About
Stacey Pollak Shinder, MD is a board-certified internal medicine physician based in Boynton Beach, Florida. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry from Wesleyan University in 1988, then went on to complete her Doctorate of Medicine at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York in 1992. She completed both her internship and residency at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, finishing her training as Chief Resident from 1995 to 1996.
Dr. Shinder holds faculty appointments as a clinical instructor at the University of Miami School of Medicine and at Nova Southeastern School of Osteopathic Medicine. She also maintains a hospital affiliation with JFK Medical Center. Her practice philosophy centers on anticipating each patient's needs and building a genuine partnership toward better health. Members consistently praise her for thorough evaluations, timely responses to texts and calls, and the unhurried time she dedicates to each visit. She holds a 5-out-of-5 rating across 34 member reviews.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Wesleyan University, Middletown, CT — Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry, 1988
Medical School
Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York, NY — Doctorate of Medicine, 1992
Residency
Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY — Internship 1992-1993, Residency 1993-1995, Chief Resident 1995-1996
Additional Training
Clinical Instructor, University of Miami School of Medicine; Clinical Instructor, Nova Southeastern School of Osteopathic Medicine
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shinder right for?
Dr. Shinder is a strong fit for adults who want a primary care physician they can reach any day of the year. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her proactive, anticipatory approach to internal medicine. She suits patients who value unhurried visits and direct access to their doctor, not a staff proxy. Those who travel frequently will appreciate her urgent care coordination and access to the MDVIP Centers of Excellence network.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Dr. Shinder holds board certification in internal medicine. She completed her training at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx, where she served as Chief Resident from 1995 to 1996. She earned her medical degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine in 1992.
Yes. Dr. Shinder sees every patient herself at every visit. She does not delegate care to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. Patients always work directly with Dr. Shinder.
Yes. Dr. Shinder makes herself available by phone after hours, on weekends, and every day of the year. Members can reach her directly without going through an answering service or on-call physician.
Dr. Shinder offers comprehensive wellness screenings and builds a custom wellness plan for each member through the MDVIP network. She focuses on anticipating each patient's healthcare needs rather than simply reacting to problems. Her approach combines preventive care with management of existing conditions.
Yes. Dr. Shinder coordinates travel urgent care by connecting members with local hospitals, pharmacies, and physicians when they need attention away from home. Members also gain access to MDVIP's Medical Centers of Excellence network for specialist referrals nationwide.
Dr. Shinder serves as a clinical instructor at both the University of Miami School of Medicine and Nova Southeastern School of Osteopathic Medicine. These faculty appointments reflect her ongoing commitment to medical education alongside her patient care practice.
Dr. Shinder focuses on internal medicine, including chronic disease management and preventive care. She offers comprehensive evaluations and ongoing management for adult patients with a range of health conditions. Her approach emphasizes anticipating problems before they escalate.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026