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Dr. Christopher Shields, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 83
Dr. Christopher Shields, MD
2.4 (38 Ratings)

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Dr. Christopher Shields, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Louisville, KY.
Dr. Christopher Shields, MD
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Dr. Christopher Shields, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 83
Louisville, KY
Accepting new patients
58 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Christopher Shields, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Louisville, KY.

About

Dr. Shields graduated from University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Christopher Shields, MD is a Neurosurgeon in Louisville, KY and has 58 years experience. Dr. Shields currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Norton Hospital. Dr. Shields has experience treating conditions like Thoracic Stenosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shields received an average rating of 2.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 38 times. Dr. Shields' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shields is board certified in Neurosurgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

Experience Check

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Thoracic Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Thoracic Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Thoracic Stenosis
Lamina Procedures (incl. Laminectomy, Laminoplasty, Laminotomy)
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Broken Neck
Cerebrovascular Disease
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Herniated Disc
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Radiculopathy
Scoliosis
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal Stenosis with Neurogenic Claudication
Spondylolisthesis
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Spinal Fusion
Aneurysm
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Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Bone Cancer
Brachial Plexus Palsy
Brain Abscess
Brain Aneurysm
Cancer of Cerebral Meninges
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
Chiari Malformation Type 1
Chiari Malformation Type 2
Chiari's Deformity
Chronic Neck Pain
Communicating Hydrocephalus
Compressed Spinal Cord
Cranial Trauma
Epilepsy
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Gait Abnormality
Hydrocephalus
Intracerebral Hemorrhage
Meningiomas
Myelitis
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Myelomalacia
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus
Pathological Spine Fracture
Pituitary Tumor
Polyneuropathy
Sciatica
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Secondary Malignancies
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylitis
Stroke
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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Subdural Hemorrhage
Syringomyelia
Tarlov Cyst
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Spine Myelopathy
Traumatic Brain Injury
Upper Back Pain
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Brain Surgery
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Shunt - Insertion, Repair or Removal
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Dural Repair or Other Spinal Cord Repair
EMG (Electromyography)
Herniated Disc Surgery
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laminoforaminotomy
Neuroplasty
Neurostimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Nerve Block

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medica Choice
    Nexus Open Access
    Navigate HMO
    Options PPO
    Navigate POS
    Choice Plus POS
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Open Access Plus
    Cigna PPO
  • Choice POS
    Norton Plus Just For Kids HMOx
    Choice Care Network PPO
    Preferred PPO
    HMO Premier HMO
    Choice Care PPO
  • Bronze Pathway X - KY HMO-POS
    HealthSync Options POS
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • APCN Open Access Aetna Select
    Aetna
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Open Choice PPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
  • Blue Network L
  • SIHO Network HMO
  • Blue Preferred Plus POS
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
  • Sagamore Plus PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Neurosurgical Institute of Kentucky
    210 E Gray St Ste 1105, Louisville, KY 40202
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (812) 941-8191
  2. 2 Stepworks Recovery Centers LLC
    2410 Ring Rd Ste 500, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (502) 583-1697
  3. 3 Norton Neuroscience Institute
    157 Towne Dr Ste 102, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (502) 583-1697
  4. 4 Norton Neurology Services
    4915 Norton Healthcare Blvd Ste 301, Louisville, KY 40241
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (502) 394-6460

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shields
2.4
Based on 38 Reviews
5 Stars (10)
4 Stars (3)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (22)

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Patient Reviews
Oct 21, 2022
I have only had one visit with Dr Shields at this time. We had a good conversation about my issues, his staff was very helpful and showed compassion. I will be having surgery and, as of right now, I have full confidence in Dr Shields. I’ll leave another review after recovery.
Tony Howard — Oct 21, 2022
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Specialties*
Neurosurgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine
    1966
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Christopher Shields, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shields' profile.

Dr. Christopher Shields, MD is affiliated with Norton Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Christopher Shields, MD holds board certification in Neurosurgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Norton Hospital

    200 E Chestnut St, Louisville, KY