Summary

Dr. John Shaw is a surgeon who focuses on general surgery with extensive experience in gastrointestinal procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and completed his general surgery residency at Providence Hospital in 1991. With 36 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Shaw is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Shaw practices at Mercy Health Defiance Hospital and sees patients at locations in Defiance and Napoleon, Ohio. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, abdominal pain, and diverticular disease. His surgical expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal procedures to diagnose and treat digestive health issues. Patients have given Dr. Shaw an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 36 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Providence Hosp Med Ctrs, General Surgery
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John W Shaw has 2 locations

Mercy Health - Defiance General Surgery

1400 E 2nd StDefiance, OH 43512
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgerySurgerySurgeryUrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.3 
4.3 
36 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Defiance , OHDefiance , OHGoshen , INToledo , OH
Med School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John W Shaw

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aflac
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - ACA
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Buckeye Health Plan
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - ACA
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. John W Shaw has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Ohio, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Providence Hosp Med Ctrs, General Surgery
Providence Hospital1991

Medical School

University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati OhGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Shaw?
You can find contact information for Dr. John Shaw here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. John Shaw's office located?
Dr. John Shaw's office is located at 1400 E 2nd St, Defiance, OH, 43512.
Is Dr. John Shaw accepting new patients?
Dr. John Shaw is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. John Shaw's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. John Shaw speak?
Dr. John Shaw speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Shaw affiliated with?
Dr. John Shaw is affiliated with Mercy Health Defiance Hospital.

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