Donald E Shows, MD

Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Donald E Shows is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Fort Smith, AR with over 42 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(479) 314-4650Fort Smith, AR
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 42 years in internal medicine, Donald E Shows, MD is a long-established cardiologist in Fort Smith. Trained at University of Mississippi School of Medicine (class of 1984), he has been practicing for over 42 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart.

1 of 10 Internal Medicine providers in ARSee all Internal Medicine in Fort Smith42+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 4741dNPPES updated 2013-05-31 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Arkansas State Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

7001 Rogers Ave Suite 401, Fort Smith, AR 72903-4073

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.

Hypertension
75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Ischemic Heart Disease
61%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Arthritis
52%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Chronic Kidney Disease
48%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

Heart Failure
41%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

Atrial Fibrillation
39%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

Diabetes
38%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1984

    University of Mississippi School of Medicine

  2. 42 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.

Taxonomy: 207RC0000X

Education & Training

University of Mississippi School of Medicine (Class of 1984)

Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Donald E Shows

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Donald E Shows for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Fort Smith required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Donald E Shows

Dr. Shows is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Fort Smith, AR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (479) 314-4650.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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