Summary

Dr. Christopher Shields has practiced orthopedic surgery and neurosurgery for 60 years and is affiliated with Norton Hospital. He treats abnormal vertebrae, absent vertebrae, and accessory nerve disease. Dr. Shields completed his residency at Fletcher Allen Healthcare and sees patients in Louisville and Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

Overview based on verified provider data

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
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Christopher B Shields has 3 locations

Norton Neuroscience Institute - Neurosurgery

210 E Gray St Ste 1105Louisville, KY 40202
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Norton Neuroscience Institute Neurology

4915 Norton Healthcare Blvd Ste 301Louisville, KY 40241
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Norton Neuroscience Institute

157 Towne Drive Suite 102Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Christopher B Shields, MDDr. John Eric Lindner, MDDr. Denise Michelle HagerDr. William Murat Renda, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.2 
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3.3 
60 Years of Experience 39 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Louisville , KYJeffersonville , INLouisville , KYLouisville , KY
Med School: Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Christopher B Shields has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

Christopher B Shields holds an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Kentucky that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Fletcher Allen Healthcare.

Medical School

Graduated from Univ Of Toronto Fac Of Med in 1966.

NPI Number

Christopher B Shields' NPI number is 1639168313.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Christopher Shields speak?
Christopher Shields speaks English.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Shields?
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Does Christopher Shields accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Christopher Shields has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Christopher Shields's office located?
Christopher Shields's office is located at 210 E Gray St Ste 1105, Louisville, KY, 40202.
Which hospitals is Christopher Shields affiliated with?
Christopher Shields is affiliated with Norton Hospital.

Data Sources

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  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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