Overview
Brian Shimkus is a Hematologist in Austin, Texas. Dr. Shimkus is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Febrile Neutropenia, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Familial Prostate Cancer. Dr. Shimkus is currently accepting new patients.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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 Shimkus
Is Dr. Brian Shimkus a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Brian Shimkus is classified as an Distinguished expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer, 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 Shimkus specialize in?
While Dr. Brian Shimkus is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Febrile Neutropenia, and Paget Disease of the Breast. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.
Does Dr. Brian Shimkus participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Brian Shimkus has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Brian 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 Shimkus accept my insurance?
Dr. Brian 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.
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- Distinguished
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- Chronic Familial NeutropeniaDr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Familial Neutropenia.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Febrile NeutropeniaDr. Shimkus isDistinguished. Learn about Febrile Neutropenia.
- Advanced
- Acute Mountain SicknessDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.
- AnemiaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- Breast CancerDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Burkitt LymphomaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Burkitt Lymphoma.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency AnemiaDr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Shimkus isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- 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
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Shimkus isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.