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Summary
Dr. Christopher Shields is an internal medicine physician with additional expertise in emergency medicine, bringing 45 years of clinical experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Central Del Este (UCE) Facultad De Medicina, establishing a strong foundation for his dual-specialty practice that combines the comprehensive care of internal medicine with the acute care skills of emergency medicine.
Dr. Shields practices in Bronx, New York, where he focuses on treating conditions such as falls, hip osteoarthritis, and general osteoarthritis. His expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures like extremity X-rays, CT scans of the bones, and arthrograms to help diagnose and monitor joint and bone conditions. These imaging capabilities allow him to provide thorough evaluation and treatment planning for patients experiencing musculoskeletal concerns.
Dr. Shields practices in Bronx, New York, where he focuses on treating conditions such as falls, hip osteoarthritis, and general osteoarthritis. His expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures like extremity X-rays, CT scans of the bones, and arthrograms to help diagnose and monitor joint and bone conditions. These imaging capabilities allow him to provide thorough evaluation and treatment planning for patients experiencing musculoskeletal concerns.
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Quick Facts
- 45 years of experience
- 9 insurance plans accepted
- Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina
- 2 specialties
- 4 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 office location
- Male
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 45 Years of Experience | 22 Years of Experience | 38 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Arabic | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | |
| Bronx , NY | Astoria , NY | New York , NY | Bronx , NY |
| Med School: Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Forest Hills | Med School: University Of Belgrade Faculty Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Toledo College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher P Shields
Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher P Shields has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher P Shields has the following 4 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
45 Years Experience
Dr. Christopher P Shields holds an active medical license in the state of New York.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Universidad Central Del Este (Uce) Facultad De Medicina in 1981.
NPI Number
Dr. Shields' NPI number is 1851431381.
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- Dr. Christopher Shields's office is located at 243 E 149th St, Bronx, NY, 10451.
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