Dr. John Shin, MD
Neurosurgery•Male•Age 45
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available
55 Fruit St Ste 745 Boston, MA 02114
Dr. John Shin, MD is a Neurosurgery Specialist in Boston, MA. Dr. Shin has more experience with Spine Disorders & Surgical Procedures than other specialists in his area. He is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Shin to book an appointment.
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What went well
- Appointment wasn't rushed (42)
- Explained conditions well (41)
- Listened & answered questions (41)
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- Difficult to schedule appointment (4)
- Didn't explain conditions well (2)
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Doctor Shin did neck surgery on me and did a phenomenal job..He improved my quality of life. Kristin his NP and all of his staff are an asset to MGH
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Aug 19, 2020
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Dr. Shin and his entire team and the entire team at Mass General are truly the best of the best! I was seen by my doctor where I live and was told “you’re fine not eligible for surgery but let’s do an MRI to check” then I was told “you just need like a day surgery to remove the bone spur pushing on your spinal cord”. I woke up a few weeks later unable to lift my left arm and hand no feeling in my fingers. Drove over an hour to Mass General was admitted immediately and had a spinal fusion done in a day. Dr. Shin was professional, took time to explain everything to me and did the best job on my spine. Literally everyone I encountered at Mass General set such a high bar of patient care that I wish I could give them each a hug and thank them for everything. Can not recommend Dr. Shin and his tram enough!
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Jess – Aug 18, 2020
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Dr. Shin performed a neck fusion on me two years ago and the results have been nothing short of phenomenal. I highly recommend him to anyone with spine issues.
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Jan 24, 2020
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I’d been walking around for 8-9 years in agony from spinal stenosis. From the minute I woke from surgery, the pain in my leg was gone. Back surgery is not easy, but he did such a great job, I never had even one complication. The staples in my back were placed so perfectly I even asked if he measured the placement of each! :-). He and his staff took great care of me. I highly recommend Dr. Shin.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
KarenCNorth Andover in North Andover, MA – Apr 14, 2018
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The results of the my surgery was amazing. Couldn’t walk 50 feet prior and within 7 days I was able to walk 2 miles. Second surgery with Dr. Shin. Results are life changing. Getting an appointment is not easy
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Jim Tynan in Sandwich MA – Nov 20, 2017
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He saved my life and full function of my body when I shattered my neck 48 days ago. When I awoke after surgery, I could not move my ams and legs. My short term memory had stopped. Today, am home. Walking, gardening and remembing!
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Nancy in Arlington, MA – Aug 03, 2017
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On 06-20-2016 Dr Shin operated on my back. Surgery is always a last resort. I was there but truly did not want to be there, however, everything that Dr. Shin told me about this operation and the relief he would be able give me was the truth. Due to this surgery this man has given me my life back. Now I say to myself WHY did I wait 10 years. Thank You and your wonderful staff.. It was a pleasure seeing you today for my 6 month checkup.
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No results
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thomas surette in Malden, MA – Dec 14, 2016
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I had a shattered L-1 vertabrae from a highway car accident in January 2015. I was rushed to mass general and put in the hands of Dr Shin and his team. They saved my life and I am able to walk and go on with my life after being millimeters from being paralyzed. I always felt at ease from the ICU to the after care appointments. They are very attentive and professional, I never once felt scared or worried about my recovery as they treat you like a person through all stages of healing.
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Jan 20, 2016
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Four weeks out from surgery by Dr. Shin and I am amazed at my progress and my quality of life compared to the pain and suffering I endured for a very very long time. Dr. Shin and his team were unbelievable in every way - making a worrisome and dreaded necessary surgery as easy and more worthwhile than I could have ever anticipated. My family and I are amazed at every detail of attention and care.the
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Rosemary Altiere in North Kingstown, RI – Dec 22, 2015