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Dr. Monica Shields graduated from Other in 2004.
Dr. Shields has two offices in Texas where she specializes in Cardiology and Internal Medicine. Learn more.
Dr. Shields works with three hundred and twenty-eight doctors including Dr. Hamisu Salihu and Dr. Jason Ahuero.
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Specialties
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Cardiology
Dr. Shields, a cardiologist in Houston, is trained to provide complete treatment for the heart and cardiovascular system. Dr. Shields may see patients for indicators of disease like breathlessness, dizziness or chest pains, among others. Heart ailments which can be identified and treated by a cardiologist can include heart failure, heart aneurysms, coronary artery disease, rheumatic heart disease, arrhythmia, angina and congenital heart defects, to name a few.
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Internal Medicine
The specialty of internal medicine is an area of primary care for adults. Dr. Shields specializes in diagnosing and treating cross-system illnesses that may affect multiple organ systems. When necessary, Dr. Shields also can refer patients to specialist physicians when medically needed. For instance, patients with severe kidney problems can be referred to a nephrologist for further medical tests or treatments.
Education & Training
Medical School
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Other
MD • 2004
Hospital Affiliations
- Chi St. Luke's Health Baylor College of Medicine Medical Center
Languages Spoken
- English