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Dr. Joseph Shinn, MD

Dr. Joseph Shinn, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Shinn, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Lafayette, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arizona in 1992. He is affiliated with Franciscan Health Lafayette East. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

3920 St Francis Way Ste 100 Lafayette, IN 47905
(765) 428-5888

Dr. Shinn is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Shinn's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shinn

4.2

19 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
5%
5%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
16%
16%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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C. Cooper – Jun 04, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Harms – Nov 07, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Melody – Nov 05, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
2 people found this helpful
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West Lafayette, IN – Dec 06, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kris in Lafayette, in – Nov 10, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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PMason in Lafayette, IN – Aug 16, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Shinn, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Lafayette, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Arizona in 1992. He is affiliated with Franciscan Health Lafayette East. He is accepting new patients.

  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Wisc/sinai Samaritan Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • University Of Arizona

    Medical School, 1992

  • University Of Arizona College Of Medicine – Phoenix

    Medical School, 1992
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Dr. Shinn is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Lafayette Obstetrics and Gynecology3920 St Francis Way Ste 100 Lafayette, IN 47905
    1
    Womens Health Services Crawfordsville1630 Lafayette Rd Ste 400 Crawfordsville, IN 47933
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Franciscan Health Lafayette East

      1701 S Creasy Ln
      Lafayette, IN 47905
      Recipient of 19
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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