About
Dr. Andy E. Shen is a board-certified family medicine and sports medicine physician who has practiced in Katy, Texas since 2010. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from the University of Texas at Austin, then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in 2005. He completed his internship and residency in Family Medicine at Methodist Family Medicine in Houston, finishing in 2009. He then pursued a Sports Medicine fellowship at Lone Star Family Health Center in Tomball, Texas.
Dr. Shen holds dual board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine in both Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. He is passionate about cardiovascular health, diabetes management, hypertension, and cholesterol control. His sports medicine background lets him treat musculoskeletal injuries and guide patients toward endurance goals like IRONMAN races and ultramarathons. Memorial Hermann Katy Rehabilitation Hospital named him Physician of the Year in 2012. He served as Chairman of the Family Medicine Department at Memorial Hermann Hospital - Katy from 2013 to 2015, and as Medical Chief of Staff at Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital - Katy from 2015 to 2017. He has served as team physician for Seven Lakes High School and Mayde Creek High School since 2012. Outside medicine, he enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants, and playing recreational sports with his family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Texas at Austin, Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Medical School
American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine (2005)
Residency
Methodist Family Medicine, Houston, TX, Family Medicine (2007-2009)
Fellowship
Lone Star Family Health Center, Tomball, TX, Sports Medicine (2009-2010)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shen right for?
Dr. Shen works well for adults seeking proactive, prevention-focused primary care in Katy, Texas. Patients managing cardiovascular risk, diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from his comprehensive approach. Athletes and active patients find his sports medicine expertise valuable for treating injuries and training toward endurance goals. Families looking for a long-established physician with deep community ties are a strong fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shen treats a broad range of primary care and sports medicine conditions. His clinical focus includes cardiovascular health, diabetes, hypertension, and cholesterol management. He also evaluates and treats musculoskeletal injuries and supports patients working toward endurance athletic goals.
Yes, Dr. Shen holds dual board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine in both Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. He earned these certifications after completing his residency in Houston and a Sports Medicine fellowship in Tomball, Texas.
Dr. Shen has practiced in Katy, Texas since 2010. Over that time, he has built strong local roots and a broad specialist referral network in the community.
Dr. Shen earned his Doctorate of Medicine from the American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine in 2005. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Methodist Family Medicine in Houston and then pursued a Sports Medicine fellowship at Lone Star Family Health Center in Tomball, Texas.
Yes, Dr. Shen brings dedicated sports medicine training to his practice. He treats musculoskeletal injuries and guides patients working toward endurance goals such as IRONMAN races and ultramarathons. His fellowship at Lone Star Family Health Center specifically focused on sports medicine.
Dr. Shen has held several leadership roles locally. He served as Chairman of the Family Medicine Department at Memorial Hermann Hospital - Katy from 2013 to 2015. He then served as Medical Chief of Staff at Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital - Katy from 2015 to 2017. Memorial Hermann Katy Rehabilitation Hospital also named him Physician of the Year in 2012.
Yes, Dr. Shen has served as team physician for Seven Lakes High School and Mayde Creek High School since 2012. This role reflects his long-standing commitment to the Katy community and his sports medicine expertise.
Dr. Shen takes a proactive, prevention-focused approach to primary care. He delivers a comprehensive annual Wellness Program that includes advanced screenings and diagnostic tests. His goal is to catch risk factors early before they develop into serious conditions.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026