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Dr. Walter Hinshaw, DO

Dr. Walter Hinshaw, DO

Family Medicine*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Walter Hinshaw, DO is a family medicine physician in Garland, TX and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with Methodist Richardson Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Practice

2201 Forest Ln Garland, TX 75042
Telehealth available

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Dr. Hinshaw's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hinshaw

4.1
31 ratings, 10 with a written review
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3 star
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Definitely recommend him, with him since 2004.
He takes his time to listen to you and has a great manner about him. Dr. Hinshaw is very kind, knowledgeable and caring. All of his staff is very kind and helpful also. As I was telling his daughter on one of my checkups I have been his patient for almost 20 yr. Dr. Hinshaw told her I was a lifer. We all got a laugh. He is correct I will go to him until I don't need to anymore, meaning until I go to Heaven. Thank you Dr. Hinshaw for being a great and amazing doctor. Thank you Shirley H.
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
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Shirley H. – Feb 09, 2023
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Wonderful Doctor
Dr. Hinshaw has been treating our whole family for the last 9 years. He is very personable, down-to-earth and loves his patients. He takes the time to not only answer questions and concerns but also get to know his patients. Even when going in extremely sick, his concern for us and his upbeat attitude helps us to leave feeling better (if nothing else with a smile on our face). HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend him and his practice to anyone looking for a caring, knowledgeable family doctor.
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
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Jonathan Porter – Sep 01, 2022
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Dr. Hinshaw, Dr. Kitowitz, Michelle (NP), lab tech, nurses, and office staff are the best healthcare team in the state! Hinshaw has treated myself, my mother, and my children for about 32 years. Hinshaw has a lab on site! No appointment needed because walk in's are welcome in the afternoon! Also, he offers Saturday hours! Everyone has been and is still being effected by Covid-19, therefore all doctor's offices were/are required to make changes that resulted forced changes and training on procedures that change daily! For example, more questionnaires, forms, documentation, etc.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bella – Oct 14, 2021
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Dr. Hinshaw has taken care of me my entire life. He always listens to my concerns and is thoughtful with his approach to my treatment. I cannot thank him enough!
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
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Jun 14, 2021
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I have been going to DR. Hinshaw for about 45 years he is a great doctor. His staff is very very good nice & polite. Not to many Doctors have walk in with out an appointment. You can also make an appointment
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Bill – Jul 15, 2020
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Doctor Hinshaw has been my entire family's doctor for years. He is an awesome doctor and a genuinely good person. He has contributed so much to the city of Garland in his 45 years of practice. My mother was terminally ill and unable to afford her $1,400.00 monthly medication, Dr. Hinshaw hoarded samples for her and never charged her a dime. I called his answering service at 1am the day my mother passed just to leave a brief message to notify him of her passing and instead of waiting util the next business day to reach out, he called me back within a few minutes, He did not complain about the late hour or the fact that he had to work the next morning. He did not rush me off the phone, we talked for an hour reminiscing. I am forever grateful for the amazing care and council he and his colleagues have provided my family over the years. We need not only more doctors like him, but more people like him.... Thank you Dr. Hinshaw.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Michelle in garland, TX – May 31, 2019
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Dr. Hinshaw and his associates are kind, caring, knowledgeable. Yes there is a wait sometimes because EVERYONE walks in without an appointment and mostly they have neglected themselves to the point of urgent care. He treats everyone and refers to the best for dire situations. Well always come because, it’s definitely worth the care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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TX, TX – May 31, 2019
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The Very Best Dr. Any person could ever have. Mr. Dewayne Hinshaw & Ms. Kitowits are in my opinion are two of the highly experienced & caring Doctors you could ever have. Consider your self lucky if you are a patient of either one of these Great Doctors.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Robert Cannaday in Forney, TX – Sep 29, 2018
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the person at check inwindow, unwill to help a handicap, do paper work. i was just there 6 mos. they wanted me , fill out all this paper work. the person at the wondow is to stupid. too anything else..
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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victor in rowlett texas – Apr 30, 2018
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Dr. Hinshaw is one of the best physicians I have ever had. He listens to his patients and truly cares about them.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Shrecka in Mesquite Texas – Jan 13, 2016
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Dr. Walter Hinshaw, DO is a family medicine physician in Garland, TX and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1973. He is affiliated with Methodist Richardson Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • Family Medicine

  • Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy

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  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1973
  • University Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 1969
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians
Family Practice/OMT
Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
Self designated 
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    Locations

    Practice

    First Family Healthcare Associates P.A.2201 Forest Ln Garland, TX 75042
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    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 11:30am
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Methodist Richardson Medical Center

      2831 E President George Bush Hwy
      Richardson, TX 75082
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

      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

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

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

      1% higher than the national average

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