Carol L. Shields
Expertise in
38
conditions

Dr. Carol L. Shields

Ophthalmology | Oncology
840 Walnut Street, Floor 10, 
Philadelphia, PA 
Clinical Trials:Currently Recruiting for 1 Trial
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
Expertise in
38
conditions
840 Walnut Street, Floor 10, 
Philadelphia, PA 

Overview

Carol Shields is an Oncologist and an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Dr. Shields is highly rated in 38 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Retinoblastoma, Melanoma of the Eye, Uveal Melanoma, Vitrectomy, and Iridectomy.

Dr. Shields is board certified in Ophthalmology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 935 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. Dr. Shields is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine

Residency

Wills Eye Hosp (HOSP CLOSED 7/13/06-NOW SURGI CTR)

Specialties

Ophthalmology
Oncology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in PA

Board Certifications

Ophthalmology

Fellowships

Moorfields Eye Hospital
Wills Eye Hosp (HOSP CLOSED 7/13/06-NOW SURGI CTR)

Hospital Affiliations

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Capital District Physicians Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Clover Health
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
HMSA
  • HMO
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medical Card System
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
MetLife
  • PPO
MVP Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Spectrum Priority Health
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Ophthalmology - Wills Eye Hospital
840 Walnut Street, Floor 10, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carol L. Shields

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carol L. Shields?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Carol L. Shields by calling their office at 215-928-3105. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Carol L. Shields a top-rated expert for Retinoblastoma?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carol L. Shields is classified as an Elite expert for Retinoblastoma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Carol L. Shields specialize in?

While Dr. Carol L. Shields is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Retinoblastoma, Melanoma of the Eye, and Uveal Melanoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Carol L. Shields accept my insurance?

Dr. Carol L. Shields accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-928-3105 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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