Summary

Dr. Thomas Shands is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in geriatric medicine, bringing comprehensive care to adult patients with a particular focus on the unique health needs of older adults. He earned his medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hospital. With over five decades of medical practice, Dr. Shands has developed extensive expertise in treating complex health conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Shands practices at Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle and Baptist Memorial Hospital Union County, with locations in New Albany, Mississippi. His clinical focus includes treating substance use disorders, particularly opioid use disorder and heroin use. He performs comprehensive physical therapy evaluations and utilizes toxicology testing to support patient care and treatment planning. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shands highly for his compassionate approach, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 54 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Andrew Shands has 2 locations

Baptist Medical Group New Albany Medical Group

300 Oxford RdNew Albany, MS 38652
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

Baptist Memorial Hospital Union County

200 State Highway 30 WNew Albany, MS 38652

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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
New Albany , MSMEMPHIS , TNTupelo , MSTupelo , MS
Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Andrew Shands

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Andrew Shands has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Andrew Shands has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Mississippi, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Hospital

Medical School

University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1975
University Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Shands affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Shands is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle and Baptist Memorial Hospital Union County.
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