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Jennifer A Shin

Jennifer A Shin, MD, MPH

Hospice and Palliative CareMedical Oncology

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Gender

Female

About Jennifer A Shin

Jennifer Shin, MD is a medical oncologist at the Massachusetts General Hospital specializing in breast cancer. She is also a specialist in palliative medicine. She received her undergraduate education at Stanford University and her medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She completed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and a fellowship in palliative medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York. Her specific research interests include quality of life in patients with breast cancer and patient-physician communication.

Locations

  1. Mass General Brigham Cancer Institute Center for Breast Cancer Medical Oncology
    • 32 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 9th Floor, Suite 9a, Boston, MA 02114
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  2. Massachusetts General Palliative Care Clinic
    • 32 Fruit Street, Yawkey Building, 7th Floor, Suite 7b, Boston, MA 02114
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  3. Massachusetts General Palliative Care Clinic
    • 102 Endicott Street, MG/NS Cancer Center, Danvers, MA 01923
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Hematology/Oncology, 2011
  • Fellowship: Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center, Palliative Medicine, 2008
  • Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2007
  • Internship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2005
  • Medical Education: University of Pennsylvania, 2004

Board Certifications

  • Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2011
  • Hospice and Palliative Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2008

Insurance

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  • Aetna
  • Beech Street
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Maine Community Health Options
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicaid NH
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicaid VT
  • Medicare
  • Medicare ACO
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense
  • WellSense NH

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

149 ratings, 79 reviews

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  • Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Dr Shin always makes me feel so comfortable and puts my mind at ease. She is so kind and compassionate.

  • Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    I have the most caring doctor. She explains everything in a caring and comforting way.

  • Reviewed on 2/4/2026

    Dr. Shin is a remarkably considerate and talented physician. She always gives me enough time to cover all of my questions and concerns. I could not ask for a better provider.

  • Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    Dr. Shin is one of the best providers I have ever had, in that she is extremely thorough, she is efficient, she listens carefully, she looks for solutions and is proactive. She spends quality time with me and I never feel rushed whatsoever. She truly cares about me and my well-being, and I always feel like I am in good hands. I have talked about her to people I know, and have the upmost respect for her.

  • Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    The best doctor oncologist I have ever had. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    This was my first visit with Dr Shin. She went over long history of my health issues, and answered all my questions. I had been a patient at [redacted], but am very happy that I came to see Dr. Shin.

  • Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Dr. Shin is the most kind, smart woman. She really is helping me in this tremendous journey and my cancer treatment. She is very, very kind and she tries to me be comfortable and be okay. She really cares about myself. I really love what she's doing with me and other patients. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Yes, she is very professional and understanding and always answers my questions.

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Dr. Shin is a warm caring provider who is knowledgeable and professional

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Exceptional care and services! Nurse [redacted] and Dr. Shin were phenomenal! Thank you both and their great team!

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Seeing Dr Shin today was a reunion. She had treated me the first time I had breast cancer and we developed a lovely relationship. It's reassuring to know that my team is there for me. Dr Shin is a treasure.

  • Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Dr Shin has been one of the best medical providers I have ever known. She is brilliant in her field and has more compassion and interest in her patients than any doctor I have ever known. The personal interest she has taken in my whole well- being vs just my cancer aspect has been incredible and far above normal expectations of a medical provider. She is a huge keeper!!

  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Dr. Shin is one of the most caring, thoughtful, professional care providers I've had the pleasure and good fortune to be seen by.

  • Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    Dr Jennifer Shin is an amazing wonderful Oncologist. She genuinely cares about her patients. She has a special way of making you feel better and making you feel at ease. She has an amazing bedside manner, and is a hands on dr. She truly is amazing.

  • Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    I think Dr Shin is very easy to talk to I have no problems expressing my thoughts or questions

  • Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Dr Shin is a caring professional.She has been my oncologist for 10 years and I cannot say enough good things about her.

  • Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    Dr. Shin is the best doctor I have ever seen. Her compassion is beyond words.

  • Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    I love Dr. Shin. She is friendly and encouraging, and she always answers all my questions thoroughly.

  • Reviewed on 11/30/2025

    Dr Shin is simply the best. Smart, articulate, responsive and compassionate . I feel very lucky to have her as my oncologist.

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Dr Shin is wonderful. Very caring and very professional

  • Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    Dr. Shin is very professional and very compassionate, let her patients feel they are very loved and important Her medical assistant was pleasant and friendly, the receptionists were helpful too

  • Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Spent time with me & partner discussing med options. She was very thorough, empathetic and genuine in her care. I was there for a second opinion in regards to meds if and when current oncologist retires I would definitely request Dr. Shin as primary oncologist.

  • Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    She's wonderful and follows through with everything .

  • Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    I have never had such a supportive, empathetic, and interested doctor like Dr. Shin! I totally hit the jack pot! She not only reviews what was pending from our last appt but is super careful about my current symptoms, which is to be expected but doesn't always happen with other doctors. She even asks about my daughter, by name! She's always very welcoming and compassionate. A "wow" of a doctor!

  • Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    My provider is the most positive person. I really feel as if she cares.

  • Reviewed on 11/16/2025

    Dr Shin has been my oncologist for 5-6 years. While my cancer diagnosis was not good news, being assigned to Dr Shin's caseload was the best thing that could have happened to me! She has been consistently wonderful: attentive, caring, thoughtful, straightforward, supportive, and obviously super intelligent! I feel very lucky and blessed to have her: I trust her and appreciate her.

  • Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Dr. Shin is so knowledgeable, kind and very understanding and compassionate. She explains everything and never rushes and makes me feel so comfortable. She is one of the nicest doctors I have ever had and I would highly recommend her to anyone.

  • Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Love Dr shin great physician

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Well informed about my health care needs and questions

  • Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Dr Jennifer Shin is an excellent doctor , she spend all the time that you need without rushing you, explain the things simple ,that you understand. I'm very happy with her., thank you so much , [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    She is well versed in her specialty and most professional in dealing with the Issues. She is kind, caring and sensitive to patient needs and wishes.

  • Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    My experience was wonderful.

  • Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Dr. Shin has a wonderful way of making you feel like you are special and that she genuinely cares about you. She demonstrates her knowledge and gives a great sense of trust.

  • Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr Shin is wonderful!

  • Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    About Dr. Shin, she is the best. She is extremely knowledgeable, extremely pleasant. I would recommend her highly. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    I have been a patient of Dr Shin for several years, and each time my visits with her as most exceptional !!! They get better and better each visit.

  • Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Dr Shin is an AWESOME Dr She's warm and definately interested in you and your health. I never feel rushed and she's great about explaining things so I can understand

  • Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    Excellent.

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    I' ve always been impressed with Dr Shin!

  • Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    Dr. Shin is very compassionate and is a very, very good doctor who is very attentive to my medical needs. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Dr. Shin is the vest but tends to run late. I appreciate that she spends all the time needed with her patients but then that causes her to run behind. Maybe more time needs to be built in for her appointments.

  • Reviewed on 9/29/2025

    Dr. Shin is a kind, caring, receptive Doctor. She is genuinely interested in me, the whole person. She looks me in the eye and I never feel like she needs to move on to her next patient. She indulges my every concern with respect and responses I feel good about when I leave. I highly recommend her and her office staff. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Dr. Shin is THE BEST DOC I HAVE EVER HAD...and I've had a lot... She is incredible, smart and amazing and caring...I could go on obviously. MGB has amazing docs and staff and if someone is actually reading this and it's not being fed into AI, MGB need to support them and keep them! My husband has worked there for 30 years and he has never been so less proud to work for an institution. You are gonna lose your no 1 status quick.

  • Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    I have been seeing Dr. Shin for more than 10 years. I like her very much. She's personable, always on time, pleasant, and she explains any difficulties or any problems. She's a very good listener.

  • Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Love, love, love Dr. Shin. She is so caring and compassionate, a great listener and gives great feedback. Answered all of my questions beyond my mammogram results. My healthcare is in good hands with her!

  • Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Dr Shin is a wonderful Doctor, caring, knowledgeable and thorough.

  • Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    She was very caring. She spent a lot of time making sure that I understood all that she explained. She made me feel that she was doing her best to make me be as well as I could

  • Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Dr. Shin is a great doctor. She's personable. She explains everything. She really cares. She's like a friend. I would highly rate her. She's one of my favorite doctors, and I have a couple of really good ones, but she's right up there. She's a gem, and I can't say enough things about her. She's very professional, very knowledgeable. She looks up drugs that you're on, and she's amazing. I just really love her. great, great, great doctor. And this is [redacted]. She is wonderful. I'm sure you all know that.

  • Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Thank you so very much for taking care of me and putting my stress level to a low. Dr Shin always makes me feel so good after my appointment. I have been with Dr Shin for 13 years and I am so Happy to have her as my doctor. Every day of my life will be better because of Dr Shin.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    Dr. Shin is wonderful I would highly recommend her.

  • Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    She's wonderful.

  • Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr Shin is wonderful! Very personable, professional and made sure I understood everything. She asked if I had any questions or concerns, she was very caring and I really appreciate that.

  • Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Explains, listens and answers my questions thoroughly. Blood test was scheduled and done following my appointment; this was done efficiently and with little wait time.

  • Reviewed on 8/8/2025

    Dr. Shin is wonderful. She's very caring and always remembers everything about me and my health care. I could not ask for a better doctor. She is great.

  • Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    I don't remember the MAs name but she was excellent, kind and professional.

  • Reviewed on 8/6/2025

    I have absolutely nothing negative to say about this provider. She took so much time, made me feel like she had no other patients to get to, and answered every silly, emotional, anxiety-provoking question that I might have come up with. She followed up with a phone call two days later, just as she said she would. Absolute 10 out of 10 for this provider.

  • Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Dr. Shin has experience in her field of medicine. She is thoughtful and listens to you speak and provides important information regarding your health. Enjoy her appts.

  • Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Dr. Shin is extremely knowledgeable, compassionate, and patient. She's also a wonderful teacher and is always friendly, great bedside manner.

  • Reviewed on 7/27/2025

    As always, this provider is kind, respectful and extremely knowledgable. I have complete confidence in her opinion and feel I am getting the best care possible.

  • Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Dr. Shin is very caring and really talks to you and answers any questions you may have. She's very, very kind to me and I really love her.

  • Reviewed on 7/16/2025

    She's a wonderful doctor. She always listens to my concerns and gives me advice on that and what I should do or who I should talk to. I would not go to anyone else for what I've been seeing her for. She's just great.

  • Reviewed on 7/7/2025

    Outstanding!

  • Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    The provider was very courteous and professional. She's highly recommended. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    Dr. Shin is a friendly, caring, knowledgeable, and diligent healthcare provider. I feel lucky to have her as my doctor!!

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2025

    I have been a patient of Dr Shin for a very long time. She is always professional, very kind and personable. She pays close attention to your care, goes over all your medications and medical information. I always leave there feeling optimistic. I always have a positive experience with my appointments.

  • Reviewed on 6/14/2025

    Dr Shin is always so kind and caring.

  • Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    This was an excellent experience. I am so happy I have Dr Shin and the entire MGH care team supporting me.

  • Reviewed on 6/6/2025

    Dr Shin is not only an outstanding and knowledgeable oncologist but she is a kind, compassionate and extremely engaging person. Dr Shin makes an effort to personally connect each time we meet and she listens so attentively to everything we discuss from my health to my daughter's recent wedding! She is a very special person and I am so grateful for the healing she provided me and to have her on my care team! She is the best!

  • Reviewed on 5/18/2025

    Dr. Shin is the best. I see her once a year and come from R.I. for her expertise. She is very competent and caring. I look forward to her care and help with any concerns I might have. She always responds if I have questions during the year.

  • Reviewed on 5/14/2025

    Positive

  • Reviewed on 5/11/2025

    Thank you, very kind and friendly

  • Reviewed on 5/7/2025

    Dr. Shin was the perfect oncologist for me when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. She clearly explained every aspect of my specific cancer, what to expect from all aspects of treatment, as well as what the follow-up care would entail. She has taken as much time as needed to listen to my questions and to answer them until I understood; she is also a very empathetic doctor, who always reassured me and made me feel better at each visit. She has never made me feel rushed, or seemed impatient about any question or symptom I had concerns about, but patiently took the time to answer my questions and reassure me in a frank and truthful manner when I asked for any information. I felt so blessed to have been, and continue to be, under her care.

  • Reviewed on 5/8/2025

    She was excellent, kind, caring, personable, listened, a wonderful experience.

  • Reviewed on 4/21/2025

    Wow! She allowed me so much time - not only had the bedside manner but clinical knowledge and experience! No words to describe the experience and the provider! Thanks a million!

  • Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Love Dr Shin & everyone in the office!

  • Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    Dr. Shin is the penultimate physician in every way! She makes a point to understand the whole patient. I respect and trust her completely.

  • Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    Dr. Shin is an excellent doctor. I am happy to have her as she always keeps me informed about my health and tests etc..

  • Reviewed on 4/11/2025

    Very helpful w/ making next 3 appointments all in the same day. I had made the request because of long commute to Mass General. Received appointments for the future in the mail after this appointment.

  • Reviewed on 4/8/2025

    Dr. Shin is deeply caring and informative about all aspects of my after care breast cancer surgery.