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Dr. Stephen Shield, MD

Dr. Stephen Shield, MD

Allergy*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Stephen Shield, MD is an allergist in Newport News, VA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shield has extensive experience in Environmental Allergies and Food & Drug Allergies. He graduated from E VA Medical School OF M C OF HAMPTON RDS in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center and Rappahannock General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads

895 City Center Blvd Ste 302 Newport News, VA 23606
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Shield specializes in the area of Allergy & Immunology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Shield's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shield

4.6

20 ratings, 13 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Michele Saucier – Jul 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dustin larwa – Feb 28, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 29, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Steven Gilchrist – Jan 10, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 31, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Duncan Evans – Dec 31, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Richard Mellor – Dec 31, 2019
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What could be improved
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Dec 04, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Norfolk, VA – Sep 21, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Ch?ri Parker in Williamsburg, VA – Jun 30, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kathy in Williamsburg, VA – Apr 13, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Amy in Williamsburg, VA – Mar 30, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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PDL in Williamsburg, VA – Jan 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Shield grew up in Newport News with severe asthma. His experiences with the wonderful doctors and nurses who took great care of him during those difficult times stimulated his interest in medicine, so it was only natural that he chose a career...read more

biography

Dr. Shield grew up in Newport News with severe asthma. His experiences with the wonderful doctors and nurses who took great care of him during those difficult times stimu
  • Allergy

  • Allergy & Immunology

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  • University Tenn

    Fellowship Hospital, 1993
  • University Ala

    Residency Hospital, 1991
  • E Va Medical School Of M C Of Hampton Rds

    Medical School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Allergy & Immunology®
Allergy & Immunology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads

Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads895 City Center Blvd Ste 302 Newport News, VA 23606
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Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads2453 Pruden Blvd Suffolk, VA 23434
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Allergy Partners of Hampton Roads1144 Professional Dr Williamsburg, VA 23185
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center

    100 Sentara Cir
    Williamsburg, VA 23188
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Riverside Regional Medical Center

    500 J Clyde Morris Blvd
    Newport News, VA 23601

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Rappahannock General Hospital

    101 Harris Rd
    Kilmarnock, VA 22482

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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