Dr. Joan Shen MD
OB-GYN (Obstetrician-Gynecologist) | Gynecology
250 Charlois Blvd Dba Winston-Salem He Winston Salem NC, 27103About
Dr. Joan Shen is an obstetrician-gynecologist practicing in Winston Salem, NC. Dr. Shen specializes in women's health, particularly the female reproductive system, pregnancy and childbirth. As an obstetrician-gynecologist, or OB-GYN, Dr. Shen can treat a number of health issues related to the vagina, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes and breasts. Dr Shen can also treat women during pregnancy, labor, childbirth and the postpartum period. In this specialty, doctors focus on reproductive care from puberty through adulthood.
Education and Training
Univ of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa 1984
University of Pittsburgh / Main Campus 1984
Board Certification
Obstetrics and GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and GynecologyABOG
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Professional Memberships
- Member American College of Ob/Gyn
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