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Lawrence Shields, MD736 E Park Avenue, Long Beach, NY 11561 map
As an osteopath, Dr. Shields treats patients similarly to other physicians, with additional emphasis on a hands-on, or manipulative, approach to treatment.
Lawrence Shields, MD
Accepting New Patients?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence W. Shields is accepting new patients at this office.
Phone
Fax
(516) 432-3151
Address
736 E Park Avenue, Long Beach, NY 11561
Office Details
Insurance Accepted
- Medicare
Bio
Dr. Shields has one office in New York where he specializes in Osteopathic Medicine.
Specialty
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Osteopathic Medicine
Dr. Lawrence Shields is trained to address a wide range of medical needs in patients through a more holistic approach to care. Osteopathic physicians (DO), also known as osteopaths, are trained in a similar fashion to medical doctors (MD), but are also trained in the use of osteopathic manipulative treatment, abbreviated as OMT. Osteopathic providers like Dr. Shields take a broader view of patient care, looking at factors like lifestyle choices, diet and exercise regimen.
Languages Spoken
- English
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