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Dr. Elian Shepherd, MD

Dr. Elian Shepherd, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Elian Shepherd, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Merrillville, IN and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University Of Damascus, Faculty Of Medicine in 1970. He is affiliated with Methodist Hospitals-Northlake Campus. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

101 E 87th Ave Merrillville, IN 46410

Make an Appointment

(219) 738-2255

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shepherd specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Shepherd's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shepherd

4.1
21 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 star
76%
76%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
5%
5%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
19%
19%

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I had the chance to meet dr. Shepherdo, Very nice dr but since kucharsyk work on my back and didn't know what he is doin. Made me worst
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Julie, wise in Hebron, IN – Feb 10, 2017
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He is very nice. He is concerned about his patients. He takes the time to find out what is really the source of the problem. He is very thorough.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
13 others found this helpful
Helpful
Merrillville, Indiana – Mar 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

"I chose this profession because I witnessed the agony so many people were enduring with spine-related pathology. I strive to make the correct diagnosis and to properly address the problem using the most advanced technologies and treatment techniques."

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Ill Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1980

  • St Clares Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1976

  • Damascus General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1971

  • University Of Damascus, Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1970
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Merrillville Surgery Center LLC101 E 87th Ave Merrillville, IN 46410
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Methodist Hospitals-Northlake Campus

    600 Richard Gordon Hatcher Blvd
    Gary, IN 46402

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    71%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

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