
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Christopher B Shields
Years In Practice
43
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
Christopher Shields, M.D., earned his medical degree from the University of Toronto in Ontario, Canada. He completed his internship at St. Michael's Hospital at the University of Toronto and his residency at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg. Dr. Shields completed a fellowship in microvascular neurosurgery at the University of Vermont in Burlington. He is board certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, the American Board of Neurological Surgery, as well as several other professional medical associations
Our specialty practice is a part of Norton Medical Group, a multispecialty physician group at Norton Healthcare. Norton Medical Group currently includes providers who offer primary, specialty and urgent care services in locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana. Our practice is comprised of compassionate, skilled specialists who are committed to ensuring you receive the best care and have access to the latest medical technology and services.
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Locations
- Norton Neuroscience Institute
- 157 Towne Drive, Suite 102, Elizabethtown, KY 42701
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-583-1697
- fax: 502-583-2120
- Norton Neuroscience Institute - Neurosurgery
- 210 East Gray Street, Suite 1105, Louisville, KY 40202
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-583-1697
- fax: 502-583-2120
- Norton Neuroscience Institute Neurology
- 4915 Norton Healthcare Boulevard, Suite 301, Louisville, KY 40241
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-394-6460
- fax: 502-394-6465
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Vermont College of Medicine, Neurological Surgery, 1974
- Medical Education: University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 1966
Board Certifications
- Neurological Surgery: American Board of Neurological Surgery, 1976
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Ambetter from MHS
- Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
- Anthem
- Anthem Indiana Medicaid
- Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
- Anthem Pathway
- Anthem Pathway Transition
- CareSource Indiana Medicaid
- CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
- Cigna
- CorVel
- Coventry
- Encore
- Essence
- First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
- HealthSmart
- Hosparus
- Humana Medicaid
- Humana Medicare
- Indiana Health Network
- Indiana Medicaid
- Indiana Medicare
- 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
- UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
- Veterans Affairs (VA)
- WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
- WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
- Wellpath
- Workers’ Compensation
Ratings & Reviews
4.6 out of 5
192 ratings, 46 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Dr shields is the very best orthopedic surgeon in kentucky. I am very lucky to be in his care.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
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 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Trinity Gilmore ARNP and Dr. Christopher Shields are both awesome and very knowledgeable about their disciplines
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/4/2026
He seemed concerned about my problems. AlsoOffered advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2025
Very courteous and professional especially Elissa Stein very informative and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr Shields is very well spoken and easy to understand. Makes you feel at ease and valued.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2025
Dr. Shields is an exceptional provider. Wonderful combination of knowledge, application, and excellent rapport with patients and staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2025
Dr. Shields and everyone at Norton are top notch professionals.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Dr. Shields was very nice , and seemed to be knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2025
Excelente
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
First time visiting this facility and everyone was very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed 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 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr. Shields was very thorough and informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Very thorough. Asked questions I had not been asked before regarding my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
Very helful staff, professionalism was on display during vist
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Excellent physician. I recommend Dr Shields to everyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/9/2025
Very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Very prompt visit by Dr Shields. Friendly, neat staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Nortons is the Best!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
He's the best!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
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 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Clear information
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
Wish he had of explained things better to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2025
Dr. Shields and his staff are absolutely the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2025
He was great listened to what I was experiencing and gave me guidance and steps to take next
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
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 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
All the staff was very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2025
Todo bien gracias
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2025
Really liked Dr Sheila we are a referral from the VA and he was so courteous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
I liked coming on a Saturday because of the low traffic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
Everyone in this practice was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr Shields is very friendly kind and concerned with my overall my health I trust his advice I see him not only as my Doctor but a friend I can talk to him about my all my health problems
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2025
Dr. Shields and his staff were all very professional and attentive. Listened to my concerns and offered treatment plan that will hopefully help/resolve the issue. Also, said we will revisit in a month if needed or to follow up with his office if/as needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Had very good experience a Dr. shields office. Everyone was very kind and friendly. Dr. shields is very knowledgeable well highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
Excellent care from everyone
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Best, doctor in the city of Louisville
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
I am very happy to see Dr Shields. He is the best example of a skilled surgeon who also takes time to talk to his patients. I am very happy with my care and routinely recommend Dr Shields to everyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Dr Shields is my hero. He and [...] have given me 10 years of virtually pain free life since my surgery and stabilization in 2015. I will always be grateful. Experiencing some difficulty I came back to see Dr Shields and brought my brother for a much needed evaluation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
I completely trust and value Dr. Shields knowledge and ethics.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
I have nothing but great things to say about Dr Shields. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Dr. Shields took his time and listened to what I had to say about my condition and explained everything too me that was very easy to understand. I left with answers and peace of mind. Great doctor. The staff was amazing as well!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Everything went good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
This provider was right on time and answered all my questions and checked me out very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2025
Staff and physician was polite, professional and helpful during my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
The doctor and staff are absolutely experts and they do a wonderful job .