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Dr. Donna Shanks is a family medicine physician who earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency training at Bethesda Hospital, building a foundation in comprehensive family care. With 38 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Shanks has developed extensive expertise in treating patients across all age groups.
Dr. Shanks practices at multiple locations throughout Houston, including LBJ Hospital and Ben Taub Hospital. She specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. Her clinical practice includes performing complete blood count testing, thyroid hormone evaluations, and comprehensive chemistry panels to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.
Dr. Shanks practices at multiple locations throughout Houston, including LBJ Hospital and Ben Taub Hospital. She specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. Her clinical practice includes performing complete blood count testing, thyroid hormone evaluations, and comprehensive chemistry panels to monitor patient health and guide treatment decisions.
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Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- 10 insurance plans accepted
- Bethesda Hospital
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Donna Shanks has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 38 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Urdu | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, English | |
| Houston , TX | Katy , TX | Houston , TX | Baytown , TX |
| Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Ibadan College Of Medicine | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Donna Shanks
Medical Specialties
Dr. Donna Shanks has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Donna Shanks has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Bethesda Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Shanks' NPI number is 1033207196.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Donna Shanks's office located?
- Dr. Donna Shanks's office is located at 5656 Kelley St, Houston, TX, 77026.
- Is Dr. Donna Shanks accepting new patients?
- Dr. Donna Shanks has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Donna Shanks accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Donna Shanks accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Donna Shanks affiliated with?
- Dr. Donna Shanks is affiliated with Lbj Hospital.
- Does Dr. Donna Shanks accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Donna Shanks has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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