Overview
Monica Shields is a Cardiologist in Houston, Texas. Her top areas of expertise are SVC Obstruction, Pulmonary Edema, Heart Failure, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- MEDICARE MAPD
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- EPO
- HMO
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
6560 Fannin St Ste 1160, Houston, TX 77030
11476 Space Center Blvd Ste 100, Houston, TX 77059
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. Monica Shields
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Monica Shields?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Monica Shields by calling their office at 713-594-1006. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Monica Shields a top-rated expert for SVC Obstruction?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Monica Shields is classified as an Experienced expert for SVC Obstruction, 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. Monica Shields specialize in?
While Dr. Monica Shields is a Cardiology, they have specific expertise in SVC Obstruction, Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Cardiology.
Does Dr. Monica Shields participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Monica Shields has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like SVC Obstruction. You can view a list of Dr. Monica Shields's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Monica Shields accept my insurance?
Dr. Monica Shields accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-594-1006 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
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