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Summary
Dr. James Shepherd is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist with 38 years of experience caring for women throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and beyond. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Cook County Hospital, where he developed expertise in managing complex obstetric cases.
Based in Urbana, Illinois, Dr. Shepherd specializes in high-risk pregnancies and pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia. His practice focuses on comprehensive prenatal care, including nonstress testing to monitor fetal well-being. He also provides emergency obstetric care and performs cesarean sections when medically necessary for the safety of mother and baby.
Based in Urbana, Illinois, Dr. Shepherd specializes in high-risk pregnancies and pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia. His practice focuses on comprehensive prenatal care, including nonstress testing to monitor fetal well-being. He also provides emergency obstetric care and performs cesarean sections when medically necessary for the safety of mother and baby.
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Quick Facts
- 38 years of experience
- 6 insurance plans accepted
- Cook County Hospital
- 1 specialty
- 11 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Dr. James Leon Shepherd
602 W University AveUrbana, IL 61801Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm
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| Obstetrics & Gynecology | Obstetrics & Gynecology | Obstetrics & Gynecology | Obstetrics & Gynecology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 38 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish, Russian | Speaks Spanish, English | ||
| Urbana , IL | OAK PARK , IL | Champaign , IL | Champaign , IL |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina | Med School: Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine | Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Leon Shepherd
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Leon Shepherd has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Leon Shepherd has the following 11 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Dr. James Leon Shepherd holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Cook County Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Shepherd's NPI number is 1821198094.
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- Where is Dr. James Shepherd's office located?
- Dr. James Shepherd's office is located at 602 W University Ave, Urbana, IL, 61801.
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