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Andrew A. Shinar MD

Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Medical Director, VUMC Inpatient Orthopaedic Unit

About Andrew A. Shinar

Areas of Expertise

  • Adult Orthopaedics
  • Orthopaedics

Locations

1215 21st Avenue South, Suite 4200
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Health Belle Meade
6002 Highway 100
Nashville, TN 37205

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Columbia University, 1988
  • Internship - Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, 1989
  • Residency - Harvard University, 1993
  • Fellowship - Massachusetts General Hospital, 1995

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery - American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1997

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October 17, 2025
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Dr. Shinar is very thorough.He takes time to review all the details with you and discuss ways to help you.
October 16, 2025
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Dr Shinir is the absolute best. Kind, listens, brilliant
October 13, 2025
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My Dr was very kind, interested in my problem, and knew what I should do to improve my knees.
October 8, 2025
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A very professional and caring doctor who provides excellent care explaining procedure steps and what future treatment may be needed. This doctor embodies what all doctors should be in regards to skill set and bedside manner. I have recommended him to many people.
September 30, 2025
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He was wonderful. Answered my questions. Made me feel valued as a person and heard. Others could learn from him. He was still fast and efficient, but I never felt rushed or cut off. He was very good
September 28, 2025
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Dr Shinar has a great ability to explain everything in a way you can easily understand.
September 25, 2025
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Dr Andrew Shinar is always attentive and proactive. We've been coming to him for a long time and several needed surgeries
September 16, 2025
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Excellent
September 12, 2025
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