Summary

Dr. Karen Schultz-Shimshak treats skin cancer, acrochordon, and strabismus and has practiced ophthalmology for 41 years. She is affiliated with Nemours Children's Hospital and sees patients in Jacksonville, Florida. Dr. Schultz-Shimshak earned her medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 41 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • Medical College Of Wisconsin
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Karen J Schultz-Shimshak has 2 locations

Mayo Clinic Jacksonville

4500 San Pablo Rd SJacksonville, FL 32224

Nemours Children's Specialty Care, Jacksonville

807 Childrens Way # 3Jacksonville, FL 32207

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Dr. Karen J Schultz-Shimshak, MDDr. Gayla Denae Rowland, MDDr. Benjamin John Thomas, MDDr. Mansoor Sadiq Mughal, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyNeurology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
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41 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Jacksonville , FLCrestview , FLJacksonville , FLNew Brunswick , NJ
Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cambridge School Of Clinical Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen J Schultz-Shimshak

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Capital Health Plan
  • Empire Plan
  • Florida Health Care Plans
  • Humana
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Karen J Schultz-Shimshak has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Karen J Schultz-Shimshak has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
  • Lazy Eye (Strabismus)
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity
  • Tear Duct Problems
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

Dr. Karen J Schultz-Shimshak holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Medical College Of Wisconsin in 1985.

NPI Number

Dr. Schultz-Shimshak's NPI number is 1407931769.

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Dr. Karen Schultz-Shimshak is affiliated with Nemours Childrens Hospital.
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Dr. Karen Schultz-Shimshak's office is located at 4500 San Pablo Rd S, Jacksonville, FL, 32224.

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