Allen F. Shih
Expertise in
1
conditions

Dr. Allen F. Shih

Dermatology
330 Brookline Avenue, 
Boston, MA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
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Expertise in
1
conditions
330 Brookline Avenue, 
Boston, MA 

Overview

Allen Shih is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Boston, Massachusetts.

Dr. Shih is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, Calciphylaxis, Livedo Reticularis, and Actinic Keratosis.

Dr. Shih is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 20 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shih is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Dermatology

Licenses

Dermatology in MA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Dermatology

Hospital Affiliations

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Mandarin
Spanish
Taiwanese

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
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  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
BMC HealthNet
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
CareFirst
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  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Commonwealth Care Alliance
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Highmark
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  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Mass General Brigham Health Plan
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
Premera Blue Cross
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Senior Whole Health
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
Tufts
  • HMO
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
Other Locations
Dermatology and Laser Center of Chestnut Hill
25 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

20 Total Publications

First, do NOHARM: towards clinically safe large language models.
First, do NOHARM: towards clinically safe large language models.
Journal: ArXiv
Published: January 14, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Allen F. Shih

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Allen F. Shih?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Allen F. Shih by calling their office at 617-667-3753. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Allen F. Shih a top-rated expert for Porphyria Cutanea Tarda?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Allen F. Shih is classified as an Advanced expert for Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Allen F. Shih specialize in?

While Dr. Allen F. Shih is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Porphyria Cutanea Tarda, Calciphylaxis, and Livedo Reticularis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.

Does Dr. Allen F. Shih participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Allen F. Shih has published 20 articles and abstracts on conditions like Porphyria Cutanea Tarda. You can view a list of Dr. Allen F. Shih's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Allen F. Shih accept my insurance?

Dr. Allen F. Shih accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 617-667-3753 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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