Summary

Dr. Stephen Shorts is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who also practices allergy and immunology, bringing 48 years of comprehensive experience to his patients. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in New Orleans and completed his residency training at Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Shorts is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient community.

Dr. Shorts practices at South Arkansas Ear Nose And Throat Clinic and maintains affiliations with Baptist Health Medical Center Stuttgart and Jefferson Regional Medical Center, both located in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. He specializes in treating various types of hearing loss, including hearing problems in children and sensorineural hearing loss. His expertise includes performing comprehensive hearing evaluations through audiograms, hearing tests, and tympanometry procedures to diagnose and assess auditory conditions. Patients have rated Dr. Shorts 4.5 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 48 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 3 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Stephen Donald Shorts has 2 locations

South Arkansas Ear Nose And Throat Clinic

1722 W 42nd AvePine Bluff, AR 71603
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Jefferson Regional Medical Center

1600 W 40th AvePine Bluff, AR 71603

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Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryAllergy & ImmunologyAllergy & ImmunologyOtolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
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48 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 40 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, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Pine Bluff , ARLittle Rock , ARLittle Rock , ARPine Bluff , AR
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: University of Florida College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Stephen Donald Shorts

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Summit Community Care
  • Summit Community Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Stephen Donald Shorts has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stephen Donald Shorts has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Allergy & Immunology
  • Audiology
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

48 Years Experience

Dr. Stephen Donald Shorts holds an active medical license in the state of Arkansas.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Baylor College Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1978.

NPI Number

Dr. Shorts' NPI number is 1992771174.

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Does Dr. Stephen Shorts accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Stephen Shorts speak?
Dr. Stephen Shorts speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Stephen Shorts affiliated with?
Dr. Stephen Shorts is affiliated with Baptist Health Medical Center Stuttgart.
Where is Dr. Stephen Shorts's office located?
Dr. Stephen Shorts's office is located at 1722 W 42nd Ave, Pine Bluff, AR, 71603.

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