5
1 Rating with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. James Shanks treats obesity, overweight, and hypertension, and practices oncology and internal medicine. He has 24 years of experience and sees patients at M Health Fairview Saint Johns Hospital and M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital in Saint Paul, Minnesota. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shanks 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 24 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Minnesota Medical School
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Oncology | Oncology | Oncology | Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 24 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Saint Paul , MN | Coon Rapids , MN | Coon Rapids , MN | Maplewood , MN |
| Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: University of Missouri | Med School: University of Bombay | Med School: Czeckhoslovakia |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Christopher Shanks
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Christopher Shanks has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Christopher Shanks has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Dr. James Christopher Shanks holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 2002.
NPI Number
Dr. Shanks' NPI number is 1255393906.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Shanks affiliated with?
- Dr. James Shanks is affiliated with M Health Fairview Saint Johns Hospital and M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital.
- Does Dr. James Shanks accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Shanks has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- What languages does Dr. James Shanks speak?
- Dr. James Shanks speaks English.
- Where is Dr. James Shanks's office located?
- Dr. James Shanks's office is located at 1575 Beam Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55109.
- Does Dr. James Shanks accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Shanks accepts on their Vitals profile.
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