Dr. John M. Shearman, MD | Portsmouth, NH | Rheumatologist

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Dr. John Shearman treats polymyalgia rheumatica, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriasis, and performs colorectal cancer screening and administers autoinjectors and insulin pens. He has practiced rheumatology and allergy & immunology for 53 years and is affiliated with Wentworth Douglass Hospital. Dr. Shearman earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and sees patients in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Shearman 4.07 out of 5.

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accepting new patients
4.1

15 Ratings
53 years of experience
speaks English
Emory University School Of Medicine
6 written reviews
2 specialties
14 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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4.1

15 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Excellent care and diagnosis

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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November 13th, 2015

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I love him.. does not yes me to death, and he is an excellent diagnostician., finally solving symptoms I had been having for a year or more.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
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January 26th, 2015

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I'am very pleased with Dr.Shearman and his office. He Helped me after two other physicians misdiagnosed me. I'm unemployed and He and his staff helped me get my medication for free threw a patient asistance foundation, very quickly i might add. The nurses and office staff were very professional and caring. I cant say enough and how grateful i am.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

April 14th, 2011

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I have seen many Rheumatologists over the years, most of them fuddy duddys who really do not take the time to get to know you and your unique symptoms. Dr Shearman is different - he seems to really care for his patients and takes the time to talk to his patients and really find out whats going on. He is not narrow minded in his thinking, well educated in the changes in treating RA today and will work with you.I would highly recommend him.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 22nd, 2010

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This doctor is excellent. His skill and expertise go above and beyond. He was highly recommended to me by another patient for his ability to diagnose difficult problems. He is easy to contact and available through his staff whenever needed.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

July 29th, 2010

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This doctor is now becoming a joke among other doctors regarding the referral process. I had an appt with him after years of seeing him and he cancelled it the day before, citing "He was not Dr for me and I had made complaint". Up until then, I had not, and he wouldn't even give me a chance to straighten it out. He wasted valuable time in my cancer treatment (who cancels after making appt?) When I saw him he was arrogant and always talked about Arabs and Jews. (I am Arab, he is Jewish) Do not question what his notes mean or you will be complaining. I think he did not want a Medicare patient or any more Arabs in his practice. Since I never complained, he made up this issue to cancel the appt he had made--how cold is that when the start of your chemo depends on it. Hey, what is one more dead Arab, right Dr. Shearman?

Did Well

Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

March 8th, 2010

Shearman John M Office

278 Lafayette Rd Bldg EPortsmouth, NH 03801

Mon7:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Dr. John Mc Lean Shearman, MD	Dr. Samir Dipak Bhangle, MD	Dr. Elisabeth Baur Matson, DO	Dr. Anthony Ippolito, DO
Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology
Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (15 Ratings)	4.9 (9 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	4.3 (6 Ratings)
53 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience	22 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, Spanish
Portsmouth , NH	Dover , NH	Exeter , NH	Rochester , NH
Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine	Med School: Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College	Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine	Med School: University Of New England College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Allergy & Immunology
Arthritis
Asthma
Fibromyalgia
Gout
Hay Fever (Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis)
Knee Osteoarthritis
Lupus
Nasal Allergy (Rhinitis)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
Osteoporosis
Rheumatic Diseases
Tendinitis

Dr. John Mc Lean Shearman holds an active medical license in the state of New Hampshire.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New Hampshire that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine in 1973.

NPI Number

Dr. Shearman's NPI number is 1689661498.

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What languages does Dr. John Shearman speak?: Dr. John Shearman speaks English.
Where is Dr. John Shearman's office located?: Dr. John Shearman's office is located at 278 Lafayette Rd Bldg E, Portsmouth, NH, 03801.
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