
Overview
Carolyn Shima is a Psychiatrist practicing medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Antisocial Personality Disorder.
Dr. Shima is board certified in Forensic Psychiatry and Psychiatry. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shima is currently accepting new patients.
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
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- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
5815 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL 60637
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carolyn K. Shima
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carolyn K. Shima?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Carolyn K. Shima by calling their office at 888-824-0200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Carolyn K. Shima a top-rated expert for Schizoaffective Disorder?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carolyn K. Shima is classified as an Experienced expert for Schizoaffective Disorder, 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. Carolyn K. Shima specialize in?
While Dr. Carolyn K. Shima is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Antisocial Personality Disorder. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Dr. Carolyn K. Shima participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Carolyn K. Shima has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Schizoaffective Disorder. You can view a list of Dr. Carolyn K. Shima's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Carolyn K. Shima accept my insurance?
Dr. Carolyn K. Shima accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-824-0200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Antisocial Personality DisorderDr. Shima isExperienced. Learn about Antisocial Personality Disorder.
- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Shima isExperienced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Schizoaffective DisorderDr. Shima isExperienced. Learn about Schizoaffective Disorder.


