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Dr. Laurie Shinn, MD

Dr. Laurie Shinn, MD

Pediatric Dermatology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Laurie Shinn, MD is a pediatric dermatologist in Richmond, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 1992. She is affiliated with Henrico Doctors' Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

7001 Forest Ave Ste 400 Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 554-3625

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Shinn specializes in the areas of Dermatology & Pediatric Dermatology. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Shinn's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shinn

4.0
23 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
65%
65%
4 star
4%
4%
3 star
4%
4%
2 star
13%
13%
1 star
13%
13%

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Dr Shinn is Amazing
My family and myself have had the privilege of being cared for by Dr Shinn for more years than I can count. Her diagnosis has always been spot on and the care is compassionate and professional! If only all doctors treated their patients with this level of care, we would never mind going to the doctor!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Bruce Dillard – Dec 09, 2024
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After multiple doctor visits elsewhere, Dr. Shinn found out me and my daughters diagnoses. She was extremely thorough, concerned, and professional. Everything you need in a doctor, plus a pleasant personality!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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April D Weatherford – Jan 19, 2021
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5 month wait to get an appointment, literally from registration, appointment to back in my car = a total of 9 minutes. Staff was amazing however her lack of attention and detail is somewhat concerning. This was 2nd appointment - and same outcome. Will be actively seeking a new dermatologist.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Michelle – Dec 22, 2017
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My husband and I have been seeing Dr. Shinn for about 12 years. She is always professional, personable and she LISTENS! She excels at diagnosing and treatment. Growing up in the era of baby oil mixed with iodine to tan...we both have had numerous lesions that she cared for and not once have we had an issue later or had to go back for a specific lesion. We have NEVER felt as if she were trying to rush through our appointments and We HIGHLY recommend Dr. Shinn!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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The Boswell's in Petersburg, VA – Oct 02, 2017
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She seemed to be too disgusted to touch my face and came off as cold and unfriendly. She also said my skin condition is a sign of diabetes which is untrue because first, she failed to identify what the skin condition was, and she isn't an endocrine physician to even suggest diabetes. Therefore, I don't recommend her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 others found this helpful
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Richmond, VA – Jan 15, 2017
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I have been seeing Dr. Shinn for over 2 years. She is very patient with every question I have. She thoroughly explains all treatment plans. Her staff seems very intelligent and professional. I recommend her to all of my family and friends. Thanks Dr. Shinn!!
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
Amber in Richmond, VA – Nov 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Commonwealth Dermatology exists to serve as the premier provider of compassionate, high quality dermatology services for the central Virginia region.

  • Pediatric Dermatology

  • Pediatrics

  • Dermatology

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

  • Va Commonwealth University Mcv School Med, Dermatology Va Commonwealth University Mcv School Med, Pediatrics

    Residency Hospital

  • Med College Of Virginia

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1994

  • Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992

  • James Madison Universiy

    Undergraduate School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Dermatology®
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Dermatology
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Pediatric Dermatology
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Locations

Practice

Commonwealth Dermatology PC7001 Forest Ave Ste 400 Richmond, VA 23230
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Practice

Office7001 Forest Ave Ste 300 Richmond, VA 23230
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Henrico Doctors' Hospital

    1602 Skipwith Rd
    Richmond, VA 23229
    Recipient of 54
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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