4.6
7 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Jerry Shields specializes in oncology, ophthalmology, and pathology, bringing together expertise in cancer care and eye health. He earned his medical degree from the University of Michigan Medical School and completed his residency at United States Air Force Base Hospital. With an impressive 62 years of practice, Dr. Shields has developed extensive experience treating complex conditions that require specialized knowledge across multiple medical disciplines. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Shields practices at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and maintains offices in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions including eye cancer, glaucoma, and posterior vitreous detachment. His procedural expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor various eye diseases. Patients rate Dr. Shields 4.6 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
Dr. Shields practices at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and maintains offices in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He focuses on treating serious eye conditions including eye cancer, glaucoma, and posterior vitreous detachment. His procedural expertise includes performing comprehensive eye exams, retinal imaging, and optical coherence tomography to diagnose and monitor various eye diseases. Patients rate Dr. Shields 4.6 out of 5 stars on average for his care.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 62 years of experience
- 11 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- United States Air Force Base Hospital
- 3 specialties
- 38 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Jerry Allen Shields has 2 locationsShields And Shields Pc
840 Walnut St Ste 1440Philadelphia, PA 19107 Tel: (215) 928-3105
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Wills Eye Hospital
840 Walnut StPhiladelphia, PA 19107 Tel: (215) 928-3100
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Oncology | Oncology | Oncology | Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 62 Years of Experience | 17 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | |||
| Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA |
| Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School | Med School: Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine | Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jerry Allen Shields
Medical Specialties
Dr. Jerry Allen Shields has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Jerry Allen Shields has the following 38 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
62 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
United States Air Force Base Hospital
Medical School
University Of Michigan Medical SchoolGraduated in 1964
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- Dr. Jerry Shields's office is located at 840 Walnut St Ste 1440, Philadelphia, PA, 19107.
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- Dr. Jerry Shields is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.
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