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Dr. Courtney Shands III, MD

Dr. Courtney Shands III, MD

Urology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Courtney Shands III, MD is a urologist in Saint Louis, MO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shands III has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Missouri Baptist Medical Center and St. Luke's Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 50 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (50 reviews)

Practice

12855 N 40 Dr Ste 375 Saint Louis, MO 63141
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(314) 567-6071

Dr. Shands III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shands III specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Shands III' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shands III

4.8

50 ratings, 36 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
4%
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1 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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S.B. – Apr 03, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 21, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Epitome of who you would want as your physician – Sep 07, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jeff S – Jul 29, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tyler Harris – Jun 30, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 02, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 08, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jack Kissir – Nov 11, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Julius A – Oct 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Darrell – Oct 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joseph O. – Aug 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Leslie Licavoli – Feb 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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FRS – Dec 20, 2021
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Ron A – Nov 28, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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M.G. – Oct 15, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Alan Gerson – Aug 02, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lynda L Chapman – Jul 26, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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andy – Jul 24, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Sass – Jul 15, 2021
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Dr. Courtney Shands III, MD is a urologist in Saint Louis, MO and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shands III has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal and Urinary Conditions. He graduated from Vanderbilt University...read more

  • Urology

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  • Vanderbilt University

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Dr. Shands III is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Urology of St. Louis Inc.12855 N 40 Dr Ste 375 Saint Louis, MO 63141
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions

    Practice

    Office6812 State Route 162 Ste 200 Maryville, IL 62062
    2

    Practice

    Illini Medical Associates SC2 Saint Anthonys Way Alton, IL 62002
    3

    Practice

    HSHS St. Francis Hospital1215 Franciscan Dr Litchfield, IL 62056
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Luke's Hospital

      232 S Woods Mill Rd
      Chesterfield, MO 63017
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      18% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Missouri Baptist Medical Center

      3015 N Ballas Rd
      Saint Louis, MO 63131
      Recipient of 19
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • OSF Saint Anthony's Health Center

      1 Saint Anthonys Way
      Alton, IL 62002

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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