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Dr. Aurora Shands, MD

Family Medicine
2.3 (3)
Map Pin Small Lakewood, WA
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Aurora Shands, MD

Dr. Aurora Shands, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist in Lakewood, WA. They graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital and St. Clare Hospital. Dr. Shands, completed a residency at Community Hospital East Family Medicine. Patients rated Dr. Shands an average 2.3 star rating.

Dr. Shands works at MultiCare Lakewood Clinic in Lakewood, WA. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna 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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Dr. Shands' Office Locations

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    5700 100th St SW Ste 510, Lakewood, WA 98499 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (253) 792-6526

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  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital
  • St. Clare Hospital

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    About Dr. Aurora Shands, MD

    Specialties
    • Family Medicine
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1346694130
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    Education & Certifications

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    • Community Hospital East Family Medicine
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    • Indiana University School of Medicine
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    • Family Practice
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    Dr. Shands works at MultiCare Lakewood Clinic in Lakewood, WA. View the full address on Dr. Shands’s profile.

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