract Cancer
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Acute Leukemia
Acute Lymphoid Leukemia
Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Acute Myeloid Leukemia Multilineage Dysplasia
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Adult T-Cell Lymphoma
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Astrocytoma
Basal Cell Carcinoma
Bladder Cancer
Carcinoma in Situ
Central Cyanosis
Central Nervous System Lymphoma
Cervical Cancer
Chordoma
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Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
Chronic Pulmonary Embolism
Diffuse Follicle Center Lymphoma
Diffuse Lymphoblastic Lymphoma
Enzyme Disorder Anemia
Esophageal Cancer
Ewing's Sarcoma
Eye Cancer
Fallopian Tube Cancer
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 1
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 2
Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
Hemophilia
Hemophilia A
Hodgkin's Disease
Hypogammaglobulinemia
Illeum Cancer
Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Lymphocytopenia
Lymphocytosis
Lymphoma
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Male Breast Cancer
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Marginal Zone Lymphoma
Mediastinal Tumors
Medulloblastoma
Melanoma
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Meningiomas
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Nodular Sclerosis Hodgkins Lymphoma
Oral Cancer
Ovarian Cancer
Pancytopenia
Penile Cancer
Penile Carcinoma
Peritoneal Cancer
Pernicious Anemia
Pleura Cancer
Pleural Cancer
Purpura
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Qualitative Platelet Defects (incl. Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia)
Schwannoma
Secondary Malignancies
Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle Cell Hemoglobin C Disease
Sickle Cell Hemoglobin SS Disease
Skin Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Skin
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Thalassemia
Thalassemia Minor
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Tongue Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Vertebral Column Tumors
Vitamin B12 Anemia
Anemia and Iron Deficiency Screening
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Erythropoietin Test
Thoracentesis

Insurance Accepted

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  • Choice Plus POS II
  • Superior Health Plan
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  • Blue Advantage HMO
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    Blue Choice
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    LocalPlus
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  • Choice Care PPO
    Preferred PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Brian Shimkus, MD
    11111 Research Blvd Ste 450, Austin, TX 78759

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shimkus
4.6
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1 Star (3)

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Jun 25, 2020
I feel very comfortable during this Covid 19 going to their office for my appts. They have the safety protocol down. I've been going there for years and have been treated very well.
— Jun 25, 2020
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Specialties*
Hematology
Medical Oncology
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Medical Oncology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Virginia
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Virginia
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
Fellowship Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shimkus' profile.

Dr. Shimkus frequently treats the following conditions: Gallbladder Cancer and Leukocytosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD is affiliated with St. David's Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Brian Shimkus, MD holds board certification in Medical Oncology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • St. David's Medical Center

    919 E 32nd St, Austin, TX