Dr. Wright Davis Shields MD
Internist
702 Newman Rd New Bern NC, 28562About
Dr. Wright Shields is an internist practicing in New Bern, NC. Dr. Shields specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Shields provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Va Sch of Med, Charlottesville Va 1984
University of Virginia School of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
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Treatments
- Anemia
- High Cholesterol
- Osteoporosis
- Heart Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Dementia
- Vascular Disease
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