Dr. Michael J. Shih M.D.?
Update this Profile
Dr. Michael J. Shih M.D., Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist)
We verify the medical license of each FindaTopDoc Verified Doctor to ensure that their license is active and they are in good medical standing.

Dr. Michael J. Shih M.D.

Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) | Nephrology

5/5(5)
551 Electric Ave Fitchburg MA, 01420
Write A Review
Rating

5/5

About

Dr. Michael Shih is a nephrologist practicing in Fitchburg, MA. Dr. Shih specializes in the care and treatment of the kidneys. As a nephrologist, Dr. Shih most typically treats conditions like kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, acute renal failure, polycystuc kidney disease, high blood pressure and more. Nephrologists are also experts on kidney transplantation and dialysis. They are usually referred to by primary care physicians for problems related to the kidneys, and while they can perform tests to diagnose kidney disorders, they do not perform surgeries.

Education and Training

State University of New York Upstate Medical University 2000

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Nephrology

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 17 years of experience

Professional Memberships

  • Member UMass Memorial Medical Group 

Fellowships

  • Rhode Island Hospital, Fellow:Nephrology    2003

Dr. Michael J. Shih M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 551 Electric Ave

551 Electric Ave -
Fitchburg, MA 01420
Get Direction
http://www.umassmemorial.org/

50 MEMORIAL DR -
LEOMINSTER, MA 01453
Get Direction
New patients: 978-466-4535
Fax: 978-466-4537

Dr. Michael J. Shih M.D.'s reviews

(5)
Write Review

Patient Experience with Dr. Shih


5.0

Based on 5 reviews

Dr. Michael J. Shih M.D. has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 5 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Nephrologist (Kidney Specialist) in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

Recommended Articles

  • What Is Renal Ultrasound Used For?

    A renal ultrasound is actually a diagnostic procedure, wherein high-frequency sound waves are transmitted through the body tissues that are inaudible to the human ear. The echoes recorded into videos or images of the internal structures of the body.A wide range of diseases and conditions can be...

  • What Causes Tingling in Feet?

    IntroductionA tingling sensation in the feet is a common concern among people. This sensation tends to be a similar feeling to the pins and needles effect. Some people may even feel pain and numbness in their feet along with a tingling sensation, which can be bothersome. However, it is not usually a...

  • What Could Lead to Nephrotic Syndrome?

    IntroductionNephrotic syndrome refers to a group of symptoms that occur when there is something wrong with your kidneys. It can affect people of all ages and is often treatable. Kidney damage may be suspected if an individual shows any of the following symptoms:...

  • What Causes Kidney Stones? How to Prevent and Treat Kidney Stones

    Kidney stones are also known as renal calculi. The occurrence of kidney stones is known as nephrolithiasis. Kidney stones in the urinary tract lead to a condition known as ureterolithiasis. Kidney stones are seen as a common occurrence in the medical world. One in twenty people tend to suffer from...

  • How Is Glomerulonephritis Diagnosed?

    GlomerulonephritisGlomerulonephritis is the inflammation of kidney filters called glomeruli. These filters are made up of tiny blood vessels that help remove excess fluids, waste from the bloodstream, and electrolytes. This condition can happen on its own or may occur as part of chronic diseases,...

  • Does Acute Renal Failure Cause Death?

    Our body machinery comprises of various parts and components all together, embedded to function as a whole unit to support life. Each component that forms a part of the body machine has a specific contribution and any malfunction in any of the components can have adverse effects on the entire body....

Nearby Providers

See all nearby providers

Nearest Hospitals

HEALTHALLIANCE HOSPITALS, INCl

60 HOSPITAL ROAD LEOMINSTER MA 1453

Head east on Electric Avenue 1.0 mi
Turn right onto South Street 1.1 mi
Continue straight onto Whalon Street 1497 ft
Continue straight onto Merriam Avenue 1066 ft
Take the ramp on the left 1207 ft
Merge left onto Concord Turnpike (MA 2) 4969 ft
Take the ramp on the right towards MA 12 South: Leominster 702 ft
Keep right at the fork towards MA 12 South: Leominster 182 ft
Go straight onto North Main Street (MA 12) 1137 ft
Turn right onto Nelson Street 815 ft
Turn left onto Memorial Drive 413 ft
Keep right at the fork 295 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

4.4 miSee direction

CLINTON HOSPITAL ASSOCIATIONl

201 HIGHLAND STREET CLINTON MA 1510

Head east on Electric Avenue 1.0 mi
Turn right onto South Street 1.1 mi
Continue straight onto Whalon Street 1497 ft
Continue straight onto Merriam Avenue 1066 ft
Take the ramp on the left 1207 ft
Merge left onto Concord Turnpike (MA 2) 2.8 mi
Take the ramp on the right towards I 190 South: Leominster 5.4 mi
Take the ramp on the right 1140 ft
Turn left onto Leominster Road (MA 12) 2787 ft
Turn left onto Chocksett Road 1.3 mi
Make a slight left onto Clinton Road (MA 62) 2781 ft
Continue straight onto Sterling Street (MA 62) 1.6 mi
Turn left onto Highland Street 63 ft
Keep right at the fork onto Highland Street 2071 ft
Turn left 228 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

15.6 miSee direction

HEYWOOD HOSPITALl

242 GREEN STREET GARDNER MA 1440

Head west on Electric Avenue 306 ft
Continue straight onto Franklin Road 2371 ft
Turn left onto Oak Hill Road 1.4 mi
Turn right onto MA 2 7.8 mi
Take the ramp on the right towards Gardner 1087 ft
Enter Veterans Of Foreign Wars Circle and take the 1st exit onto Pearson Boulevard 1337 ft
Make a slight right onto Elm Street 5261 ft
Turn right onto Woodland Avenue 2558 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

11.7 miSee direction

HEALTHALLIANCE HOSPITALS, INCl

60 HOSPITAL ROAD LEOMINSTER MA 1453

Head south on Memorial Drive 262 ft
Keep right at the fork 295 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

557 ftSee direction

CLINTON HOSPITAL ASSOCIATIONl

201 HIGHLAND STREET CLINTON MA 1510

Head north on Memorial Drive 151 ft
Turn right onto Nelson Street 815 ft
Turn left onto North Main Street (MA 12) 828 ft
Take the ramp on the right 725 ft
Merge left onto Concord Turnpike (MA 2) 1.7 mi
Take the ramp on the right towards I 190 South: Leominster 5.4 mi
Take the ramp on the right 1140 ft
Turn left onto Leominster Road (MA 12) 2787 ft
Turn left onto Chocksett Road 1.3 mi
Make a slight left onto Clinton Road (MA 62) 2781 ft
Continue straight onto Sterling Street (MA 62) 1.6 mi
Turn left onto Highland Street 63 ft
Keep right at the fork onto Highland Street 2071 ft
Turn left 228 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

12.1 miSee direction

NASHOBA VALLEY MEDICAL CENTERl

200 GROTON ROAD AYER MA 1432

Head north on Memorial Drive 151 ft
Turn right onto Nelson Street 815 ft
Turn left onto North Main Street (MA 12) 828 ft
Take the ramp on the right 725 ft
Merge left onto Concord Turnpike (MA 2) 9.0 mi
Continue straight onto Route 2 (MA 2) 5242 ft
Take the ramp on the right towards MA 110 East 1047 ft
Go straight onto Ayer Road (MA 110) 1.9 mi
Continue straight onto Harvard Road (MA 110) 1243 ft
Enter Frederick Carlton Circle and take the 3rd exit onto East Main Street (MA 2A) 2273 ft
Turn right onto Groton Harvard Road 1.1 mi
Go straight onto Washington Street 2517 ft
Turn left 123 ft
Turn right 92 ft
Turn left 203 ft
You have arrived at your destination, on the left

14.9 miSee direction