Summary

Dr. Wen Shen is a surgeon specializing in endocrine surgery with 27 years of experience in the field. He earned his medical degree from the University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine and completed his surgical residency at UCSF in 2000 and 2007. Dr. Shen is board-certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Shen practices at the Endocrine Surgery and Oncology Clinic in San Francisco, California. He focuses on treating conditions such as thyroid nodules, overactive parathyroid glands, and thyroid cancer. His surgical expertise includes thyroid operations and thyroid tissue sampling procedures. Patients have given Dr. Shen an average rating of 4.6 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 27 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UCSF
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Endocrine Surgery and Oncology Clinic

1600 Divisadero St # 4San Francisco, CA 94143

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San Francisco , CAFairfield , CAFairfield , CARedwood City , CA
Med School: University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Touro University Nevada College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN MEDICAL SCHOOL
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Wen T. Shen

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Wen T. Shen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Wen T. Shen has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Pheochromocytoma
  • Thyroid Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Wen T. Shen holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Surgery by the American Board of Surgery.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at UCSF in 2007 and UCSF in 2000.

Medical School

Graduated from University of California, San Francisco, School of Medicine in 1999.

NPI Number

Wen T. Shen's NPI number is 1598806317.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Wen Shen's office located?
Wen Shen's office is located at 1600 Divisadero St # 4, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
How can I make an appointment with Wen Shen?
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Is Wen Shen accepting new patients?
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What languages does Wen Shen speak?
Wen Shen speaks English.
Does Wen Shen accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Wen Shen accepts on their Vitals profile.

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