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Dr. Clarence Shields Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 84
Dr. Clarence Shields Jr, MD
4.8 (24 Ratings)
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Dr. Clarence Shields Jr, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA.
Dr. Clarence Shields Jr, MD
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Dr. Clarence Shields Jr, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 84
Los Angeles, CA
Accepting new patients
59 years of experience
Dr. Clarence Shields Jr, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA.

About

Dr. Shields Jr graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1966 and completed a residency at La Co-Usc Medical Center. Dr. Clarence Shields Jr, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA and has 59 years experience. Dr. Shields Jr currently practices at Cedars-Sinai Kerlan-Jobe Institute - Howard Hughes Center/LAX and are affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. At present, Dr. Shields Jr received an average rating of 4.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 24 times. Dr. Shields Jr' office accepts new patients. Dr. Shields Jr is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis
Back Pain
Cervical Radiculopathy
Chondromalacia
Difficulty With Walking
Gait Abnormality
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Internal Derangement of Knee
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Low Back Pain
Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Meniscus Tear
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Radiculopathy
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Torticollis
Trigger Finger
Arthrocentesis
Joint Drainage
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Steroid Injection

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4.8
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Patient Reviews
Feb 26, 2025
Dr Shields has left the building, but he leaves behind a huge followers that dearly love him. We commend & Honor you Dr C Shields for all your wonderful work & diligence in making sure your patients are in good hands. Thank you for taking such good care of my crazy knees since 2008. And although i know you shared your exquisite knowledge with New fellow physicians...Kerlan & Jobe will never be the same without your charm, smile & gentle voice. Trust me, it made a huge difference in all our lives & the youth.. cheers to your retirement & new life of travel.. ?????????? Traci, Kim & Carla
Traci Nelson Entertainment — Feb 26, 2025
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Creighton University School of Medicine
    1966
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
    1967
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • La Co-Usc Medical Center
    1973
Residency Hospital
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Dr. Clarence Shields Jr, MD is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Clarence Shields Jr, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    8700 Beverly Blvd, West Hollywood, CA