Accepting new patients

Shawn Y. Hsu, M.D., M.S.C.I. (he/him)

Accepting new patients

  • Assistant Professor of Surgery
  • Assistant Professor of Surgery, Division of Surgical Oncology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Surgery

Clinical focus

  • Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
  • Adrenal Gland Nodules
  • Surgical Oncology

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Modern building on a clear day with the tram in the background.
Center for Health & Healing, Building 2

About me

I am a fellowship-trained endocrine surgeon specializing in treating adults with thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal diseases.

I provide minimally invasive (laparoscopic and robotic) adrenalectomies through both transabdominal and retroperitoneal approaches. I also perform thyroidectomies and parathyroidectomies. I perform in-office ultrasounds, fine needle aspiration biopsies and thermal ablation for thyroid nodules.

I enjoy helping patients better understand their disease process and deciding on the best treatment through patient-centered and multi-disciplinary discussions.

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.S., 2021, University of Rochester
    • M.D., 2016, Boston University School of Medicine
    • B.A., 2012, Boston University
  • Residency

    • General Surgery, University of Rochester, 2023
  • Fellowship

    • Endocrine Surgery, Columbia University, 2024
    • Clinical Research Fellow, University of Rochester, 2019-2021
  • Certifications

    • American Board of Surgery, 2023

Memberships and associations:

  • American Association of Endocrine Surgeons
  • American College of Surgeons
  • North American Society for Interventional Thyroidology
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (152 Ratings, 66 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey patient surveys.

  1. Respectful, courteous, thorough, clearly explaining what to expect for surgery and my condition.

  2. Dr. Hsu spoke very clearly and explained an otherwise complicated situation with concise language, making it easy to understand.

  3. I have to say, Dr. Hsu was one of the best doctors I have ever worked with. I have a lot of medical trauma from my childhood when it comes to doctors, Dr. Hsu truly helped me heal from those traumas. It was clear that he was incredibly good at his job as a surgeon from our first meeting. He was very confident, but not cocky. What I was amazed by was Dr. Hsu's bedside manner.' He listened to all of my concerns, and it was clear that he communicated those concerns to his team. On the day of surgery, my nerves were definitely taking over, and my stomach was starting to feel very sick. Dr. Hsu sat down next to me, put his hand on my shoulder, and reassured me that what I was feeling was completely normal, and that it was OK to be anxious. If he hadn't done that, I absolutely would have vomited, and been incredibly embarrassed. As a teacher and professional singer, I felt confident and so well taken care of by Dr. Hsu and his team. I will be recommending Dr. Hsu to any singer or teacher in the area that needs someone. I cannot speak highly enough of him and his team.

  4. Dr Shawn Hsu was beyond amazing. Everything was explained clearly I'm a way I could understand. Options were clear. Every single question was answered. I have not experienced this level of professionalism and care in this entire adventure (5 different doctors) and I am absolutely impressed and grateful

  5. Very concerned about solving the problems

  6. Excellent interaction with Dr. Tsu

  7. Patient and exceptionally knowledgeable!

  8. I saw Dr Shawn Hsu. He was very knowledgeable, explained in detail what he was doing and what he thought should happen going forward.

  9. I really appreciated Dr. Hsu's thoroughness, and his ability to talk to patients without being condescending in any way. He came across extremely competent and trustworthy.

  10. Dr. Hsu made me feel confident about life after post-opt. I left having a plan for my continued care. Happy

  11. He was very attentive and thorough and had great bedside manner.

  12. 10

  13. Professional with personality- everyone seemed like they enjoyed their careers with OHSU. Please pay them well to keep them.

  14. He explained everything well!

  15. I was completely informed of all questions and concerns I might have and some before I thought to ask. Friendly, caring and respectful.

  16. Personable and respectful.

  17. Detailed thorough

  18. Super knowledgeable and detailed. Excellent experience

  19. If you're asking me about the doctor that did the procedure he seemed like a very capable fellow

  20. Very informative kept us informed during the whole time and was determined to get the right biopsy

  21. Loved how he took the time to explain and seemed to really care about your questions. Did not seem like he was there to just get through the day. Seemed honest and genuine. Absolute best in my opinion! Would highly recommend them.

  22. Knowledgeable

  23. Dr. Hsu was exceptionally great at explaining everything about my issue and possible treatments, etc. One of the best "doctor" experiences I've encountered in a long time!!!

  24. Very good

  25. Kind, well mannered and very intelligent and helpful. He really seemed to care. When we were there at the hospital for the surgery, the people we met there were awesome and went out of their way to be helpful and make us feel at home.

  26. Excellent felt very well cared for. Couldn't have asked for better care. Very satisfied with everything.

  27. Extremely helpful & very professional explain stuff very well

  28. Personable, caring, skilled. Great at conveying information and instruction In a respectful way . The surgery was very successful. Exceptional physician

  29. He is greatBest possible rating in every area.

  30. Listened, explained the disease and treatment well, willingness to be collaborative in my treatment plan