Jenny Meng Shao Kashmanian, MD, FACS
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Jenny M. Shao, MD, FACS is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of the Abdominal Hernia Program at the University of Michigan. Dr. Shao is a graduate of Washington University in St. Louis and Indiana University School of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital and a minimally invasive surgery fellowship at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
Dr. Shao is a recipient of the Association of Women Surgeons Top 40 Under 40 award and is involved as a committee member in several national organizations including the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), American Hernia Society (AHS), and serves on the Board of Directors for the Society of Surgical Ergonomics. She is an inaugural recipient of the American College of Surgeons anti-racism grant aimed at improving healthcare equity and developing surgical leadership programs focused on improving culture and belonging.
Clinical Specialization:Dr. Shao is a minimally invasive surgeon focused on abdominal surgery. In addition to general surgery, she specializes in laparoscopic and robotic surgery, hernias, complex abdominal wall reconstruction, and benign foregut disorders (hiatal hernias, paraesophageal hernias, esophageal motility disorders). She is focused on providing multidisciplinary care and team approaches for the best patient care and outcomes.
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General Surgery Clinic | Taubman Center 1500 E Medical Center Dr
Floor 2 Reception C
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5331Get Directions
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University of Michigan Health participates with most health insurance plans.
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Research Overview
Dr. Shao’s clinical research is focused on improving patient outcomes and perioperative care in abdominal wall reconstruction and benign foregut surgery. Her academic interests center on implementation of culture and belonging initiatives.
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May 15, 2026 - "Dr Shao Kashmanian was very accommodating to my condition. She explained process to repair and assisted me with providing details to help me make informed decisions. I would recommend."
May 7, 2026 - "Dr. Shao Kashmanian is an excellent doctor who attentively listens. I'm so impressed with her, and would recommend her to everyone who needs help!"
March 17, 2026 - "Love DR Shao Kashmanian [...]"
March 4, 2026 - "Dr Shao Kashmanian was kind, courteous and professional, from initial diagnosis and scheduling, at surgery and at follow up visit."
February 26, 2026 - "Dr Shao Kashmanian is awesome. She is very knowledgeable, caring, and so nice. She put my concerns to rest."
February 10, 2026 - "Dr. Kashmanian was amazing! Explained everything, anything she wondered, she was able to access. Communication was top notch! She listened and explained any questions we had. It was a great visit and first time meeting!"
January 15, 2026 - "Dr. Kashmanian was very professional and answered all questions as needed."
January 8, 2026 - "Dr. Shao Kashmanian is amazing"
October 31, 2025 - "Dr. Shao Kashmanian took time to explain what was needed to be done and she never made me feel like she didn't have time to answer questions or address my concerns"
October 30, 2025 - "Dr. Shao Kashmanian is excellent! Very easy to talk with and has always made sure to answer any questions and explain all actions/procedures clearly."
