Overview
Brian Shimkus is a Hematologist practicing medicine in Austin, Texas.
Dr. Shimkus is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Febrile Neutropenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), and Agranulocytosis.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Shimkus is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
11111 Research Blvd Ste 450, Austin, TX 78759
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Shimkus has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Brian J. Shimkus
Is Dr. Brian J. Shimkus a top-rated expert for Febrile Neutropenia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian J. Shimkus is classified as an Distinguished expert for Febrile Neutropenia, 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. Brian J. Shimkus specialize in?
While Dr. Brian J. Shimkus is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Febrile Neutropenia, Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia, and Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Brian J. Shimkus participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brian J. Shimkus has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Febrile Neutropenia. You can view a list of Dr. Brian J. Shimkus's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Brian J. Shimkus accept my insurance?
Dr. Brian J. Shimkus accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)Dr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP).
- Advanced
- AnemiaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Burkitt LymphomaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Burkitt Lymphoma.
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)Dr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Hemangioma Thrombocytopenia Syndrome
- Idiopathic NeutropeniaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Neutropenia.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- LeukocytosisDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Leukocytosis.
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance (MGUS)
- Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN)Dr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPN).
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Primary Lymphoma of the BrainDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.
- Richter SyndromeDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Richter Syndrome.
- Schnitzler SyndromeDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Schnitzler Syndrome.
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)
- Experienced
- Adult T-Cell LeukemiaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Adult T-Cell Leukemia.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Alpha ThalassemiaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Alpha Thalassemia.
- Alpha Thalassemia X-Linked Intellectual Disability Syndrome
- B-Cell LymphomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about B-Cell Lymphoma.
- Beta ThalassemiaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Beta Thalassemia.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Childhood Acute Myeloid LeukemiaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia.
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)Dr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML).
- Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML)Dr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia (CMML).
- Chronic T-Cell Leukemia (CTCL)Dr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Chronic T-Cell Leukemia (CTCL).
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- EmphysemaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Glyceraldehyde-3-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
- GTP Cyclohydrolase 1 DeficiencyDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about GTP Cyclohydrolase 1 Deficiency.
- Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL)Dr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Hairy Cell Leukemia (HCL).
- HemosiderosisDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Hemosiderosis.
- HER2 Negative Breast CancerDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.
- Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Idiopathic Pulmonary HemosiderosisDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis.
- Lung NodulesDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- MalabsorptionDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Malabsorption.
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL)Dr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL).
- Multiple MyelomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Myeloma.
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS)Dr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS).
- MyelofibrosisDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Myelofibrosis.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Philadelphia-Negative Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- POEMS SyndromeDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about POEMS Syndrome.
- Polycythemia VeraDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Polycythemia Vera.
- Primary Immunodeficiency (PID)Dr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Primary Immunodeficiency (PID).
- Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma (PMBCL)
- Pseudocholinesterase DeficiencyDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Pseudocholinesterase Deficiency.
- Pulmonary EmbolismDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Embolism.
- ReticuloendotheliosisDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Reticuloendotheliosis.
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- SplenomegalyDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Splenomegaly.
- Systemic MastocytosisDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Systemic Mastocytosis.
- ThalassemiaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Thalassemia.
- Vitamin B12 DeficiencyDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin B12 Deficiency.
- Waldenstrom MacroglobulinemiaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia.

