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Summary
Dr. Shanks graduated from the Southern College of Optometry in 1974. He works in Nashville, TN and specializes in Optometry.
Quick Facts
- 52 years of experience
- 12 insurance plans accepted
- Southern College Of Optometry
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Dr. Fred R Shanks, OD | Dr. Jake Wysiadlowski, OD | Dr. David O. Carrico, OD | Dr. James M Judd, OD |
| Optometry | Optometry | Optometry | Optometry |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 52 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Nashville , TN | Nashville , TN | Gallatin , TN | Gallatin , TN |
| Med School: Southern College Of Optometry | Med School: Southern College of Optometry | Med School: Southern College Of Optometry | |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Fred R Shanks
Medical Specialties
Dr. Fred R Shanks has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Fred R Shanks has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
52 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Doctor Of Optometry, Tennessee, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Southern College Of OptometryGraduated in 1974
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- Does Dr. Fred Shanks accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Fred Shanks has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Fred Shanks's office located?
- Dr. Fred Shanks's office is located at 412 Elysian Fields Rd, Nashville, TN, 37211.
- Does Dr. Fred Shanks accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Fred Shanks accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fred Shanks?
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- Is Dr. Fred Shanks accepting new patients?
- Dr. Fred Shanks has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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