Summary

Christopher Shields, M.D., earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto in Ontario, Canada. He completed his internship at St. Michael's Hospital at the University of Toronto and his residency at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg. Dr. Shields completed a fellowship in microvascular neurosurgery at the University of Vermont in Burlington. He is board certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, the American Board of Neurological Surgery, as well as several other professional medical associations
Our specialty practice is a part of Norton Medical Group, a multispecialty physician group at Norton Healthcare. Norton Medical Group currently includes providers who offer primary, specialty and urgent care services in locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Our practice is comprised of compassionate, skilled specialists who are committed to ensuring you receive the best care and have access to the latest medical technology and services.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 60 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Fletcher Allen Healthcare
  • 30 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Christopher B Shields has 3 locations

Norton Neuroscience Institute Neurology

4915 Norton Healthcare Blvd Ste 301Louisville, KY 40241

Norton Neuroscience Institute

157 Towne Drive Suite 102Elizabethtown, KY 42701

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Orthopedic SurgeryNeurological SurgeryHand SurgeryPediatrics
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60 Years of Experience 66 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Louisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher B Shields

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Corvel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • Wellcare
  • WellCare Medicare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christopher B Shields has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christopher B Shields has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Cancer
  • Brain Injuries
  • Brain Surgery
  • Brain Tumor
  • Craniotomy
  • Gamma Knife Surgery (Stereotactic Radiosurgery)
  • Glioblastoma
  • Herniated Disc
  • Laminectomy
  • Neurosurgery
  • Neurosurgical Procedures
  • Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal Cord Diseases
  • Spinal Cord Injuries
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Stroke
  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)

Certifications, License, & Education

60 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Kentucky, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Fletcher Allen Healthcare

Medical School

Univ Of Toronto Fac Of MedGraduated in 1966

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Shields affiliated with?
Dr. Christopher Shields is affiliated with Norton Hospital.
Does Dr. Christopher Shields accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Shields accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Christopher Shields speak?
Dr. Christopher Shields speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Shields?
You can find contact information for Dr. Christopher Shields here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Christopher Shields's office located?
Dr. Christopher Shields's office is located at 210 E Gray St Ste 1105, Louisville, KY, 40202.

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