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:

IUD Insertion / Removal

Dr.Pico is great with talking you through everything. Makes each visit fast and easy! Always a positive experience. She is awesome!

Obstetrical (Pregnancy) Ultrasound / Sonogram

Got to see my baby, wait time was long and sadly when I left my house the wait time had said 0. In the 15 minutes it took me to drive htere it was at 45 minutes which then became over an hour and a half

Office Visit / Follow-up

There is no friendlier staff! Dr Wicker is the absolute best! Great patient educator and listens to every concern.

Childbirth / Labor & Delivery

I love Ms.Arevalo so much! She did my pregnancy check up while she was also pregnant & gave birth around the same time & now we love showing update pictures of our babies to each other during our visit! Definitely grew a bond & will never switch on my OB

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr Carroll is very compassionate and takes her time to listen…. Even 17 years later

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Rex made me feel at ease and was sincerely interested in me. I appreciate how easy she was to talk to. She did not make me feel rushed and I was important. I couldn't ask for a better doctor!

Pap Smear

Dr. Reyes has been my OB/GYN for many years. He has helped me manage my health through different stages in my life.

IUD Insertion / Removal

Dr. McGuirk is very informative. He make sure that you understand everything that is occurred during appointment. You’re never left in the blind.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr Carroll is the best!!

Annual Exam

I was taken on time. Dr. s asked the right questions and was sincerely concerned about my health .

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr. Schneider is amazing! I’ve been a patient of hers for almost 15 years and wouldn’t go to anyone else. She’s is a great listener and provides through explanations for your issues.

Gynecological Problem Visit

Holly was able to confirm the new issue I was having and provided a tremendous amount of helpful information so that I can feel better. Every visit I have is filled with helpful resources and very knowledgeable doctors who know how to help.

Post-Partum Appointment

Emily always takes the time to let me process and ask questions. She empowers you and reassures you. Her care and that of the other midwives is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced from a medical professional.

Annual Well Woman Exam

I was seen right at my appointment time and Deysi was very informative and thorough.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Dr.Amelia cheng ,always listens and answer with pactience for all my concerns.

Annual Well Woman Exam

The office was very efficient. They got me in quickly. The staff is always very nice. I was able to see Dr. Roberts and he did a great job of listening to me and addressing my concerns. The blood work staff was great too.

Annual Well Woman Exam

It was my first time meeting Dr N and she is wonderful. She was very understanding of the fact that pap smears are a very difficult procedure for me.

Annual Well Woman Exam

Wait time was a bit long. Dr came in to the room 45min after scheduled appointment.

Annual Exam

I always love seeing Dr. Stamatis, he’s a great doctor

Annual Well Woman Exam

Very good exam/doctor visit in all respects. Dr. Karsan is an excellent OB/Gyn!