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Dr. Sondra Shields, MD
Saint Petersburg, FL
30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shields, Anesthesiologist in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Sondra Shields, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Petersburg, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Shields completed her residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Pain Management; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anesthesiology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Shields is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shields’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shields’s office at (727) 518-8660.
Where did Dr. Shields go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Pain Management; Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Anesthesiology; Brooke Army Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Is Dr. Shields board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sondra Shields, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Shields speak?
Dr. Shields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shields typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Shields diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Shields. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Shields typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sondra Shields may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Shields' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shields accept my insurance?
Dr. Shields accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 518-8660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shields accept in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Shields in Saint Petersburg, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shields' office located?
Dr. Sondra Shields' Primary Practice
560 Jackson St N Ste 200
Saint Petersburg, FL 33705
(727) 518-8660
What is Dr. Shields's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shields's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588681134.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shields?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shields
What is Dr. Sondra Shields's specialty?
Dr. Shields is a Anesthesiologist near Saint Petersburg, FL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Sondra Shields affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shields is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Sondra Shields accepting new patients in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Yes, Dr. Sondra Shields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sondra Shields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (727) 518-8660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sondra Shields?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (727) 518-8660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sondra Shields have?
Dr. Sondra Shields is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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