Summary

Dr. Francis Shen specializes in surgery with a focus on orthopedic procedures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed both his residency and fellowship training at the University of Virginia Medical Center, finishing his fellowship in 1998. With three decades of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Shen holds board certification in Orthopaedic Surgery from the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Shen practices at University of Virginia Children's Hospital and sees patients across multiple locations in Charlottesville, Virginia. His expertise includes treating spinal stenosis and herniated discs, conditions that can cause significant back pain and mobility issues. He performs lateral lumbar spinal fusion procedures and herniated disc surgery to help restore function and relieve pain. Patients have given Dr. Shen an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 30 years of experience
  • 56 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Virginia Medical Center
  • 30 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Francis H Shen has 3 locations

UVA Health Spine Care Ivy Road

2280 Ivy Rd Ste 2304Charlottesville, VA 22903
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

UVA Health University Medical Center

1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

UVA Health Outpatient Surgery Center

1204 W Main StCharlottesville, VA 22903
Mon5:30 am - 7:00 pm
Tue5:30 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu5:30 am - 7:00 pm
Fri5:30 am - 7:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Accepts New Patients
4.7 
30 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 66 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Charlottesville , VACHARLOTTESVILLE , VACharlottesville , VACharlottesville , VA
Med School: University of Virginia School of Medicine Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: University of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Francis H Shen

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Benefit Management Inc
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Empire Plan
  • GEHA
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Innovation Health
  • Integra
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optima Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Priority Health
  • Progressive
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - Workers’ Compensation
  • Travelers - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Francis H Shen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Francis H Shen has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Gene Therapy
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Infection
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Microsurgery
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Francis H Shen holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia. They are board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Orthopaedic Surgery by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at University of Virginia Medical Center in 1998.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of Virginia Medical Center in 2001 and University of Virginia Medical Center in 1997.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Francis H Shen's NPI number is 1962571505.

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Francis Shen speaks English.
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Which hospitals is Francis Shen affiliated with?
Francis Shen is affiliated with University Of Virginia Childrens Hospital.

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