Summary

Dr. Robert Shin is a neurologist and ophthalmologist with three decades of experience treating complex conditions of the nervous system and eyes. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, where he also completed his fellowship training in 2002. His medical training includes residencies at both the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Albert Einstein Medical Center, providing him with comprehensive expertise across multiple medical centers. Dr. Shin is board-certified in neurology by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and speaks English.

Dr. Shin practices at several leading medical facilities, including MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC, MedStar Medical Center at Chevy Chase in Maryland, and UVA Health locations in Charlottesville, Virginia. He specializes in treating multiple sclerosis and its various forms, including primary progressive and progressive relapsing types. His expertise includes coordinating physical therapy treatments and utilizing advanced brain imaging with MRI technology to diagnose and monitor neurological conditions. Patients rate Dr. Shin 4.7 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 30 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Robert K Shin has 5 locations

MedStar Health: Neuroscience at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

3800 Reservoir Road, NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center, 6th FloorWashington, DC 20007

MedStar Health: Medical Center at Chevy Chase

5454 Wisconsin Avenue 11th Fl.Chevy Chase, MD 20815
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
Sat8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

UVA Health University Medical Center

1215 Lee StCharlottesville, VA 22908
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

UVA Health Adult Neurology Clinic

1221 Lee St. 4th FloorCharlottesville, VA 22903
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

UVA Health Eye Clinic Northridge

2955 Ivy Rd. (250 West)Charlottesville, VA 22903
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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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyPsychiatry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
30 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin Speaks English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Spanish Speaks English
Washington , DCGaithersburg , MDRockville , MDColumbia , MD
Med School: Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania Med School: St. George’s University Doctor of Medicine Med School: University Of Mumbai
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert K Shin

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Empire Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Innovation Health
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Priority Partners
  • Priority Partners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Riverside Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert K Shin has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert K Shin has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Ophthalmology
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Neurology

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Virginia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania2002

Residency

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania2000
Albert Einstein Medical Center1997

Medical School

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of PennsylvaniaGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Robert Shin's office located?
Dr. Robert Shin's office is located at 3800 Reservoir Road, NW Pasquerilla Healthcare Center, 6th Floor, Washington, DC, 20007.
Is Dr. Robert Shin accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Robert Shin accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Shin accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Robert Shin accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Robert Shin has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Robert Shin speak?
Dr. Robert Shin speaks English.

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