Summary

Dr. Thomas Shields is a gastroenterologist with a specialty focus in pediatrics who has dedicated 18 years to caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Central del Caribe in Bayamon, Puerto Rico, and completed his residency at St. Christopher's Hospital for Children. Dr. Shields furthered his training through a fellowship at the University of Rochester Medical Center, which strengthened his expertise in pediatric gastroenterology. He provides care in English to families throughout the region.

Dr. Shields practices at UMass Memorial Medical Center, with locations in Worcester and Northborough. He specializes in helping infants and children with feeding disorders and works closely with families dealing with picky eaters. Dr. Shields also provides comprehensive care for children experiencing failure to thrive, helping them achieve healthy growth and development. His diagnostic approach includes specialized blood tests and celiac disease antibody testing to identify underlying conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shields highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 18 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Rochester Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas M Shields has 2 locations

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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18 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Worcester , MASACRAMENTO , CAMontgomery , ALSACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Universidad Central del Caribe, Bayamon, PR Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Georgia State University Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas M Shields

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • BMC HealthNet Plan
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health New England
  • Integra
  • MassHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Trusted Health Plan
  • Trusted Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UniCare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas M Shields has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas M Shields has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Rochester Medical Center

Residency

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

Medical School

Universidad Central del Caribe, Bayamon, PRGraduated in 2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Thomas Shields speak?
Dr. Thomas Shields speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Shields?
You can find contact information for Dr. Thomas Shields here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Thomas Shields's office located?
Dr. Thomas Shields's office is located at 55 Lake Ave N, Worcester, MA, 01655.
Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Shields affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Shields is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center.
Does Dr. Thomas Shields accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Thomas Shields accepts on their Vitals profile.

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