Summary

Dr. John Shin is an ophthalmologist with 34 years of experience specializing in comprehensive eye care. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine and completed his residency at Alameda County Medical Center. Dr. Shin is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Shin practices at multiple locations throughout Marin County, including San Rafael, Greenbrae, and Novato. He is affiliated with Novato Community Hospital and MarinHealth Medical Center. His expertise includes treating cataracts, glaucoma, and posterior vitreous detachment. Dr. Shin performs comprehensive eye exams, tonometry testing, and intraocular lens implant procedures. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 34 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Alameda County Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Chongwoo Shin has 6 locations

Marin Eyes

901 E St Ste 270San Rafael, CA 94901
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Marin Eyes

901 E St Ste 285San Rafael, CA 94901
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

Marinhealth Medical Center

599 Sir Francis Drake Boulevard Ste 206Greenbrae, CA 94904

Novato Community Hospital

180 Rowland WayNovato, CA 94945

Marin Ophthalmic Consultants-Laser Vision Correction Center

165 Rowland Way Ste 207Novato, CA 94945
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Marin Ophthalmic Consultants And Surgery Center

901 E St Ste 285San Rafael, CA 94901
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

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Dr. John Chongwoo Shin, MDDr. Anthony Kweku Agadzi, MDDr. Thomas Richardson RowleyDr. Jamie Bhamra
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
3.7 
4.7 
34 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 56 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks French, Spanish, Russian, English Speaks English Speaks English
San Rafael , CAVallejo , CABerkeley , CASan Francisco , CA
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Calgary Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Chongwoo Shin

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Chongwoo Shin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Chongwoo Shin has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Corneal Diseases
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Alameda County Medical Center

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. John Shin speak?
Dr. John Shin speaks Spanish and Chinese.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Shin?
You can find contact information for Dr. John Shin here on Vitals.
Does Dr. John Shin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Shin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Shin's office located?
Dr. John Shin's office is located at 901 E St Ste 270, San Rafael, CA, 94901.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Shin affiliated with?
Dr. John Shin is affiliated with Novato Community Hospital and Marinhealth Medical Center.

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