Andrew Thomas Shimer

Andrew Thomas Shimer, MD

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Languages Spoken By This Provider:

English

Not Accepting New Patients

Telehealth Appointments Not Available

Education

Residency: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

Graduate School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas

Undergraduate School: University of Notre Dame

Dr. Andrew Shimer is a Board Certified OB/GYN at Craig Ranch OB/GYN in McKinney, Texas, serving patients in the entire Dallas area. He has been in practice for 20 years and is experienced in many areas of women’s health care.

His training at one of the busiest training hospitals in the country has helped him manage all types of high-risk pregnancy conditions including hypertension, diabetes, twin pregnancy, VBAC’s, and many other high-risk conditions.

He also prides himself in providing the most up to date treatment of gynecological problems. He has served on the medical board of Hologic helping improve and develop the latest Novasure device to treat heavy menstrual cycles and has taught many other OB-GYNs in the area how to perform this in-office ablation procedure. He also is very experienced performing all types of hysterectomies depending on the need of his patients.

Dr. Shimer earned his undergraduate degree at the University of Notre Dame. He then went on to attend Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, where he earned his medical degree and gave the graduation speech to his class as Class President. He completed his residency training at Baylor as well and was Chief Resident his last year. Following his residency, Dr. Shimer was in private practice in North Carolina as well as a clinical instructor at University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill before relocating to Dallas in 2000 and starting Craig Ranch OB-GYN. He enjoys golf, travel, and spends much of his time coaching his kids in their various sports. He is proud to be a member of the stellar staff at Craig Ranch OB/GYN, and he looks forward to meeting new patients. Call the office for an appointment with Dr. Shimer!

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating for UWH of The Carolinas:

Gynecological Problem Visit

I have been a patient for many years and have never had a problem always been very please with the care l have been given

Annual Well Woman Exam

Jami Barnard is one of the best doctors I’ve ever had, in any specialty. She digs into research to get more information on an issue that I might be dealing with . I appreciate her manner and attentiveness.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Pico is always very kind and understanding. I feel comfortable discussing issues with her.

BioTE

Chantel Ashley is friendly and professional. She makes me feel comfortable and relaxed during the procedure. She’s great!

Menopause Symptom Support

Dr Lee is very thorough and listens to my symptoms. she has great bedside manner.

Follow-up Visit (Problem / Complication)

She is a great doctor and so is the staff.

Pap Smear

Dr. Watson is professional, sensitive to my needs and very attentive.

Obstetrical (Pregnancy) Ultrasound / Sonogram

Dr. Herman always makes me feel welcomed and comfortable when in her presence.

Gynecological Ultrasound / Sonogram

Doctors and staff are kind, caring and professional. Dr. Landez is great. She is very welcoming, comprehensive and professional.

Lab Work

Dr. Watson is always perky, listens to my concerns and is helpful in resolving any issues I may have.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Doctor Hermann was attentive.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Exam and time with the provider was sufficient. Wait time was a bit much but understandable.

Lab Work

Always so helpful and professional

Annual Well Woman Exam

Super kind, professional doctor, nurse and office staff. Dr. Spends time to discuss any concerns.

Breast Exam

Dr Holloway is always kind, empathetic and knowledgeable.

Pap Smear

The office staff is absolutely amazing and caring. Dr. Webster truly cares and listens to your needs and wants.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Carroll is thorough, professional and personable. She listens to my concerns and addresses any questions in detail.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Always treated with upmost respect. Professional and personable. I have been seeing Dr Gaitonde for years and frankly don't think I will go anywhere else. He is great!!

Treatment / Procedure

I absolutely love Dr. Watson! I have been a patient of her’s for several years now and she has been so good to me. She really listens when I have concerns or questions.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Answered all concerns, and helped with an additional leg cramp situation