Summary

Dr. David Shields specializes in internal medicine, bringing 28 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Lehigh Valley Health Network in 2001. Dr. Shields holds board certification in internal medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Shields practices at Saint Lukes University Hospital Bethlehem and sees patients at St. Luke's Medical Associates in Bethlehem, PA. His expertise includes managing high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, conditions that require careful monitoring and treatment. He incorporates physical therapy and strength training into treatment plans when appropriate to help patients achieve better health outcomes. Patients have given Dr. Shields an average rating of 4.1 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 28 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Lehigh Valley Health Network
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

St. Luke's Medical Associates of Bethlehem

4311 Easton AveBethlehem, PA 18020
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English Speaks English Speaks English
Bethlehem , PAWARREN , NJDu Bois , PAElizabethtown , PA
Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: Guangdong Pharmaceutical University Med School: Ohio University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. David A Shields

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Geisinger Health Plan - PPO
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • HealthPartners
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Magellan Health
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • US Family Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. David A Shields has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. David A Shields has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Internal Medicine

Internal medicine

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lehigh Valley Health Network2001

Medical School

Drexel University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Dr. David Shields speaks English.
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