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Dr. Nolan Shipman, MD

Dr. Nolan Shipman, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
55+ years of experience

Dr. Nolan Shipman, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Bryan, TX and has over 55 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 1966. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Physicians Centre Hospital and St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital-Bryan, TX. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

3201 University Dr E Ste 375 Bryan, TX 77802
(979) 731-8284

Dr. Shipman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shipman specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Shipman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shipman

4.0

15 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
60%
60%
4 Star
13%
13%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
13%
13%

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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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John J Goodwin in Donie, TX – Mar 09, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Angela Culbreth – May 17, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Shipman is strongly committed to offering his patients the newest technologies with the least amount of discomfort. He treats each patient with the same unhurried concern as he would want for his family.

biography

Dr. Nolan Shipman is the first independent ear, nose and throat physician in Brazos Valley. He also serves as an assistant professor in clinical medicine at Texas A&M University's School of Medicine in College Station.

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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

  • Naval Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1972

  • Naval Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1967

  • Naval Hospital - Great Lakes

    Internship Hospital, 1967

  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1966

  • Asbury College

    Undergraduate School, 1962
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Shipman is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office3201 University Dr E Ste 375 Bryan, TX 77802
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • The Physicians Centre Hospital

      3131 University Dr E
      Bryan, TX 77802
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      93%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      91%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      9% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital-Bryan, TX

      2801 Franciscan Dr
      Bryan, TX 77802
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all awards

      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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • St. Joseph Health College Station Hospital-College Station,Tx

      1604 Rock Prairie Rd
      College Station, TX 77845
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards
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