About
Dr. Roger Shih is a board-certified internist and concierge physician practicing in Richmond, Virginia. He earned his medical degree from VCU School of Medicine and completed his internal medicine residency at San Antonio Military Medical Center. S. Air Force, an experience that sharpened his discipline and breadth as a clinician.
Dr. Shih focuses on preventive care and chronic condition management, working across disciplines to address root causes rather than isolated complaints. He holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. In addition to seeing patients, he serves as PartnerMD's Director of Medical Advancements, evaluating cutting-edge technology and educating the network's clinicians and staff. He describes his approach simply: straightforward, honest, and a fierce advocate for his patients. Outside the office, Dr. Shih is a classically trained pianist and performs in improv theatre. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Michele, and their children.
Education & Training
Medical School
VCU School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, San Antonio Military Medical Center
Additional Training
Flight Commander and Internist, U.S. Air Force
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shih right for?
Dr. Shih is a strong fit for adults seeking a physician who thinks longitudinally about their health, not just one visit at a time. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from his experience and preventive focus. He works well with people who want a doctor to understand their full life context, not just their labs. Executives and professionals who value direct, no-sugarcoat communication will find his style refreshing. His military background and internal medicine training make him effective with complex, multi-system health concerns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shih specializes in internal medicine, with a strong focus on preventive care and chronic condition management. He works across multiple disciplines to help patients address the root causes of health issues rather than treating individual complaints in isolation.
Yes, Dr. Shih holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He earned his medical degree from VCU School of Medicine and completed his residency at San Antonio Military Medical Center.
Dr. Shih takes a holistic approach that goes well beyond lab metrics. He draws out each patient's personal history, background, and life context to shape a care plan that fits the whole person. He describes his style as straightforward, honest, and fiercely advocating for his patients.
Dr. Shih serves as PartnerMD's Director of Medical Advancements. In that role, he evaluates emerging technology and educates clinicians and staff across the PartnerMD network on cutting-edge treatment and care.
Dr. Shih earned his medical degree from VCU School of Medicine. S. Air Force.
Dr. Shih sees adult patients across a broad range of health needs. He is particularly experienced with patients managing chronic conditions and those who want a proactive, prevention-focused approach to their long-term health.
Dr. Shih believes patients should not be reduced to a collection of symptoms defined by their labs. He prioritizes drawing out a patient's full history, background, and motivation to understand what drives their health and what will genuinely improve it.
Yes, Dr. Shih has a strong passion for teaching and mentorship. He loves witnessing growth and watching patients' health improve over time. His Director of Medical Advancements role at PartnerMD channels that same drive into educating the broader clinical team.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026