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Who is Dr. Shields, Physiatrist in Clarksville, TN?
Dr. John Shields, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Clarksville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Shields completed his residency at Denver Hlth Med Ctr. Dr. Shields is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shields’s office at (931) 552-6622.
Where did Dr. Shields go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Denver Hlth Med Ctr
What languages does Dr. Shields speak?
Dr. Shields and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Which procedures does Dr. Shields perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. John Shields may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shields' office.
Does Dr. Shields accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Shields' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Shields' office located?
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 1003852831.
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. John Shields's specialty?
Dr. Shields is a Physiatrist near Clarksville, TN. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Shields to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John 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 John Shields accepting new patients in Clarksville, TN?
Yes, Dr. John Shields is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Shields offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (931) 552-6622 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Shields?
Please contact Dr. Shields's office at (931) 552-6622 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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