Dr. Earle Robert Shields M.D.
Pediatrician
6111 Miller Creek Rd Missoula MT, 59803About
Dr. Earle Shields is a pediatrician practicing in Missoula, MT. Dr. Shields is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Shields diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Shields can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
University of Mi Med Sch 1976
Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine 1976
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
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ST PATRICK HOSPITALl
500 W BROADWAY MISSOULA MT 59806