Robert Shenk, MD
Specialty
Breast Surgery, Surgical Oncology
Accepting New Patients
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Biography
- Associate Professor, CWRU School of Medicine
Expertise
- Breast Cancer
- Breast Surgery
- Melanoma
- Surgical Oncology
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Languages Spoken
English
Office Locations
UH Minoff Health Center at Chagrin Highlands
3909 Orange Pl
Beachwood OH, 44122
216-844-7874
Patient Experience Reviews
4.8 out of 5
184 Ratings
Patient Comments (51)
Reviewed On 12/1/2021
Dr. Shank is very attentive & very thorough with his explanations.
Reviewed On 12/1/2021
Great care
Reviewed On 12/1/2021
I can say nothing but good things about this provider and staff and the environment there
Reviewed On 12/1/2021
Very good experience.
Reviewed On 12/1/2021
Dr. Shenk is not only an outstanding clinician, but he is kind, patient, listens carefully, and is very respectful. I would highly recommend him.
Reviewed On 12/1/2021
Dr. Shenk is the BEST doctor I have ever seen. He explains things and gives a take home sheet with a full report right after the exam.
Reviewed On 12/1/2021
Dr. Shenk is VERY thorough. I Love his style of explaining everything!
Reviewed On 12/1/2021
GREAT PROVIDER AND STAFF
Reviewed On 12/1/2021
Listens well and comprehensively addressed concerns.
Reviewed On 11/1/2021
Dr. Shenk was thorough, kind, calm and very reassuring. He was recommended by *** and I am happy that I chose him. His vast experience makes me feel secure and comfortable.
Reviewed On 11/1/2021
Great doctor
Reviewed On 11/1/2021
Excellent provider . Good experiences .
Reviewed On 11/1/2021
Dr. Shenk is a wonderful doctor, he knows what he is doing and he did a great work on my surgeries
Reviewed On 11/1/2021
The provider is excellent! ***
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
Great experience, as always explained kindly and thoroughly
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
This is the best doctor ever very compassionate and thorough and overall a nice person
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
*** He is kind, considerate, gentle & a wonderful dr. + surgeon who did a beautiful job with incisions etc., he basically saved my life & I have nothing but the highest respect for him .
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
Dr. Shenk is awesome!
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
I just met this Dr as I was just diagnosed with ***, he seems to be a magnificent doctor, he knows what he is doing and how to explain it to the patient. I will have surgery and I am glad to know he is doing it.
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
Very informative and kind and listened to what I had to say.
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
Dr. Shenk is the BEST!
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
Excellent surgeon and practitioner. Appreciate the 5-year follow-up visits by Dr. Shenk and the breast team, keeps me confident about any cancer recurrence.
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
I'm thankful to have Dr. Shenk as my oncology surgeon. ***
Reviewed On 9/1/2021
This doctor and his team are excellent in their job performance
Reviewed On 8/1/2021
always great care from dr Shenk
Reviewed On 8/1/2021
Love Dr. Shenk, always has time, listens attentively and explains everything. very kind and tries to be reassuring. Everyone at Breen Health center is kind and reassuring.
Reviewed On 8/1/2021
*** Dr Shenk has been my care provider for 30 years and I hope he does not retire. That says it all!
Reviewed On 8/1/2021
*** I'm very pleased with Dr Shenk & UH.
Reviewed On 8/1/2021
I have been a patient of Dr. Shenk for 12 years. I have always received excellent care from him.
Reviewed On 8/1/2021
Dr. Shenk and his team have my eternal gratitude for their expertise and kindness.....and for ridding me if my worst nightmare, cancer.
Reviewed On 7/1/2021
Dr. Shenk is an excellent surgeon and physician.
Reviewed On 6/1/2021
was excellent apt
Reviewed On 6/1/2021
Dr. Shenk is a wonderful doctor. ***
Reviewed On 5/1/2021
Dr Shank was very good with the office visit. ***
Reviewed On 5/1/2021
Excellent experience with my provider.
Reviewed On 5/1/2021
my experience with Doctor Shenk and his staff has been very satisfying. Dr. Shenk has treated me with respect and kindness. during my first surgery, he was there when I woke up and walked with me back to my room. His concern for me was very evident My husband and I had a trip planned and Dr. Shenk and his office staff worked to make my appointments meet our needs. I realize I am not his only patient but he and his staff made me feel that I was!
Reviewed On 4/1/2021
always good with Dr. Shenk's appointments ***
Reviewed On 4/1/2021
Dr. Shenk and his entire staff were wonderful. ***
Reviewed On 4/1/2021
excellent. very caring. ***
Reviewed On 4/1/2021
accessible, professional, contacted me on Saturday morning with important test results and personally made the follow upappt with me, most impressive.
Reviewed On 4/1/2021
pleasant
Reviewed On 4/1/2021
dr Shenk Excellant doctor
Reviewed On 4/1/2021
I believe Dr. Shenk is efficient and thorough. He has always answered my questions or concerns. Additionally, he has explained the procedures (and possible side effects) I have needed in the past. I will continue to highly recommend him and the UH Seidman Care Team!
Reviewed On 4/1/2021
Seeing Dr. Shenk is the most reassuring experience as he carefully explores my needs, explains his observations/results, and talks about what is needed going forward. He is the best!
Reviewed On 3/1/2021
This doctor is excellent ***
Reviewed On 3/1/2021
excellent physician
Reviewed On 3/1/2021
Dr. Shenk could not have been more caring and understanding. He answered all my questions and concerns. I had to to have further test while I was there and the technicians where very kind and professional. This was my first experience dealing with a cancer diagnosis and everyone there were so very understanding of my welfare.
Reviewed On 3/1/2021
Very good Dr and very infomative.
Reviewed On 2/1/2021
Dr. Shenk was wonderful - he makes you feel confident in his knowledge and experience. He was very patient as I've had LOTS of questions and lot of information needed in order to make a surgery decision. I was unable to really decide even after several weeks of additional appointments, talking to various people and internet searches and finally made my decision based on my faith in him and his team. He also has an awesome secretary, *** - very warm and welcoming. You NEVER feel like you are calling too often and she gets things taken care of immediately! The whole team was great through a very difficult few months.
Reviewed On 2/1/2021
Dr Shenk is excellent
Reviewed On 2/1/2021
Dr. Shenk is excellent. My appointment was follow up to a previous surgical procedure.
Board Certifications
- Surgery - American Board of Surgery
Education
Fellowship | Surgical Oncology
Surgical Oncology - University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center (1985 - 1987)
Residency | General Surgery
General Surgery - University Hospitals Of Cleveland (1982 - 1985)
Fellowship | Immunology
Immunology - National Cancer Institute (Nci) (1980 - 1982)
Residency | General Surgery
General Surgery - University Hospitals Of Cleveland (1979 - 1980)
Internship | General Surgery
General Surgery - University Hospitals Of Cleveland (1978 - 1979)
Medical Education
Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine (1978)
Undergraduate
Case Western Reserve University (1974)
Industry Relationships
University Hospitals is committed to transparency in our interactions with industry partners, such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies. At UH, we disclose practitioner and their family members’ ownership and intellectual property rights that are or in the process of being commercialized. In addition, we disclose payments to employed practitioners of $5,000 or more from companies with which the practitioners interact as part of their professional activities. These practitioner-industry relationships assist in developing new drugs, devices and therapies and in providing medical education aimed at improving quality of care and enhancing clinical outcomes. At the same time, UH understands that these relationships may create a conflict of interest. In providing this information, UH desires to assist patients in talking with their practitioners about industry relationships and how those relationships may impact their medical care.
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As of December 31, 2016, Robert Shenk did not disclose any Outside Relationships with Industry.