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Dr. James Shepherd, MD

General Surgery* Age 44
Dr. James Shepherd, MD
3.6 (14 Ratings)
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Dr. James Shepherd, MD is a General Surgeon in North Venice, FL.
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Dr. James Shepherd, MD

General Surgery* Age 44
North Venice, FL
Accepting new patients
17 years of experience
Dr. James Shepherd, MD is a General Surgeon in North Venice, FL.

About

Dr. Shepherd graduated from UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER in 2007 and completed a residency at University of Oklahoma College of Medicine.Dr. James Shepherd, MD is a General Surgeon in North Venice, FL and has 17 years experience. Dr. Shepherd currently practices at First Physicians Group General Surgery and are affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, INTEGRIS Bass Baptist Health Center, INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center, INTEGRIS Health Edmond Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice. At present, Dr. Shepherd received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 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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Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
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Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
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Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Abdominal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Gallstones
Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Traumatic Brain Injury
Colectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Port Placements or Replacements
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Varices
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
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Intestinal Diverticulosis
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Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Megacolon
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Angioaccess
Angiography
Angioplasty With Stent Placement
Anoscopy
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Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Bladder Surgery
Colostomy
Dialysis Access Procedures
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Mastectomy
Non-Coronary Angioplasty, Atherectomy, and Stenting
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Peritoneal Dialysis
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Vascular Transcatheter Embolization
Venous Thrombectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon

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  • Pathway X (on Exchange)-GA HMO
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  • Cigna
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  • United Healthcare
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia

Locations

  1. 1 First Physicians Group General Surgery at Venice Medical Office Building
    200 Healthcare Way Unit 101, North Venice, FL 34275
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (941) 261-2000
    Monday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Saturday
    09:00 - 16:30
    Sunday
    09:00 - 16:30

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shepherd
3.6
Based on 14 Reviews
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1 Star (4)

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Dec 02, 2023
Overall, excellent service. He us to the point. Bedside manner could use a bit of improvement. I did have issues getting FMLA and short term disability claim filed, but that could be due to the insurance company and myself.
Andy Takach — Dec 02, 2023
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Specialties*
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA / HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER
    2007
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
    2008
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
    2012
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Shepherd, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shepherd's profile.

Dr. James Shepherd, MD is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, INTEGRIS Bass Baptist Health Center, INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center, INTEGRIS Health Edmond Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice.

Yes, Dr. James Shepherd, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

    1700 S Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL

  • INTEGRIS Bass Baptist Health Center

    600 S Monroe St, Enid, OK

  • INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center

    3300 NW Expressway, Oklahoma City, OK

  • INTEGRIS Health Edmond Hospital

    4801 Integris Pkwy, Edmond, OK

  • Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice

    2600 Laurel Rd E, North Venice, FL