Dr. Paul Shonnard is Board-Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is licensed by the State of Nevada. He is subspecialty trained in trauma and his practice focuses on arthroscopic management of joint maladies, shoulder and hip pathologies, joint replacement, and trauma.
Dr. Paul Shonnard is Board-Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is licensed by the State of Nevada. He is subspecialty trained in trauma and his practice focuses on arthroscopic management of joint maladies, shoulder and hip pathologies, joint replacement, and trauma.
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This was exactly the visit I needed. The whole office was very nice and Dr. Shonnard explains so much in detail and was so patient with any questions I had. I felt like I was in very good, very experienced hands.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
To the man who has twice made me whole again, who continues to be a trusted advisor regarding my current and future structural health and who also takes care of my family. I offer my deepest respect and gratitude! Kelly Hardiman.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Confident of his skills. Here to do his job.
Straight forward yet kind and understanding. New hip new life . Thank you Dr. Shonnard
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Wouldn’t go to anyone else
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
Dr Shonnard is awesome has a great bestside manner. I highly recommend Dr Paul Shonnard
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Very thorough explanation.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
I am so thankful and grateful to Dr. Shonnard for all he has done for me. Thank you so very much.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Dr Shonnard is friendly and informative. He asks questions and listens. He also allows time for you, the patient, to ask questions. He explains his diagnosis and possible solutions throughly. He took the time to show me and explain the findings of the MRI.
(3 months ago)
Jul-2025
I’m pleased with my visit with Paul Shonnard!🙂
(3 months ago)
Jul-2025
He is patient with all my questions and gives me the pros and cons so I can make the decision that is right for me. His time and expertise are invaluable!
Dr. Paul Shonnard received his medical degree from the University of Nevada School of Medicine and did his residency at the University of New Mexico Hospital. He has also completed an Orthopedic Trauma Fellowship at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He has been practicing in Reno since 1996.
Dr. Shonnard has ongoing research programs in hip arthroscopy and percutaneous calcaneus fracture work. He lectures and teaches at a master level on hip arthroscopy at national and international meetings on an ongoing basis and has completed textbook chapter submissions for a recent Germany-based hip arthroscopy textbook. His work on calcaneous was presented at the National meeting of the Orthopedic Trauma Association. Dr. Shonnard has served as the Vice President of the Nevada Orthopaedic Society, Chief of Orthopaedics as well as the Chief of Surgery at Renown South Meadows, and the Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno, NV. He is subspecialty trained in trauma and his practice focuses on arthroscopic management of joint maladies, shoulder and hip pathologies, joint replacement, and trauma.
He is a Nevada native and enjoys skiing, hunting, and athletics. He is actively involved in skiing and ski racing programs, in addition to many other outdoor activities. Dr. Shonnard is Board-Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery and is licensed by the State of Nevada.
This was exactly the visit I needed. The whole office was very nice and Dr. Shonnard explains so much in detail and was so patient with any questions I had. I felt like I was in very good, very experienced hands.
To the man who has twice made me whole again, who continues to be a trusted advisor regarding my current and future structural health and who also takes care of my family. I offer my deepest respect and gratitude! Kelly Hardiman.
Confident of his skills. Here to do his job. Straight forward yet kind and understanding. New hip new life . Thank you Dr. Shonnard
Wouldn’t go to anyone else
Dr Shonnard is awesome has a great bestside manner. I highly recommend Dr Paul Shonnard
Very thorough explanation.
I am so thankful and grateful to Dr. Shonnard for all he has done for me. Thank you so very much.
Dr Shonnard is friendly and informative. He asks questions and listens. He also allows time for you, the patient, to ask questions. He explains his diagnosis and possible solutions throughly. He took the time to show me and explain the findings of the MRI.
I’m pleased with my visit with Paul Shonnard!🙂
He is patient with all my questions and gives me the pros and cons so I can make the decision that is right for me. His time and expertise are invaluable!