Due to an unforeseen medical staff issue, our office will NOT be drawing labs Friday, MAY 30th. We will resume Monday, June 2nd, 2025. We are very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause..
PEARL ACO:
The letter you received was required by Medicare to inform you that your physician, who is affiliated with BayCare, is now working in partnership with a company called Pearl Health. Pearl Health supports BayCare’s relationship with Medicare. There is no action you need to take—this letter is for informational purposes only, and your provider remains the same. If you prefer not to share your data with Medicare, you may opt out by calling the number provided in the letter.”
Dr. Stephen J. Shields, MD has been practicing Internal Medicine and Primary Care Medicine in the Tampa Bay area since 1988. Dr. Shields’ private practice is located at 1211 Reynolds Avenue, Suite B, in Clearwater, Florida. His hospital affiliation includes Morton Plant Hospital, Clearwater, Florida.
Stephen J. Shields, MD. is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Shields is honored to receive the Dr. Leslie L. Weiss Distinguished Physician Leadership Award from Baycare Health System for 2019, a once in a Lifetime Honor.
Path Excellence for United Healthcare Practice Award Winners
Team Shields
Dr. Stephen J. Shields MD; Denise Palazzola ANP-BC; Alicia Shields Administrator;
Patient Care Coordinator Trista Shepherd-RMA; Lady Medical Assistant; Lauren Medical Assistant; Dawn Medical Assistant
Denise Palazzola ANP,BC, Nurse Practitioner
Denise Palazzola, MS, ANP-BC brings to our practice over 30 years of Internal Medicine Experience. Denise has her Masters of Science Degree and is an Adult Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified. Denise also has over 22 years experience as a Registered Nurse. Her expertise, knowledge, experience and compassion in Internal Medicine make her a wonderful addition to our practice.
Mission Statement: We at Stephen J. Shields, MD., PA., are committed to partnering with our patients to achieve personal wellness through compassionate modern medical care. With expertise, experience and communication, we strive to help our patients achieve their highest levels of well being.
QUALITY PATIENT CARE IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY!!
To speak directly to our office staff, please call us at (727) 466-6564. Our staff is bi-lingual and Dr. Shields is fluent in Spanish as a second language.
*Se Habla Español.
Note: This page is intended for informational purposes only and does not replace direct contact with the office. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911.