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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Knowledgeable, efficient and attentive.
(3 days ago)
Dec-2025
Excellent communication skills. Courteous, confident and respectful to patients. Great experience from the beginning check-in to scheduling after.
(6 days ago)
Dec-2025
A most productive and enjoyable experience.
(2 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Great doctor. Took his time. Explained treatment throughly. Answered all questions.
(3 weeks ago)
Nov-2025
Rusty is an amazing Physician and Human. Thanks for walking me through it and being an amazing person
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Wm. V. Shappley “Rusty” is tha Best Urologist in the region.
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Rusty is the GOAT!
(1 month ago)
Nov-2025
Very professional and friendly. Gave a lot of info and answered any questions with confidence. I have a procedure scheduled with "rusty" and he made me feel very comfortable with it.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Straight forward and to the point. I always know what’s happening with my care under Dr. Shappley!
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Rusty is the best. Straight forward and no BS.
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
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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.
Knowledgeable, efficient and attentive.
Excellent communication skills. Courteous, confident and respectful to patients. Great experience from the beginning check-in to scheduling after.
A most productive and enjoyable experience.
Great doctor. Took his time. Explained treatment throughly. Answered all questions.
Rusty is an amazing Physician and Human. Thanks for walking me through it and being an amazing person
Wm. V. Shappley “Rusty” is tha Best Urologist in the region.
Rusty is the GOAT!
Very professional and friendly. Gave a lot of info and answered any questions with confidence. I have a procedure scheduled with "rusty" and he made me feel very comfortable with it.
Straight forward and to the point. I always know what’s happening with my care under Dr. Shappley!
Dr Rusty is the best. Straight forward and no BS.