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Dr. Benjamin Shepherd, MD

General Surgery* Age 37
Dr. Benjamin Shepherd, MD
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Dr. Benjamin Shepherd, MD is a General Surgeon in Huntsville, AL.
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Dr. Benjamin Shepherd, MD

General Surgery* Age 37
Huntsville, AL
Accepting new patients
Dr. Benjamin Shepherd, MD is a General Surgeon in Huntsville, AL.

About

Dr. Shepherd graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine. Dr. Benjamin Shepherd, MD is a General Surgeon in Huntsville, AL. Dr. Shepherd currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Crestwood Medical Center, Decatur Morgan Hospital, Highlands Medical Center and Huntsville Hospital. Dr. Shepherd has experience treating conditions like Cerebrovascular Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD) and Carotid Artery Disease among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shepherd received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Shepherd's office accepts new patients. Dr. Shepherd is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Cerebrovascular Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrovascular Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Carotid Artery Disease
Cerebrovascular Disease
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Carotid Artery Disease
Peripheral Arterial Disease of Extremities
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Aortic Aneurysm
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Pain
Aortic Ectasia
Atherosclerosis
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Iliac Aneurysm
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Edema
Traumatic Brain Injury
Varicose Veins
Venous Hypertension
Venous Insufficiency
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Carotid Artery Stent Placement
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA) or Excision of Infected Graft
Embolectomy Arterial
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Peripheral Artery Bypass
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Pulmonary Thrombectomy
Vascular Duplex Ultrasonography and Plethysmography
Acute Bowel Infarction
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Aortic Dissection
Aortic Embolism and Thrombosis
Arteriovenous Fistula
Ascites
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Atherosclerosis of Aorta
Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM)
Cholangiocarcinoma
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Congenital Heart Defects
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Crohn's Disease
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Gastric Ulcer
Hyperparathyroidism
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Pulmonary Embolism
Renal Artery Arteriosclerotic Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Hypertension
Spider Veins
Thyroid Nodule
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Umbilical Hernia
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Aneurysm Repair
Angioplasty Vertebral Vessels
Aortic Repair
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Endovascular Repair of Aorta
Endovascular Repair of Thoracic Aorta
Gastrotomy
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracentesis
Thromboendarterectomy or Excision of Infected Graft

Insurance Accepted

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Locations

  1. 1 Valley Vascular Consultants PC
    201 Sivley Rd SW Ste 530, Huntsville, AL 35801
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 265-7480
  2. 2 Huntsville Hospital
    101 Sivley Rd SW, Huntsville, AL 35801
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 801-6036
  3. 3 Jeremy P. Russell MD LLC
    4810 Whitesport Cir SW Ste 204, Huntsville, AL 35801
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (256) 265-7480

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Aug 06, 2024
I had a AAA repaired by Dr. Shepard. He has an awesome bedside manner. Easy to talk to and kept me well informed about my prognosis. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing vascular surgery.
John Missavage — Aug 06, 2024
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery and Vascular Surgery
Board Certifications
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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. Benjamin Shepherd, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shepherd's profile.

Dr. Shepherd frequently treats the following conditions: Cerebrovascular Disease, Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD) and Carotid Artery Disease. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Benjamin Shepherd, MD is affiliated with Crestwood Medical Center, Decatur Morgan Hospital, Highlands Medical Center and Huntsville Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Benjamin Shepherd, MD holds board certification in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Crestwood Medical Center

    1 Hospital Dr SW, Huntsville, AL

  • Decatur Morgan Hospital

    1201 7th St SE, Decatur, AL

  • Highlands Medical Center

    380 Woods Cove Rd, Scottsboro, AL

  • Huntsville Hospital

    101 Sivley Rd SW, Huntsville, AL