Summary

Dr. Jerry Shields is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and surgery. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University and completed his residency at the University of Washington. With 29 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Shields brings extensive expertise to treating a wide range of eye conditions. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Shields practices at multiple locations throughout the Seattle and Tacoma areas, including Seattle, Bonney Lake, Puyallup, University Place, Gig Harbor, and Auburn. His hospital affiliations include Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Allenmore Hospital, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, and Saint Joseph Medical Center. He specializes in treating cataracts, eye infections, and eyelid inflammation. Dr. Shields performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants to restore clear vision. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 29 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University of Washington
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 10 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Jerry Richard Shields has 10 locations

Seattle Eye Care

1600 E Jefferson St Ste 202Seattle, WA 98122
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cascade Eye And Skin Centers Pc

10004 204th Ave E Ste 1500Bonney Lake, WA 98391
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cascade Eye And Skin Centers Pc

11216 Sunrise Blvd E Ste 3-102Puyallup, WA 98374
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cascade Eye And Skin Centers Pc

5225 Cirque Dr W Ste 200University Place, WA 98467
Mon8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:15 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Multicare Tacoma General Hospital

315 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405

Multicare Allenmore Hospital

1901 S Union AveTacoma, WA 98405

Cascade Eye And Skin Centers Pc

4907 POINT FOSDICK DR STE E700GIG HARBOR, WA 98335
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Cascade Eye And Skin Centers Pc

205 10TH ST NE STE 119AUBURN, WA 98002
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Jerry Richard Shields, MDDr. William Patrick MulliganDr. Dong Dawn YangDr. Whitney Anne Lomazow
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.9 
4.2 
29 Years of Experience 70 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Seattle , WAShoreline , WASanta Barbara , CASeattle , WA
Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University Med School: McGill University Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jerry Richard Shields

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jerry Richard Shields has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jerry Richard Shields has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Washington

Medical School

Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta UniversityGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jerry Shields?
You can find contact information for Dr. Jerry Shields here on Vitals.
Where is Dr. Jerry Shields's office located?
Dr. Jerry Shields's office is located at 1600 E Jefferson St Ste 202, Seattle, WA, 98122.
Which hospitals is Dr. Jerry Shields affiliated with?
Dr. Jerry Shields is affiliated with Multicare Good Samaritan Hospital, Multicare Allenmore Hospital, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, and Saint Joseph Medical Center.
Does Dr. Jerry Shields accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Jerry Shields accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Jerry Shields speak?
Dr. Jerry Shields speaks English and Spanish.

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