PartnerMD Office: Richmond, Virginia (Forest Avenue)
Undergraduate
University of Virginia
Medical School
VCU School of Medicine
Residency
San Antonio Military Medical Center
Philosophy of Care
"Patients should not be reduced to a collection of symptoms definable by their labs. It’s important to go beyond just looking at the metrics and draw out the history, the background, and the motivation."
Previous Experience
Physician — Primary Care Associates, Mechanicsville (Bon Secours)
Regional Medical Director — International SOC
Medical Director, Physician, Internal Medicine — Wright-Patterson Medical Center at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio
Flight Commander, Internist — U.S. Air Force
Professional Society Memberships
American Board of Internal Medicine, Board Certified
Favorite Part About Being a Doctor
"When I am able to see the positive impact on people’s lives – when my patients feel better and are happier, it’s a good feeling."
As a board-certified internal medicine physician in Richmond, VA, Dr. Roger Shih works with patients within the context of their own lives to improve their health through personalized care. He focuses heavily on preventive care to combat illness upfront and has extensive experience helping to manage chronic conditions.
"I consider my patients’ stories not merely through the lens of medicine," Dr. Shih says. "I want to understand what makes them happy, what makes them human, what their life and family are like, and think about the right course of care while considering the whole picture."
Dr. Shih began his medical career as a flight commander and internist in the U.S. Air Force. He chose primary care because it allows him to think holistically about their care and work across many disciplines to provide care.
"Primary care isn’t just about treating one complaint from a patient," Dr. Shih says. "It’s about thinking about the situation longitudinally to address the root cause."
For Dr. Shih, being a physician is about having a tangible impact on someone’s life. He loves teaching, witnessing growth, and watching the transition as people get healthier. He combines his traditional internal medicine education and background with a holistic approach to help patients achieve their goals, whatever they may be.
Dr. Shih earned his medical degree from VCU and completed his residency at San Antonio Military Medical Center before beginning his career in the Air Force. Before joining PartnerMD, Dr. Shih practiced as a primary care physician at Primary Care Associates in Mechanicsville.
In addition to seeing patients as a primary care physician, Dr. Shih serves as PartnerMD’s Director of Medical Advancements. In this role, he evaluates and educates PartnerMD’s clinicians and staff on cutting-edge technology, treatment, and care that can be used to improve the lives of our patients.
"To view a patient within the broader context of their life, you can’t do it without a longer conversation," Dr. Shih says. "That’s why I’m excited to practice at PartnerMD."
When working with new patients, Dr. Shih aims to get to know their goals and what’s important to them and find the right balance as a clinician to help them maintain or improve their longevity.
"The defining aspect, for me, is the relationship between patient and physician," he says. "Patients should not be reduced to a collection of symptoms definable by their labs. It’s important to go beyond just looking at the metrics and draw out the history, the background, and the motivation."
When asked how he thinks his patients would describe him, Dr. Shih says, "Straightforward. Honest. Doesn’t sugarcoat. And above all, a fierce advocate for my patients."
Outside the office, Dr. Shih enjoys spending time with his family and raising his three young sons. He is a classically trained pianist, and he has also been known to perform in Improv Theatres if given the opportunity.
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