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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. Robert Stewart Shofner, MD | Dr. Abby N. May | Dr. David Zimmerman, OD |
| Optometry | Optometry | Optometry | Optometry |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 52 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 12 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 | Nashville , TN |
| Med School: Southern College Of Optometry | Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine | Med School: Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry, Davie, FL | Med School: UAB School of Optometry |
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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
Dr. Fred R Shanks holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.
Medical License
Doctor Of Optometry with an active medical license in the state of Tennessee that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Southern College Of Optometry in 1974.
NPI Number
Dr. Shanks' NPI number is 1306991906.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Fred R Shanks accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Fred R 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 R Shanks's office located?
- Dr. Fred R Shanks's office is located at 412 Elysian Fields Rd, Nashville, TN, 37211.
- Does Dr. Fred R Shanks accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Fred R Shanks accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Fred R Shanks?
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- Is Dr. Fred R Shanks accepting new patients?
- Dr. Fred R Shanks has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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