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Dr. Stephen Shields, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 70
Dr. Stephen Shields, MD
4.5 (20 Ratings)

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Dr. Stephen Shields, MD is an Internist in Clearwater, FL.
Dr. Stephen Shields, MD
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Dr. Stephen Shields, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 70
Clearwater, FL
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Stephen Shields, MD is an Internist in Clearwater, FL.

About

Dr. Shields graduated from Universidad Central del Este Escuela de Medicina in 1981 and completed a residency at Conemaugh Valley Mem Hospital.Dr. Stephen Shields, MD is an Internist in Clearwater, FL and has 43 years experience. Dr. Shields currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital. Dr. Shields has experience treating conditions like Acute Lower Respiratory Infection and Acute Bronchitis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Shields received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Shields' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shields also speaks Spanish. Dr. Shields accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Bronchitis
Wellness Examination
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Bronchitis
Wellness Examination
Thrush
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Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Joint Pain
Muscle Spasm
Urinary Incontinence
Venous Embolism and Thrombosis
Adult Failure to Thrive
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Asphyxia and Hypoxemia
Black Hairy Tongue
Cachexia
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Constipation
Dehydration
Familial Hypercholesterolemia
Fever
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Foot Infection
Herpes Zoster Without Complication
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Leukocytopenia
Limb Pain
Muscle Cramping
Nail Infection
Nausea
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Pharyngitis
Secondary Hypertension
Shortness of Breath
Tobacco Use Disorder
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Fecal Occult Blood Test for Colorectal Cancer
Immunization Administration
Abdominal Pain
Abnormal Thyroid
Achilles Tendinitis
Acidosis
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Actinic Keratosis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
ADHD and-or ADD
Administrative Physical
Alkalosis
All Types of Food Poisoning
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anaphylactic Food Allergies
Anaphylaxis
Anemia
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Animal Allergies
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Asymptomatic Post-Menopausal Status
Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Athlete's Foot
Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Autoimmune Diseases
Back Pain
Balanitis
Balanoposthitis
Bedsores
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Bedwetting
Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Atony
Bladder Infection
Blepharitis
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Bronchospasm
Bruise of Face, Scalp, or Neck
Burn Injuries
Bursitis
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Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Candidiasis of Skin and Nails
Canker Sore
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Celiac Disease
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chest Wall Pain Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Venous Embolism Thrombosis
Cluster Headache
Cold Sore
Confusion
Congestive Heart Failure
Contact Dermatitis
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dermatitis Due to Drugs
Dermatitis Due to Substances Taken Internally
Diabetes
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Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Diabetic Polyneuropathy
Diaper Rash
Diarrhea
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Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Down Syndrome
Dry Eyes
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Dry Skin
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Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eczema and Contact Dermatitis
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Esophagitis
Essential Tremor
Fibromyalgia
Food Poisoning
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastroparesis
Gastroptosis
Gout
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Hair Loss
Hammer Toe
Headache
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Heart Disease
Heart Palpitations
Heartburn
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Herpes Simplex Infection
Hip Pointer
Histoplasmosis
Hives
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Hydrocele
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Hypoxemia
Indigestion
Influenza (Flu)
Ingrown Nail
Insomnia
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Interstitial Cystitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iodine Deficiency
Iron Metabolism Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Itchy Skin
Kidney Infection
Knee Sprain
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Lichen Simplex Chronicus
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Lymphangitis
Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Mastodynia
Menopausal and Postmenopausal Disorders
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Moles (Benign Skin Lesions)
Muscle Weakness
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Neurogenic Bladder
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Nosebleed
Obesity
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Onychomycosis
Orchitis
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Otitis Media
Outer Ear Infection
Overactive Bladder
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peptic Ulcer
Pericardial Disease
Perimenopause
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Phosphorus Metabolism Disorders
Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis)
Plantar Fasciitis
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyneuropathy
Polyuria
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Postnasal Drip
Prostatitis
Proteinuria
Pulmonary Disease
Pulmonary Hypertension
Purpura
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Radiculopathy
Rash
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Raynaud's Disease
Reflux Esophagitis
Restless Leg Syndrome
Rhabdomyolysis
Ringworm
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Rosacea
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Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sarcoidosis
Scabies
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Sciatica
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Sebaceous Cysts
Seborrheic Dermatitis
Second-Degree Burns
Secondary Diabetes Mellitus
Shingles
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Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sinusitis
Skin Ulcer
Sleep Apnea
Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Strep Throat
Stye
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Swimmer's Ear
Swine Flu
Symptomatic Menopause
Syncope
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Testicular Dysfunction
Throat Pain
Thyroid Goiter
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Torticollis
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Tremor
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Urinary Hesitancy
Urinary Stones
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Varicose Eczema
Vascular Disease
Venous Compression
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Enteritis
Viral Infection
Vitamin B Deficiency
Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Vitamin D Deficiency
Warts
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Wheezing
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Wrist Sprain or Strain
Yeast Infections
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Diabetes Counseling
Human Papillomavirus DNA Testing
Immunization
Lavage
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Pap Smear
Physical Examination
Ultrasound, Bladder
Urinalysis
Vaccination

Insurance Accepted

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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
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Locations

  1. 1 Stephen J. Shields MD PA
    1211 Reynolds Ave Ste B, Clearwater, FL 33756
    Monday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:30 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:30 - 14:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shields
4.5
Based on 20 Reviews
5 Stars (16)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (2)

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Dec 06, 2022
Always listens and comes up with a solution to whatever is ailing you!
Nicholas Vitale — Dec 06, 2022
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Languages Spoken
Spanish
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Universidad Central del Este Escuela de Medicina
    1981
Medical Education

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Conemaugh Valley Mem Hospital
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Stephen Shields, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shields' profile.

Dr. Shields frequently treats the following conditions: Acute Lower Respiratory Infection and Acute Bronchitis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Stephen Shields, MD is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital and St. Joseph's Hospital.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Morton Plant Hospital

    300 Pinellas St, Clearwater, FL

  • St. Joseph's Hospital

    3001 W Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tampa, FL