About

Christopher B. Shields, M.D., is board certified in neurological surgery and specializes in neurosurgery and spine surgery. Training: • Medical Education: Doctor of Medicine - University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine (1966) • Fellowship: Neurological Surgery - University of Vermont College of Medicine (1974)

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Expertise

Education

  • University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine

    Medical Education, Doctor of Medicine, 1966

  • University of Vermont College of Medicine

    Fellowship, Neurological Surgery, 1974


Age Groups Seen

Age Groups Seen
Adults
Languages
English
Gender
Male

Reviews

4.50 out of 5 4.5 of 5 stars — 159 Ratings, 34 Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

provider listened carefully 4.50 out of 5 (4.5)
provider gave easy to understand instruction 4.60 out of 5 (4.6)
provider knew important medical history 4.50 out of 5 (4.5)
provider showed concern 4.60 out of 5 (4.6)
provider spent enough time with you 4.50 out of 5 (4.5)
provider rating 4.60 out of 5 (4.6)
provider explained things clearly 4.60 out of 5 (4.6)
likelihood of recommending this provider 4.50 out of 5 (4.5)
provider included you in decisions 4.50 out of 5 (4.5)
provider showed respect for what you said 4.60 out of 5 (4.6)
provider discussed treatment options 4.50 out of 5 (4.5)

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/16/2026

Dr. Shields was very thorough . He had reviewed my MRI and understood the problem I had. He asked me to go through the entire timeline of my spinal Issues and answered all of my questions.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/15/2026

Good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/12/2026

Good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/12/2026

Finally someone listens, genuinely cares and provides treatment to help with pain. If current treatment not working then next steps.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/10/2026

Good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 06/05/2026

Fine

4.00 out of 5 4.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/20/2026

Dr. Sheilds was very professional and have good bedside manners. He seems to care and listen. He preformed my previous surgery and he did an excellent job. I say after praying he was God sent.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 02/20/2026

Dr shields is the very best orthopedic surgeon in kentucky. I am very lucky to be in his care.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/28/2026

Trinity Gilmore ARNP and Dr. Christopher Shields are both awesome and very knowledgeable about their disciplines

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 01/04/2026

He seemed concerned about my problems. AlsoOffered advice.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/31/2025

Very courteous and professional especially Elissa Stein very informative and helpful.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/18/2025

Dr Shields is very well spoken and easy to understand. Makes you feel at ease and valued.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/14/2025

Dr. Shields and everyone at Norton are top notch professionals.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 12/14/2025

Dr. Shields is an exceptional provider. Wonderful combination of knowledge, application, and excellent rapport with patients and staff.

4.00 out of 5 4.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/26/2025

Dr. Shields was very nice , and seemed to be knowledgeable.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/21/2025

Excelente

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/16/2025

First time visiting this facility and everyone was very nice.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/15/2025

From the time I walked in the door to the time I left everyone in there was very helpful knew what they were talking about and could explain it so I understood it

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/14/2025

Dr. Shields was very thorough and informative

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/07/2025

Very thorough. Asked questions I had not been asked before regarding my condition.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 11/05/2025

Very helful staff, professionalism was on display during vist

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/29/2025

Excellent physician. I recommend Dr Shields to everyone.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/09/2025

Very helpful

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 10/01/2025

Very prompt visit by Dr Shields. Friendly, neat staff.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/19/2025

Nortons is the Best!!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/09/2025

I was taken back to the exam room right away. And I'm not sure how long I had to wait to see the dr, but it wasn't too long. Everyone was so friendly and really put me at ease

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/09/2025

He's the best!!!!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 09/04/2025

Clear information

2.00 out of 5 2.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/30/2025

Wish he had of explained things better to me

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/17/2025

Dr. Shields and his staff are absolutely the best!

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/13/2025

He was great listened to what I was experiencing and gave me guidance and steps to take next

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/09/2025

Dr. Shields got right to the point and explain to me what I am dealing with from what he could see from the MRI.

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/06/2025

All the staff was very good

5.00 out of 5 5.0 out of 5

Reviewed on 08/06/2025

Todo bien gracias


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  • Anthem Kentucky Medicaid
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  • CareSource Indiana Medicaid
  • CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
  • Cigna
  • CorVel
  • Coventry
  • Encore
  • Essence
  • First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
  • UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
  • HealthSmart
  • Hosparus
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicaid
  • Indiana Medicare
  • Indiana Health Network
  • Kentucky Medicaid
  • Kentucky Medicare
  • MDwise
  • MHS
  • Molina Healthcare
  • MultiPlan
  • Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
  • Passport Marketplace
  • Provider Net/OMCA
  • Sagamore
  • Signature Advantage
  • SIHO
  • TRICARE Humana Military
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
  • United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
  • Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • WellCare
  • WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
  • WellCare Medicare
  • Wellpath
  • Workers’ Compensation
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