Summary

Dr. Kristie Shappell specializes in ophthalmology, focusing on comprehensive eye care and treatment of vision-related conditions. She earned her medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed her residency training at Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital. With 32 years of experience in eye care, Dr. Shappell has developed extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions. She provides care to patients in English.

Dr. Shappell practices at multiple locations, including Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center and Winnmed facilities in Decorah, Iowa and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Her clinical focus includes treating diabetic retinopathy and cataracts, along with comprehensive diabetic eye disease management. She performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate eye health. Dr. Shappell also provides anti-VEGF treatment for patients with certain retinal conditions. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • speaks English
  • Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kristie Karol Shappell has 5 locations

Gundersen Decorah Clinic

1830 State Highway 9Decorah, IA 52101

Gundersen La Crosse Clinic

1836 South AveLa Crosse, WI 54601
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

Winneshiek Medical Center

901 Montgomery StDecorah, IA 52101

Gundersen Eye Institute La Crosse

724 Denton St Fl 4La Crosse, WI 54601
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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Speaks English
Decorah , IAWaukon , IARochester , MNPEMBROKE PINES , FL
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: University Central Del Caribe School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kristie Karol Shappell

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kristie Karol Shappell has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kristie Karol Shappell 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

32 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Wisconsin, 2027, Active
Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital

Medical School

University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1994

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What languages does Dr. Kristie Shappell speak?
Dr. Kristie Shappell speaks English.
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Dr. Kristie Shappell's office is located at 1830 State Highway 9, Decorah, IA, 52101.
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