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Dr. Mark Shields, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 66
Dr. Mark Shields, MD
5.0 (66 Ratings)

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Dr. Mark Shields, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Laguna Hills, CA.
Dr. Mark Shields, MD
5.0 (66 Ratings)
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Dr. Mark Shields, MD

Internal Medicine* Age 66
Laguna Hills, CA
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Mark Shields, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Laguna Hills, CA.

About

Dr. Mark Shields, MD is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Laguna Hills, CA and has 32 years experience. They graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1992 and completed a residency at Huntington Memorial Hospital.They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center. At present, Dr. Shields received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 66 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Shields is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Explains Conditions Well

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Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Friendly Staff

Patients said the staff was friendly.

Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

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Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Advance Directive End of Life Planning
Arterial Blood Gas Test (ABG)
Care Coordination for Complex Conditions and Procedures
Constipation
Limb Pain
Electrocardiogram (EKG)
Immunization Administration
Wellness Examination
Abdominal Pain
Acidosis
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Acute Bronchitis
Acute Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Acute Kidney Infection
Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Acute Venous Embolism Thrombosis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anemia
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Anxiety
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Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Asthma
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Ataxia
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Atherosclerosis
Back Pain
Bedsores
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Benign Chronic Pain Syndrome
Bladder Infection
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Calcium Metabolism Disorders
Cellulitis
Chest Pain
Chronic Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Common Cold
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Cough
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Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Dehydration
Diabetes Type 2
Diabetes With Renal Manifestations
Difficulty With Walking
Dizziness
Dysentery
Dyslipidemia
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Emphysema
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Enteritis
Fever
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Gait Abnormality
Gastritis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Geriatric Diseases
Gout
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Headache
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Heart Disease
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hip Sprain
Hypercalcemia
Hyperkalemia
Hyperlipidemia
Hypertension
Hypogonadism
Hypokalemia
Hypotension
Hypotension (Excluding Maternal)
Hypothyroidism
Influenza (Flu)
Insomnia
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Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Joint Pain
Kidney Infection
Laryngitis
Leg and Foot Ulcers
Limb Swelling
Limb Swelling Caused by Fluid Overload
Lipid Disorders
Liver Damage from Alcohol
Low Back Pain
Low Blood Oxygen Level
Malaise and Fatigue
Malnutrition
Migraine
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Mineral Metabolism Disorders
Muscle Weakness
Mycobacterial Lung Infection
Nail and Nail Bed Infection
Nasopharyngitis
Nausea
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Neck Strain (incl. Whiplash Injury)
Neurogenic Bladder
Noninfectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
Obesity
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Osteoporosis
Overweight
Painful Urination (Dysuria)
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pericardial Disease
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Pneumonia
Pollen Allergy
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Polyuria
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Rash
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Restless Leg Syndrome
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shingles
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Shortness of Breath
Sinus Bradycardia
Sinus Tachycardia
Sleep Apnea
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Testicular Dysfunction
Thyroid Goiter
Tobacco Use Disorder
Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Venous Insufficiency
Vertigo
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Viral Hepatitis
Vitamin D Deficiency
Wheezing
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Cardiovascular Disease Counseling
Diabetes Counseling

Insurance Accepted

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  • Basic HMO
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Advantage-CA PPO
    Silver (CaliforniaCare HMO/ Small Grp) HMO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Priority Select HMO
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Cigna PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Choice Care PPO
  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Saddleback Medical Group Pathology Lab
    24221 Calle de la Louisa Ste 400, Laguna Hills, CA 92653

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shields
5.0
Based on 66 Reviews
5 Stars (65)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (0)

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Nov 16, 2022
Dr. Shields is very thorough and an outstanding doctor. He shows both interest and genuine concern for his patients.
— Nov 16, 2022
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • "Many outside factors influence the practice of medicine today.  It's very important to me that the fundamental relationship between the patient and physician, and the delivery of timely, appropriate and compassionate health-care, is not compromised." 

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Mark Shields, MD is an internal medicine specialist in Laguna Hills, CA and has over 31 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine in 1992. He specializes in Internal Medicine.
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Specialties*
Internal Medicine
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine
    1992
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Huntington Memorial Hospital
    1995
Residency Hospital
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Does Dr. Shields communicate via email?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Mark Shields, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Shields' profile.

Dr. Mark Shields, MD is affiliated with MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Mark Shields, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine.

Hospital Affiliations

  • MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center

    24451 Health Center Dr, Laguna Hills, CA