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Dr. Jack Shen Jr. is a board-certified neurologist with fellowship training in Movement Disorders. His expertise includes the diagnosis and management of complex movement disorders and deep brain stimulation (DBS).
Dr. Shen received his master’s degree in biomedical sciences from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and medical degree from Wake Forest University. He completed his internship, residency, and fellowship at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center. He values a patient-centered care approach that assesses over time the unique neurobiology and needs of each patient who lives with a movement disorder.
Dr. Shen is a member of the American Academy of Neurology and International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society.
Specialties
Neurology
Education & Training
Wake Forest University School of Medicine
Degree
Doctor of Medicine
Residency
University of Cincinnati Medical Center
Fellowship
University of Cincinnati Medical Center
Certifications
American Board of Psych/Neurology - Neuro
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures
Atypical Parkinsonism
Botulinum Toxin Injections for Movement Disorders
Deep Brain Stimulation
Dystonia
Epilepsy
Essential Tremor
Huntington's Disease
Multiple Sclerosis
Parkinson's Disease
Tremor
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.8
Based on 545 patient ratings
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Patient Reviews
5
All of the staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. All issues were handled and plenty of information plus accommodations were given as well.
July 4, 2026
5
Dr Shen genuinely seemed to care about what all had gone on with me where some Drs will only discuss things that are exactly part of their specialty, not considering how everything in our bodies work together. He listened well, was thorough, and very kind.
July 3, 2026
5
Very knowledgeable and very kind
July 2, 2026
5
Great
June 30, 2026
5
Dr. Shen and his staff always listens to my concerns. I had some extra questions for him during my visit and he took the time to listen, to recommend what he thought I needed for next steps and I definitely appreciate him and his staff. They're great.
June 27, 2026
5
Love Dr. Shen. He listened to everything I had to say, answered every question and concern I had, put together a plan. I could not have been more pleased with my visit.
June 26, 2026
5
Dr. Shen Is very patient and knowledgeable. He takes the time to listen and understand your concerns.
June 21, 2026
5
Dr. Jack Shen is a knowledgeable and caring physician. He is very considerate and communicates effectively, using language appropriate to the patient's understanding.
June 19, 2026
5
Dr. Shen took time to familiarize himself with my very complicated medical history prior to the appointment. He very carefully laid out his medical opinion and explained options and why some treatments wouldn't be appropriate. We left with a very good understanding of my situation. Our thanks to him and Vanessa for their kindness.
June 19, 2026
5
Great experience!! A big thank you. Very helpful and informative.
June 18, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was an excellent, excellent clinician and physician. Exam was thorough, took his time, explained everything, and was very personable. Great physician.
June 17, 2026
5
The receptionist made me wait to check out while she checked in other patients - as it turns out it would have only taken a minute or two to do so and I had to wait 10 minutes.
June 11, 2026
5
Always a positive experience
June 11, 2026
5
You did a great job. Thank you.
June 7, 2026
5
Simply outstanding
June 5, 2026
5
The provider was knowledgeable about what he was saying, and he took the time to explain all the treatment options.
May 30, 2026
5
Dr Shen and his staff are the best!
May 30, 2026
5
It was nice that the Doctor apologized for running late.
May 29, 2026
5
Very good and the doctor was very respectful for my wife's problems
May 28, 2026
4
I have researched the medicine Sinemet and feel the potential side effects are worse than my symptoms. I am trying a variety of B1 and am experiencing some favorable results - reduced tremors.
May 31, 2026
5
Dr Shen is an excellent Neurologist and he puts me at ease very knowledgeable.
May 25, 2026
5
I recommend this practice!
May 24, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent. We are so happy to have found him.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent; he communicates well, and he listens well.
May 22, 2026
5
I very much appreciated Dr. Shen's approach, demeanor, bedside manner, and his expertise, understanding of questions, etc. It was just a great experience. Fortunately, we don't have to go back, but if I ever did have an issue, he'd be at the top of the list. Thanks so much.
May 22, 2026
5
The staff, doctors and nurses that I have been in contact with are very polite and professional.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was very thorough in the exam and took plenty of time to answer my questions, made sure I had all my questions answered before we ended the appointment and was just very observant and just offered some great next steps for me with my diagnosis of Parkinson's.
May 24, 2026
5
Dr Shen explained everything thoroughly and took the time to explain my options.
May 22, 2026
5
I would highly recommend Dr Shen to anyone that needs a neurologist. He cares very much about his patients and he listens. I have total trust in him.
May 16, 2026
5
Staff were very professional, very helpful, very capable and caring during sometimes difficult maneuvering with wheelchairs, etc. It is wonderful that the facility there has a wheelchair available for use of patients.
May 24, 2026
5
All of the staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. All issues were handled and plenty of information plus accommodations were given as well.
July 4, 2026
5
Dr Shen genuinely seemed to care about what all had gone on with me where some Drs will only discuss things that are exactly part of their specialty, not considering how everything in our bodies work together. He listened well, was thorough, and very kind.
July 3, 2026
5
Very knowledgeable and very kind
July 2, 2026
5
Great
June 30, 2026
5
Dr. Shen and his staff always listens to my concerns. I had some extra questions for him during my visit and he took the time to listen, to recommend what he thought I needed for next steps and I definitely appreciate him and his staff. They're great.
June 27, 2026
5
Love Dr. Shen. He listened to everything I had to say, answered every question and concern I had, put together a plan. I could not have been more pleased with my visit.
June 26, 2026
5
Dr. Shen Is very patient and knowledgeable. He takes the time to listen and understand your concerns.
June 21, 2026
5
Dr. Jack Shen is a knowledgeable and caring physician. He is very considerate and communicates effectively, using language appropriate to the patient's understanding.
June 19, 2026
5
Dr. Shen took time to familiarize himself with my very complicated medical history prior to the appointment. He very carefully laid out his medical opinion and explained options and why some treatments wouldn't be appropriate. We left with a very good understanding of my situation. Our thanks to him and Vanessa for their kindness.
June 19, 2026
5
Great experience!! A big thank you. Very helpful and informative.
June 18, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was an excellent, excellent clinician and physician. Exam was thorough, took his time, explained everything, and was very personable. Great physician.
June 17, 2026
5
The receptionist made me wait to check out while she checked in other patients - as it turns out it would have only taken a minute or two to do so and I had to wait 10 minutes.
June 11, 2026
5
Always a positive experience
June 11, 2026
5
You did a great job. Thank you.
June 7, 2026
5
Simply outstanding
June 5, 2026
5
The provider was knowledgeable about what he was saying, and he took the time to explain all the treatment options.
May 30, 2026
5
Dr Shen and his staff are the best!
May 30, 2026
5
It was nice that the Doctor apologized for running late.
May 29, 2026
5
Very good and the doctor was very respectful for my wife's problems
May 28, 2026
5
Dr Shen is an excellent Neurologist and he puts me at ease very knowledgeable.
May 25, 2026
5
I recommend this practice!
May 24, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent. We are so happy to have found him.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent; he communicates well, and he listens well.
May 22, 2026
5
I very much appreciated Dr. Shen's approach, demeanor, bedside manner, and his expertise, understanding of questions, etc. It was just a great experience. Fortunately, we don't have to go back, but if I ever did have an issue, he'd be at the top of the list. Thanks so much.
May 22, 2026
5
The staff, doctors and nurses that I have been in contact with are very polite and professional.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was very thorough in the exam and took plenty of time to answer my questions, made sure I had all my questions answered before we ended the appointment and was just very observant and just offered some great next steps for me with my diagnosis of Parkinson's.
May 24, 2026
5
Dr Shen explained everything thoroughly and took the time to explain my options.
May 22, 2026
5
I would highly recommend Dr Shen to anyone that needs a neurologist. He cares very much about his patients and he listens. I have total trust in him.
May 16, 2026
5
Staff were very professional, very helpful, very capable and caring during sometimes difficult maneuvering with wheelchairs, etc. It is wonderful that the facility there has a wheelchair available for use of patients.
May 24, 2026
4
I have researched the medicine Sinemet and feel the potential side effects are worse than my symptoms. I am trying a variety of B1 and am experiencing some favorable results - reduced tremors.
May 31, 2026
4
I have researched the medicine Sinemet and feel the potential side effects are worse than my symptoms. I am trying a variety of B1 and am experiencing some favorable results - reduced tremors.
May 31, 2026
5
All of the staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. All issues were handled and plenty of information plus accommodations were given as well.
July 4, 2026
5
Dr Shen genuinely seemed to care about what all had gone on with me where some Drs will only discuss things that are exactly part of their specialty, not considering how everything in our bodies work together. He listened well, was thorough, and very kind.
July 3, 2026
5
Very knowledgeable and very kind
July 2, 2026
5
Great
June 30, 2026
5
Dr. Shen and his staff always listens to my concerns. I had some extra questions for him during my visit and he took the time to listen, to recommend what he thought I needed for next steps and I definitely appreciate him and his staff. They're great.
June 27, 2026
5
Love Dr. Shen. He listened to everything I had to say, answered every question and concern I had, put together a plan. I could not have been more pleased with my visit.
June 26, 2026
5
Dr. Shen Is very patient and knowledgeable. He takes the time to listen and understand your concerns.
June 21, 2026
5
Dr. Jack Shen is a knowledgeable and caring physician. He is very considerate and communicates effectively, using language appropriate to the patient's understanding.
June 19, 2026
5
Dr. Shen took time to familiarize himself with my very complicated medical history prior to the appointment. He very carefully laid out his medical opinion and explained options and why some treatments wouldn't be appropriate. We left with a very good understanding of my situation. Our thanks to him and Vanessa for their kindness.
June 19, 2026
5
Great experience!! A big thank you. Very helpful and informative.
June 18, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was an excellent, excellent clinician and physician. Exam was thorough, took his time, explained everything, and was very personable. Great physician.
June 17, 2026
5
The receptionist made me wait to check out while she checked in other patients - as it turns out it would have only taken a minute or two to do so and I had to wait 10 minutes.
June 11, 2026
5
Always a positive experience
June 11, 2026
5
You did a great job. Thank you.
June 7, 2026
5
Simply outstanding
June 5, 2026
5
The provider was knowledgeable about what he was saying, and he took the time to explain all the treatment options.
May 30, 2026
5
Dr Shen and his staff are the best!
May 30, 2026
5
It was nice that the Doctor apologized for running late.
May 29, 2026
5
Very good and the doctor was very respectful for my wife's problems
May 28, 2026
5
Dr Shen is an excellent Neurologist and he puts me at ease very knowledgeable.
May 25, 2026
5
I recommend this practice!
May 24, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent. We are so happy to have found him.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent; he communicates well, and he listens well.
May 22, 2026
5
I very much appreciated Dr. Shen's approach, demeanor, bedside manner, and his expertise, understanding of questions, etc. It was just a great experience. Fortunately, we don't have to go back, but if I ever did have an issue, he'd be at the top of the list. Thanks so much.
May 22, 2026
5
The staff, doctors and nurses that I have been in contact with are very polite and professional.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was very thorough in the exam and took plenty of time to answer my questions, made sure I had all my questions answered before we ended the appointment and was just very observant and just offered some great next steps for me with my diagnosis of Parkinson's.
May 24, 2026
5
Dr Shen explained everything thoroughly and took the time to explain my options.
May 22, 2026
5
I would highly recommend Dr Shen to anyone that needs a neurologist. He cares very much about his patients and he listens. I have total trust in him.
May 16, 2026
5
Staff were very professional, very helpful, very capable and caring during sometimes difficult maneuvering with wheelchairs, etc. It is wonderful that the facility there has a wheelchair available for use of patients.
May 24, 2026
5
All of the staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. All issues were handled and plenty of information plus accommodations were given as well.
July 4, 2026
5
Dr Shen genuinely seemed to care about what all had gone on with me where some Drs will only discuss things that are exactly part of their specialty, not considering how everything in our bodies work together. He listened well, was thorough, and very kind.
July 3, 2026
5
Very knowledgeable and very kind
July 2, 2026
5
Great
June 30, 2026
5
Dr. Shen and his staff always listens to my concerns. I had some extra questions for him during my visit and he took the time to listen, to recommend what he thought I needed for next steps and I definitely appreciate him and his staff. They're great.
June 27, 2026
5
Love Dr. Shen. He listened to everything I had to say, answered every question and concern I had, put together a plan. I could not have been more pleased with my visit.
June 26, 2026
5
Dr. Shen Is very patient and knowledgeable. He takes the time to listen and understand your concerns.
June 21, 2026
5
Dr. Jack Shen is a knowledgeable and caring physician. He is very considerate and communicates effectively, using language appropriate to the patient's understanding.
June 19, 2026
5
Dr. Shen took time to familiarize himself with my very complicated medical history prior to the appointment. He very carefully laid out his medical opinion and explained options and why some treatments wouldn't be appropriate. We left with a very good understanding of my situation. Our thanks to him and Vanessa for their kindness.
June 19, 2026
5
Great experience!! A big thank you. Very helpful and informative.
June 18, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was an excellent, excellent clinician and physician. Exam was thorough, took his time, explained everything, and was very personable. Great physician.
June 17, 2026
5
The receptionist made me wait to check out while she checked in other patients - as it turns out it would have only taken a minute or two to do so and I had to wait 10 minutes.
June 11, 2026
5
Always a positive experience
June 11, 2026
5
You did a great job. Thank you.
June 7, 2026
5
Simply outstanding
June 5, 2026
4
I have researched the medicine Sinemet and feel the potential side effects are worse than my symptoms. I am trying a variety of B1 and am experiencing some favorable results - reduced tremors.
May 31, 2026
5
Dr Shen and his staff are the best!
May 30, 2026
5
The provider was knowledgeable about what he was saying, and he took the time to explain all the treatment options.
May 30, 2026
5
It was nice that the Doctor apologized for running late.
May 29, 2026
5
Very good and the doctor was very respectful for my wife's problems
May 28, 2026
5
Dr Shen is an excellent Neurologist and he puts me at ease very knowledgeable.
May 25, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was very thorough in the exam and took plenty of time to answer my questions, made sure I had all my questions answered before we ended the appointment and was just very observant and just offered some great next steps for me with my diagnosis of Parkinson's.
May 24, 2026
5
I recommend this practice!
May 24, 2026
5
Staff were very professional, very helpful, very capable and caring during sometimes difficult maneuvering with wheelchairs, etc. It is wonderful that the facility there has a wheelchair available for use of patients.
May 24, 2026
5
I very much appreciated Dr. Shen's approach, demeanor, bedside manner, and his expertise, understanding of questions, etc. It was just a great experience. Fortunately, we don't have to go back, but if I ever did have an issue, he'd be at the top of the list. Thanks so much.
May 22, 2026
5
The staff, doctors and nurses that I have been in contact with are very polite and professional.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr Shen explained everything thoroughly and took the time to explain my options.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent. We are so happy to have found him.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent; he communicates well, and he listens well.
May 22, 2026
5
I would highly recommend Dr Shen to anyone that needs a neurologist. He cares very much about his patients and he listens. I have total trust in him.
May 16, 2026
5
I would highly recommend Dr Shen to anyone that needs a neurologist. He cares very much about his patients and he listens. I have total trust in him.
May 16, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent; he communicates well, and he listens well.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr. Shen is excellent. We are so happy to have found him.
May 22, 2026
5
Dr Shen explained everything thoroughly and took the time to explain my options.
May 22, 2026
5
The staff, doctors and nurses that I have been in contact with are very polite and professional.
May 22, 2026
5
I very much appreciated Dr. Shen's approach, demeanor, bedside manner, and his expertise, understanding of questions, etc. It was just a great experience. Fortunately, we don't have to go back, but if I ever did have an issue, he'd be at the top of the list. Thanks so much.
May 22, 2026
5
Staff were very professional, very helpful, very capable and caring during sometimes difficult maneuvering with wheelchairs, etc. It is wonderful that the facility there has a wheelchair available for use of patients.
May 24, 2026
5
I recommend this practice!
May 24, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was very thorough in the exam and took plenty of time to answer my questions, made sure I had all my questions answered before we ended the appointment and was just very observant and just offered some great next steps for me with my diagnosis of Parkinson's.
May 24, 2026
5
Dr Shen is an excellent Neurologist and he puts me at ease very knowledgeable.
May 25, 2026
5
Very good and the doctor was very respectful for my wife's problems
May 28, 2026
5
It was nice that the Doctor apologized for running late.
May 29, 2026
5
The provider was knowledgeable about what he was saying, and he took the time to explain all the treatment options.
May 30, 2026
5
Dr Shen and his staff are the best!
May 30, 2026
4
I have researched the medicine Sinemet and feel the potential side effects are worse than my symptoms. I am trying a variety of B1 and am experiencing some favorable results - reduced tremors.
May 31, 2026
5
Simply outstanding
June 5, 2026
5
You did a great job. Thank you.
June 7, 2026
5
Always a positive experience
June 11, 2026
5
The receptionist made me wait to check out while she checked in other patients - as it turns out it would have only taken a minute or two to do so and I had to wait 10 minutes.
June 11, 2026
5
Dr. Shen was an excellent, excellent clinician and physician. Exam was thorough, took his time, explained everything, and was very personable. Great physician.
June 17, 2026
5
Great experience!! A big thank you. Very helpful and informative.
June 18, 2026
5
Dr. Shen took time to familiarize himself with my very complicated medical history prior to the appointment. He very carefully laid out his medical opinion and explained options and why some treatments wouldn't be appropriate. We left with a very good understanding of my situation. Our thanks to him and Vanessa for their kindness.
June 19, 2026
5
Dr. Jack Shen is a knowledgeable and caring physician. He is very considerate and communicates effectively, using language appropriate to the patient's understanding.
June 19, 2026
5
Dr. Shen Is very patient and knowledgeable. He takes the time to listen and understand your concerns.
June 21, 2026
5
Love Dr. Shen. He listened to everything I had to say, answered every question and concern I had, put together a plan. I could not have been more pleased with my visit.
June 26, 2026
5
Dr. Shen and his staff always listens to my concerns. I had some extra questions for him during my visit and he took the time to listen, to recommend what he thought I needed for next steps and I definitely appreciate him and his staff. They're great.
June 27, 2026
5
Great
June 30, 2026
5
Very knowledgeable and very kind
July 2, 2026
5
Dr Shen genuinely seemed to care about what all had gone on with me where some Drs will only discuss things that are exactly part of their specialty, not considering how everything in our bodies work together. He listened well, was thorough, and very kind.
July 3, 2026
5
All of the staff was very attentive and knowledgeable. All issues were handled and plenty of information plus accommodations were given as well.
July 4, 2026
Publications and Articles
JohnElliottCare
John Elliott was a builder who enjoyed meeting with clients and planning their future homes. But the effects of Parkinson’s disease made it hard for him to meet with clients and live his life. Then he found a new sense of hope thanks to the Wellstar Parkinson’s and Tremors Program and a procedure called deep brain stimulation (DBS). His experience is a powerful testament to the value of comprehensive care and how his neurologists, functional neurosurgeon and nurse navigator helped him rebuild his life.
Symptoms that were hard to shake
John has been building custom homes in Marietta for 45 years—a career defined by personal relationships with his clients. He loves spending time with his family, hunting, fishing and bushhogging the multi-generational family farm.
But in 2015, John’s hands began to shake. A former client and friend who was a retired neurologist recommended he see Dr. Thomas Holmes, a Wellstar neurologist.
A DaTscan, a type of nuclear imaging test that takes images of the brain, helped Dr. Holmes see a loss in John’s dopamine-producing neurons, which indicates Parkinson’s disease. The progressive neurological disorder affects a person’s motor functions and movements.
At first, medication helped. But years after his diagnosis, John’s medications were barely effective.
“A big part of custom home building is your interaction with your client,” John said. “Meeting with the customer became somewhat of a problem.”
His tremors and involuntary mouth movements left him feeling embarrassed.
“I kind of went into a shell and didn't want to see people because they would make comments, particularly about the mouth movement,” he said. “You want to hide.”
