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Donna R. Shell MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine

Areas of Expertise

  • Internal Medicine
  • Primary Care

Location

Vanderbilt Health Hendersonville
129 N Anderson Lane
Hendersonville, TN 37075

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Michigan, 2006
  • Residency in Pathology - University of Michigan Health System, 2007
  • Residency, Internal Medicine - Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital, 2010

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2010

Patient Comments

Patient Comments are gathered from the Press Ganey Patient Experience Survey and displayed in full. Patients are not identified in order to respect patient privacy.
Dr. Shell asked more personal questions this time, and I can see that she was trying to connect with me. These types of interactions help me feel more comfortable.
August 13, 2026
Dr. Shell is always polite and willing to help with any questions or concerns.
August 8, 2026
Dr. Shell did a thorough exam, and we discussed several of my ongoing issues that I have been seeing specialists for. I also told her about two new issues, and she gave me an OTC recommendation for one and referred me for testing for the other. We were not rushed and it was a very pleasant visit.
August 7, 2026
Dr. Shell is extremely attentive to questions and concerns.
August 7, 2026
Dr Shell took her time with me and addressed every one of my concerns and problems thoroughly. I am very pleased with her.
August 7, 2026
Dr. Shell is kind and compassionate. She is well informed and offered many options. She also understood that I am in full grief mode and that my experiences are expected. She will reevaluate me and asked me to contact her through message in 10 days. I feel that I am in great care with Dr. Shell. She respects my years of nursing experience and my opinions and also keeps me informed regarding treatments and practices.
August 6, 2026
Went smooth
August 6, 2026
I never feel rushed and always feel like I'm part of their family
August 2, 2026
Dr. Shell has a very soothing presence exhibiting calm professionalism with warmth.
July 29, 2026