Originally from Memphis, Dr. W.V. “Rusty” Shappley, III, M.D. graduated from college at Duke University and medical school at the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in New York. For his post-graduate training, he completed an internship in general surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston and residency at the Harvard Longwood Program in Urology.
Originally from Memphis, Dr. W.V. “Rusty” Shappley, III, M.D. graduated from college at Duke University and medical school at the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in New York. For his post-graduate training, he completed an internship in general surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston and residency at the Harvard Longwood Program in Urology.
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Dr Rusty Shappley and his team of nurses are the VERY BEST! Appreciate his kindness and knowledge !
(5 days ago)
Aug-2026
Explain’s everything well
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Rusty was professional, knowledgeable, and made things very simple to understand. Highly recommend!
(2 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Great dr. Caring and compassionate
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Waited over an hour before I was called- as did many others. Need to work on
more time sensitive scheduling.
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Exceptional!! Great Physician!! Very Very Pleased!!
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
Great
(3 weeks ago)
Aug-2026
My visit was great, everyone one was very professional and very polite. Doctor was very informative and answers all my questions. I would like to thank everyone.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
Very knowledgeable doctor on prostate health,been seeing him since 2014 wouldn't trust any other doctor,if you're having prostate issues I would recommend seeing him
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
In and out in 20 minutes and everyone was very nice and courteous.
(2 months ago)
Jun-2026
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East Memphis
6029 Walnut Grove Road Suite 300 Memphis, TN 38120
Originally from Memphis, Dr. W.V. “Rusty” Shappley, III, M.D. graduated from college at Duke University and medical school at the Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons in New York. For his post-graduate training, he completed an internship in general surgery at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston and residency at the Harvard Longwood Program in Urology. During his training, he was recognized with several awards, including Intern of the Year at Brigham & Women’s Hospital, the First Place Max Wilscher Urology Resident Research Award from the New England Section of the American Urological Association, and a Service Award from the Boston Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
In addition to his clinical pursuits, Dr. Shappley maintains an active interest in urologic research and resident education. He is a regular participant in teaching conferences for the University of Tennessee urology residency training program. His research has been published in a variety of medical publications, including the Journal of Clinical Oncology, the Journal of Urology, and UpToDate. He has made presentations at the American Society of Clinical Oncology Genitourinary Cancer Symposium, the American Urological Association national meeting, and the New England Section meeting of the American Urological Association. He maintains active membership in the American Urological Association, the American Medical Association, the Memphis Medical Society, and the Southeastern Section of the American Urological Association. He has served on numerous local hospital and surgery center executive committees and governing boards.
Dr. Shappley is trained in a variety of surgical techniques, including robotic, laparoscopic, and endoscopic surgery, as well as various procedures for all urologic subspecialties. While his practice provides treatment for all aspects of general urology, Dr. Shappley carries significant personal and research interest in urinary stone disease, urologic oncology (including prostate, renal, bladder, and testicular cancer), male infertility, BPH, voiding dysfunction, erectile dysfunction, and female urology. Dr. Shappley holds active staff appointments in the Baptist, Methodist, and Saint Francis healthcare systems, including the capacity for inpatient, operative, and outpatient care. He also holds operating privileges at Methodist Germantown Surgery Center, the UroCenter, Saint Francis Surgery Center, and Wolf River Surgery Center.
Dr Rusty Shappley and his team of nurses are the VERY BEST! Appreciate his kindness and knowledge !
Explain’s everything well
Rusty was professional, knowledgeable, and made things very simple to understand. Highly recommend!
Great dr. Caring and compassionate
Waited over an hour before I was called- as did many others. Need to work on more time sensitive scheduling.
Exceptional!! Great Physician!! Very Very Pleased!!
Great
My visit was great, everyone one was very professional and very polite. Doctor was very informative and answers all my questions. I would like to thank everyone.
Very knowledgeable doctor on prostate health,been seeing him since 2014 wouldn't trust any other doctor,if you're having prostate issues I would recommend seeing him
In and out in 20 minutes and everyone was very nice and courteous.