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Ryan Shelstad

Ryan Shelstad, MD

Proud member of Bryan Health Connect

Accepting New Patients

Specialty

Cardiothoracic Surgery

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402-483-3255

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My Approach to Care

As a surgeon, I think it's important to build trust early with my patients and their families. I believe that it's my job to not only keep patients informed, but also to guide them to a certain extent, so that they go down the road of surgery and treatment with confidence. Growing up in Nebraska, there is a set of common values, and patients rely on those values as they work through their health problems.   

Education & Training

Medical School

University of Nebraska Medical Center

Residency

University of Minnesota Medical School, General Surgery

Fellowship

University of Colorado School of Medicine, Cardiothoracic Surgery
University of Minnesota Medical School, Post-Doctoral Research, Transplant Immunology

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery & Thoracic Surgery
Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)
Fellow, American College of Cardiology (FACC) 

Podcast

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Patient Reviews

November 07, 2024
Explained everything to where we could understand our options very professional.
September 26, 2024
Everyone was friendly and kind
September 26, 2024
Dr Shelstad is very personable and explains everything in detail and in a way that you understand it. A+ for Dr Shelstad and his staff
September 17, 2024
He seems very honest in answering the questions.
September 12, 2024
Everyone friendly and helpful!
August 22, 2024
So far, everyone we have dealt with has been pleasant and professional.
July 18, 2024
Wonderful service from check in, lab, CT san, appt with Dr. Shelstad and his staff.
June 27, 2024
Felt comfortable with upcoming surgery as Dr answered all of my concerns
April 25, 2024
I place my trust in the Cardio team to repair my heart without complications.
April 15, 2024
Waited in the office quite a bit longer than I would have liked.
April 04, 2024
Arrived early and was taken into our room within 5 min. RN was very personable and nice. Loved Dr. Shelstad Took the time to explain what was going on and never felt rushed. Very good experience.
March 18, 2024
Extremely caring and very informative.
March 07, 2024
Thanks
February 29, 2024
Everyone was kind, considerate and professional. The friendliness of the staff made the visit quite pleasant.
February 08, 2024
Dr Shelstad was Amazing & had a Great Bedside Manner. He took his time explaining ALL of my questions & Concerns. He was Very Knowledgeable & Articulate. I Certainly Trust him as a Surgeon. I learned quite a few things from him that i had never taken into Consideration. He was Patient & Kind. Not Rushed. I Trust him with my Care & Surgery if it should come to that. A Great Doctor & One of a Kind !!!
February 01, 2024
Dr. Shelstad is a laid back, top of the line, straight shooter & I like that!
December 07, 2023
He is very concerned, very young, seemed very stable.
December 07, 2023
This office was professional and caring from the front desk to the nurse to the navigator to the scheduler. They made me comfortable and less anxious about the fact I had to have surgery. The doctor spent time with me explaining and answering questions . I am not anxious to have surgery but know I am in good hands with this office.
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