Laurence E. Shields
Expertise in
1
conditions

Dr. Laurence E. Shields

Obstetrics and Gynecology | Neonatology
116 S Palisade Dr, Suite 103, 
Santa Maria, CA 
Accepting New Patients
Referral may be required
Expertise in
1
conditions
116 S Palisade Dr, Suite 103, 
Santa Maria, CA 

Overview

Laurence Shields is a Neonatologist and an Obstetrics and Gynecologist practicing medicine in Santa Maria, California.

Dr. Shields is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Eclampsia, Preeclampsia, Gestational Diabetes, and Erb's Palsy.

Dr. Shields is board certified in OB & Gyn (Sub: Maternal And Fetal Medicine) and Obstetrics & Gynecology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 26 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Shields is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Texas At San Antonio

Residency

University of Texas Health System-San Antonio GME

Specialties

Obstetrics and Gynecology
Neonatology

Licenses

Obstetrics & Gynecology in CA

Board Certifications

OB & Gyn (Sub: Maternal And Fetal Medicine)
Obstetrics & Gynecology

Fellowships

Univ of California San Diego School of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Arroyo Grande Community Hospital
French Hospital Medical Center
Marian Regional Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Perinatal Care - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA
116 S Palisade Dr, Suite 103, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Laurence E. Shields

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laurence E. Shields?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Laurence E. Shields by calling their office at 805-922-8006. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Laurence E. Shields a top-rated expert for Eclampsia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laurence E. Shields is classified as an Advanced expert for Eclampsia, 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. Laurence E. Shields specialize in?

While Dr. Laurence E. Shields is a Obstetrics and Gynecology, they have specific expertise in Eclampsia, Preeclampsia, and Gestational Diabetes. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Does Dr. Laurence E. Shields accept my insurance?

Dr. Laurence E. Shields accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-922-8006 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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