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Dr. Alexander Shin, MD

Orthopedics*
4.1 (13)
Map Pin Small Rochester, MN
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Alexander Shin, MD

Dr. Alexander Shin, MD is an Orthopedic Specialist in Rochester, MN. Dr. Shin, completed a fellowship at Mayo Clinic. Patients rated Dr. Shin an average 4.1 star rating.

Dr. Shin works at Practice in Rochester, MN. They frequently treat conditions like Brachial Plexus Palsy along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Conditions Treated and Procedures Performed

Dr. Shin's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Mayo Clinic-rochester
    200 1st St SW, Rochester, MN 55905 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (507) 284-0475
  2. 2
    Mayo Psychiatry & Psychology Trtmt Ctr
    1216 2nd St SW, Rochester, MN 55902 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (507) 284-3689

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Marys Campus

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Brachial Plexus Palsy
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Broken Arm
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Broken Neck
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Clavicle Fracture
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Hip Pointer
Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Ankle Foot
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Wrist
Rib Fracture
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Dislocation
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Osteophyte
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Wrist Osteophyte
Bone Scan
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Joint Fluid Test
McMurray's Test
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Spinal and Postural Screening
Wrist Fusion
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    4.1
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    About Dr. Alexander Shin, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedics

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    Specialties*
    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1609849298
    NPI Number
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Mayo Clinic
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • Naval Medical Center
    Internship
    Board Certifications
    • Hand Surgery and Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Alexander Shin, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Shin is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Shin accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

    Dr. Shin has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Shin has seen patients for Brachial Plexus Palsy, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Shin on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    13 patients have reviewed Dr. Shin. The overall rating for this provider is 4.1. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Shin.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Shin, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Shin appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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