Not accepting new patients
Dr. Carol L. Shields, MD
- Speaks
- English
Overview
Dr. Carol L. Shields is Chief of the Ocular Oncology Service at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia and professor of ophthalmology at Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. With Dr. Jerry A. Shields she built one of the largest eye cancer centres in the world.
She diagnoses and treats tumours of the eye and its surrounding tissues in children and adults, including retinoblastoma, uveal melanoma, choroidal nevus, conjunctival tumours and eyelid tumours. Her team has published thousands of scientific papers and widely used textbooks and atlases on eye tumours, and has helped advance treatments such as intra-arterial chemotherapy for retinoblastoma and plaque radiotherapy for melanoma.
Families and adult patients are referred to her from around the world for a second opinion on a suspicious spot or a confirmed eye tumour.
- Languages
- English
- Gender
- Female
- Video visits
- In person only
- Phone
- (215) 928-3000
Expertise
Specialties
Focus Areas
Conditions Treated
- Uveal (choroidal) melanoma
- Retinoblastoma
- Choroidal nevus
- Conjunctival tumors
- Eyelid tumors
- Choroidal hemangioma
- Ocular lymphoma
Procedures Performed
- Plaque radiotherapy
- Intra-arterial chemotherapy for retinoblastoma
- Transpupillary thermotherapy
- Fine needle aspiration biopsy
- Local tumor resection
- Cryotherapy
- Photodynamic therapy
Insurance & Fees
Insurance networks differ by office and plan. Call the office to confirm that your plan is accepted before your visit.
Insurance networks change. Confirm coverage with your insurance company before your visit.
Location
Hospital Affiliations
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Wills Eye Hospital
Medical staff, Philadelphia, PA
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Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Teaching faculty, Philadelphia, PA
Questions Patients Ask
How do I book an appointment with Dr. Carol L. Shields?
Call Wills Eye Hospital, Ocular Oncology Service at (215) 928-3000 to book or to ask about availability. New patients may be asked for a referral and recent eye records, and you should confirm insurance coverage when you call.
What should I bring to my first visit with Dr. Carol L. Shields?
Bring your photo ID and insurance card, a list of your medicines and eye drops, your current glasses or contact lenses, and any previous eye test results or imaging. Your eyes may be dilated, so plan for a driver if needed.
What does Dr. Carol L. Shields specialize in?
Dr. Carol L. Shields practices Ocular Oncology, Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Surgery. Focus areas include Uveal melanoma, Retinoblastoma, Eye and eyelid tumors and Conjunctival tumors.
Where does Dr. Carol L. Shields practice?
Dr. Carol L. Shields sees patients at Wills Eye Hospital, Ocular Oncology Service, 840 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107.
Is Dr. Carol L. Shields accepting new patients?
Dr. Carol L. Shields is seeing existing patients only right now.
What languages does Dr. Carol L. Shields speak?
Dr. Carol L. Shields speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Carol L. Shields affiliated with?
Dr. Carol L. Shields is affiliated with Wills Eye Hospital and Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University.
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