About Dr. George Shields
Undergraduate Education: Whittier College BA Biology 1997; PCO BS Vision Science 1998; PCO Doctor of Optometry 2001. Optometry School: He is a 2001 graduate of Salus University (formerly the Pennsylvania College of Optometry). Professional Achievements and Associations: Dr. Shields has provided care to his patients in multiple settings before joining MyEyeDr in 2009. He was a Vision Care partner for Walmart Vision Centers in four locations, winning District Doctor of the Year. Additionally, Dr. Shields has worked in private practice, having opened his own practice in 2006 in Annapolis, MD, winning The Capital Gazetteâs Top Doctor award. The reason I became an optometrist is: I am passionate about patients and helping them develop solutions that will ultimately enable them to lead better lives. My favorite part of helping my patients is: I enjoy learning about my patientâs visual demands and tailoring custom solutions that help improve their lives. In my spare time, I enjoy: He is passionate about his wife, four children and his St. Bernard and spends most of his free time with his family surfing off his boat on the rivers of the Chesapeake Bay. Annapolis Junior Rowing is another cause which he has passionately devoted his time as Vice President as well as overseeing his childrenâs rowing careers. He and his family are long time Annapolitans, and members of the St. Maryâs Catholic parish.
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Education and training
- Salus University, Doctor of Optometry
- Whittier College (Bachelor's)
Awards and publications
- The Capital Gazette Top Doctor Award
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1407952179
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Dr. George Shields's office is located at 1905 Towne Ctr Blvd, Annapolis, MD 21401.
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Dr. George Shields speaks English.