Summary

Dr. Joongho Shin is a board-certified surgeon who specializes in colorectal surgery with over two decades of experience treating patients. He earned his medical degree from Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University and completed his residency training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. With 22 years of clinical expertise, Dr. Shin focuses on complex surgical conditions affecting the colon and rectum. He is fluent in Korean and Spanish.

Dr. Shin practices at multiple locations throughout Los Angeles and La Canada Flintridge, California, with his primary affiliation at Keck Hospital of USC. His clinical expertise includes treating colorectal cancer, rectal cancer, and other gastrointestinal cancers. He performs specialized procedures such as colonoscopy and sigmoidoscopy to diagnose and treat conditions of the lower digestive tract. Patients have given Dr. Shin an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.9
  • 22 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Korean, Spanish
  • Albert Einstein College Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Joongho Shin has 5 locations

Usc Colorectal Surgery

1450 San Pablo St Ste 6200Los Angeles, CA 90033
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

La Canada Usc Healthcare Center

1751 Foothill Blvd Ste 2La Canada Flintridge, CA 91011
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

Keck Hospital Of Usc

1500 San Pablo StLos Angeles, CA 90033

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SurgeryAnesthesiologyEmergency MedicinePathology
Accepts New Patients
3.9 
22 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Korean, Spanish Speaks English
Los Angeles , CACulver City , CALos Angeles , CAGlendale , CA
Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joongho Shin

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CalOptima
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Legacy Health
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Moda Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. Joongho Shin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joongho Shin has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Banding
  • Bowel Resection
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Diverticulitis
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Rectal Pain
  • Rectal Prolapse
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Joongho Shin holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Albert Einstein College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Shin's NPI number is 1821389263.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Joongho Shin affiliated with?
Dr. Joongho Shin is affiliated with Keck Hospital Of Usc.
Does Dr. Joongho Shin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Joongho Shin accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Joongho Shin's office located?
Dr. Joongho Shin's office is located at 1450 San Pablo St Ste 6200, Los Angeles, CA, 90033.
Is Dr. Joongho Shin accepting new patients?
Dr. Joongho Shin has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Joongho Shin speak?
Dr. Joongho Shin speaks Korean and Spanish.

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