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Dr. Shields Abernathy, MD

Allergy & Immunology
3.3 (40)
Map Pin Small Templeton, CA
Accepting new patients
44 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Shields Abernathy, MD

Dr. Shields Abernathy, MD is an Allergy & Immunology Specialist in Templeton, CA. They specialize in Allergy & Immunology, has 44 years of experience, and is board certified in Allergy & Immunology. They graduated from Medical College of Pennsylvania and is affiliated with Twin Cities Community Hospital.

Dr. Abernathy works at Shields B. Abernathy, M.D. in Templeton, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Chronic Pharyngitis, Pharyngitis and Pollen Allergy along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accepts Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Abernathy's Office Locations

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    Shields B. Abernathy, M.D.
    1050 Las Tablas Rd, Templeton, CA 93465 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (805) 434-1000

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  • Twin Cities Community Hospital

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    About Dr. Shields Abernathy, MD

    Specialties
    • Allergy & Immunology
    Specialties
    Years of Experience
    • 44 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, French and Spanish
    Languages Spoken
    NPI Number
    • 1508886235
    NPI Number
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • UCLA Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • UCLA/Wadsworth Medical Center
    Residency
    Internship
    • Lac Usc Med Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Medical College of Pennsylvania
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Harvard University School Of Public Medicine
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Allergy & Immunology and Internal Medicine
    Board Certifications
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    A board certification represents a provider’s dedication to ongoing training in one or more specialties, including the completion of intensive exams. While not all specialties have board certifications, if your provider does have one they’ve taken the extra step to master their specialty and to keep up with the latest advancements in their field.

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    Dr. Shields Abernathy, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Abernathy is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Abernathy has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Abernathy works at Shields B. Abernathy, M.D. in Templeton, CA. View the full address on Dr. Abernathy’s profile.

    Dr. Abernathy has seen patients for Chronic Pharyngitis, Pharyngitis and Pollen Allergy, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Abernathy on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    40 patients have reviewed Dr. Abernathy. The overall rating for this provider is 3.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Abernathy.

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