Summary

Dr. Andrew Shinar is an orthopedic surgeon with 38 years of experience helping patients with bone, joint, and muscle conditions. He earned his medical degree from Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York. Dr. Shinar completed his residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital, where he focused on orthopedic surgery, and also trained in general surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He holds board certification in orthopedic surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery and speaks English.

Dr. Shinar practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. His expertise includes treating joint pain, knee discomfort, and hip problems. He incorporates physical therapy approaches into patient care and emphasizes strength training and hands-on manual therapy techniques to help patients recover and regain function. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 38 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Massachusetts General Hospital Program
  • 26 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Vanderbilt Orthopaedics

1215 21st Ave S Ste 4200Nashville, TN 37232
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Andrew Alan Shinar, MDDr. Scott Dube, MDDr. Chris Hoedt, MDTaylor Lauren Beek Moore
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryNurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
3.6 
38 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Nashville , TNHermitage , TNGreenville , NCNashville , TN
Med School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Andrew Alan Shinar

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • GEHA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Andrew Alan Shinar has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Andrew Alan Shinar has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery (Knee Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Mass Gen Hosp, Orthopedic Surgery; Beth Israel Deaconess Hp M C, General Surgery

Medical School

Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York NyGraduated in 1988
Columbia Univ College of Physicians And SurgeonsGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Andrew Shinar accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Andrew Shinar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Andrew Shinar accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Andrew Shinar's office located?
Dr. Andrew Shinar's office is located at 1215 21st Ave S Ste 4200, Nashville, TN, 37232.
What languages does Dr. Andrew Shinar speak?
Dr. Andrew Shinar speaks English.

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