Dr. William Shields M.D.
Neurologist (Pediatric) | Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
10833 Le Conte Ave 12-441 Mdcc Los Angeles CA, 90095About
Dr. William Shields is a child neurologist practicing in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Shields specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system in children from birth to young adulthood. With combined understanding of childhood illness and the special needs of each individual child and their family, Dr. Shields is able to help each patient improve the status of their health. Conditions such as seizures, delayed speech, weakness or frequent headaches are treated by child neurologists.
Education and Training
Univ of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut 1971
University of Utah School of Medicine 1971
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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- Epilepsy
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