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Joseph R Shinn, MD

Joseph R Shinn, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology
Franciscan Physician Network
Languages Spoken
English

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Franciscan Physician Network Obstetrics & Gynecology Lafayette

3920 St. Francis Way
Suites 100 & 110
Lafayette, IN 47905

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8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Obstetrics & Gynecology Lafayette

Franciscan Physician Network Obstetrics & Gynecology Crawfordsville

1630 Lafayette Road
Suite 400
Crawfordsville, IN 47933

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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
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8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Franciscan Physician Network Obstetrics & Gynecology Crawfordsville

Franciscan Health Lafayette

1701 South Creasy Lane
Lafayette, IN 47905

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Open 24 hours
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Franciscan Health Lafayette

About Me

Education

Medical School:
University of Arizona College of Medicine

Residency:
University of Wisconsin School of Medicine

Undergraduate:
Arizona State University

Board Certifications

American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology

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Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem HIP
  • Anthem Medicaid
  • CareSource
  • Cigna Health Plans
  • Cofinity
  • Community Health Alliance
  • Department of Labor
  • Devoted Health
  • Encore Health Network
  • Humana
  • Lutheran Preferred
  • Managed Health Services
  • Managed Health Services MarketPlace
  • Medicaid IL
  • Medicaid IN
  • Medicare IN
  • Medicare Rail Road
  • MultiPlan/PHCS
  • Sagamore
  • SIHO
  • Tricare/Humana Military
  • United Health Care
  • United Health Care Medicaid
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Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5

(127 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

72 Reviews

02/26/2026

Test results, diagnosis and procedures were explained to me. I felt safe and comfortable that I was getting excellent treatment and being listened to is such a wonderful experience and greatly appreciated. He was one of the best doctors I've been treated by in a long time.

02/25/2026

He was happy to answer any questions that I had and made sure that I felt comfortable and cared about throughout the appointment.

02/19/2026

Amazing Dr. listened to my concerns and went over everything with great care

02/17/2026

Very patient, and went into detail with explaining my diagnosis and treatment.

02/11/2026

Dr Shinn is very pleasant. He answers all your questions and tries to make sure you are as comfortable as can be during your visit.

02/10/2026

He’s always very relaxed and willing to take my questions.

02/06/2026

He's personable, competent, and always interested in what I'm reading while I wait. (it's never a long wait)

01/28/2026

Great communicator, knowledgeable, thorough, good listener, friendly.

01/22/2026

Dr Shinn has been there for everything for me from me being pregnant with my son to 22 years later still taking care of me and making sure I keep on track with my health. I appreciate him more than he will ever know. Several years ago I thought something small was not important and he would not let it go and it turned into something huge that I needed a specialist care to treat!

12/30/2025

Enjoyed my first visit. He was on time but the visit didn't feel rushed.

12/30/2025

Dr. Shinn and his staff are wonderful and so kind!

12/29/2025

Very friendly n caring

12/19/2025

Love how he answers all my questions and is always so kind. I trust his professional opinion

12/18/2025

Very respectable to my thoughts and feelings. Listened, can’t express that enough HE LISTENED!

12/09/2025

he listened and understood me

12/01/2025

Dr.Shinn is very concerned with his patients health. He makes sure patients know what’s going on with their health

11/26/2025

He is just the best! Always listens & offers very good advice. He really made a very big difference in the quality of my life with the procedure he did 5 years ago.

11/16/2025

He spent quality time with me and not in any hurray in answer questions!

11/13/2025

He was kind and friendly. Made short small talk and then got right to business. He explained everything and made me feel very calm and relaxed.

11/11/2025

He is kind, easy to talk to, explains everything well. Wonderful doctor

10/27/2025

Dr Shinn takes the time to listen to patient concerns and genuinely cares about helping.

10/13/2025

Dr Shinn has been my doctor for 27 years……best doctor ever!

10/09/2025

He is very kind and a good doctor.

10/06/2025

When he walks in the room I know that I am the only patient on his mind. He always asks me how I am and how my family is.

10/05/2025

Dr Shinn is great!

10/03/2025

Overall friendly and takes time to answer questions.

10/01/2025

Knowledgeable

09/30/2025

I love Dr. Shinn; he takes the time and gets to know you.

09/29/2025

Love that Dr Shinn talked and answered questions.

09/17/2025

I was in for my annual. Dr Shinn and staffs are treat me with kind and professionally highly recommended

09/17/2025

All around good doctor. Very personable and friendly

09/13/2025

He is efficient and cares about his patients. Always takes the time you need to answer questions.

08/31/2025

He is excellent doctor. He has always been very good to me. Respectful, patient. All around good man.

08/27/2025

I’ve been a patient of Dr Shinn for many years. He is a great doctor, whom is just as caring as he is knowledgeable. I trust him with my life.

08/27/2025

Dr Shinn takes the time to listen to my concerns & addressed them all. He always makes me feel comfortable.

08/25/2025

Dr Shinn and his nurse (Nikki) were both very professional and kind. They took the time to listen to me and help me with my concerns

08/25/2025

Shinn has been my OB for 26 years. He asks questions and listens to concerns. He is also very thorough explaining treatment if necessary.

08/25/2025

Doctor Shinn cares for his patients and answers your questions and explains things to you.

08/23/2025

Because he is a very very a good doctor and empathy

08/20/2025

Very good at explaining things to his patients.

08/19/2025

He is polite, caring and so easy to talk to.

08/15/2025

Calming presence, easy to communicate with,

08/13/2025

He explains it clearly

08/12/2025

He listens and addresses all my concerns.

07/29/2025

Dr. Shinn listened, understood, and explained things in a way that was easy for me to understand. He was personal and relatable. He and his staff were professional and phenomenal. 10/10 would recommend.

07/23/2025

He’s equally caring and knowledgeable.

07/16/2025

was patient, explained everything, pt advocate

07/02/2025

He is kind, professional, but takes time to listen if you have concerns. He doesn’t treat you like a number or he can only be with you for x amount of time. My health was his concern.

07/02/2025

He’s been my doctor since 2010 and I find him to be intelligent, helpful and patient with my concerns.

07/02/2025

He listened to everything I asked, answered everything for me.

06/18/2025

Already referred a patient. He takes time to get to know you and talk before business Greatly appreciated

06/17/2025

Dr Shinn always listens to my concerns and worries. He explains things in ways I understand and doesn’t make me feel stupid for asking questions. He listens and provides me with an educated plan for addressing any issues I have. Hands down best obgyn I’ve seen

06/06/2025

Dr Shinn is amazing. He listened to all of my problems and concerns. He was very patient and showed compassion and concern.

06/03/2025

Very nice and explains everything so that you understand

05/27/2025

He is nice and actually listens to your needs.

05/20/2025

The best

05/18/2025

He is Amazing takes his time remembering things between visits. goes out of his way to understand and explain. every dr should take a note from his page.

05/15/2025

He is so professional and kind. He's honest and open with his information.

05/12/2025

I just love my dr.

05/12/2025

Listened to my concerns and gave information needed.

05/01/2025

Very caring and helpful.

05/01/2025

He acts like he really cares about you as a person

04/30/2025

Dr Shinn is very professional and attentive and friendly.

04/28/2025

I hardly respect his opinion and he takes so much time to listen to my concerns

04/13/2025

He is an excellent doctor. Thank you!

04/11/2025

Kind and knowledgeable. Answered all my questions.

04/10/2025

I have had Dr Shinn for years and respect and value him as my doctor

04/10/2025

I had Dr. Shinn long time ago when I had insurance now I have insurance again and I have him again he's nice understanding and he's gentle and answered my questions to the best to his ability

04/09/2025

See above. He’s the best!

04/02/2025

He is equally caring and knowledgeable. He takes his time and answers all questions.

03/25/2025

He does a great job.

03/20/2025

He is very good at what he does, soft spoken, and professional.
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