About
Dr. Kim Shields is a family medicine physician and holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas in Austin, her medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, and completed her family medicine residency at Providence Milwaukie Hospital in Oregon. She has lived in Portland for more than 20 years.
Dr. Shields comes from a family with deep roots in medicine. She is the fifth generation of physicians in her family lineage and the first woman in that line to become a doctor. She is fluent in Spanish. Her clinical interests span the science of medicine, evidence-based care, and the intersection of physical and mental health. She values collaborative decision-making and works to understand what each patient values most before building a care plan together. Portland Monthly Magazine named her a Top Doctor in 2026. She currently accepts new patients.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
The University of Texas at Austin
Medical School
University of North Texas Health Science Center, Fort Worth
Residency
Family Medicine, Providence Milwaukie Hospital
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shields right for?
Dr. Shields is a good fit for patients who want a collaborative partner in their health decisions. Adults managing chronic illness, mental health concerns, or preventive health goals will benefit from her broad family medicine training. Spanish-speaking patients will find her fluency in Spanish a meaningful advantage. Patients who appreciate a physician who engages with both the physical and emotional dimensions of health will connect well with her approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shields practices family medicine and holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She focuses on chronic disease management, mental health, and preventive care for adult patients.
Yes. Dr. Shields is fluent in Spanish, which allows her to provide care directly to Spanish-speaking patients without the need for interpretation.
Dr. Shields is the fifth generation of physicians in her family and the first woman in that lineage to become a doctor. She brings a deeply personal connection to the practice of medicine, shaped by a lifetime of family tradition in the field.
Dr. Shields prioritizes collaborative decision-making. She takes time to understand what each patient values most and builds a care plan that feels true to who that person is. She describes her goal as sharing her expertise in a way that meets each individual's needs.
Yes. Dr. Shields holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She completed her family medicine residency at Providence Milwaukie Hospital in Oregon.
Yes. Dr. Shields currently accepts new patients at AIM Health in Portland.
Yes. Portland Monthly Magazine named Dr. Shields a Top Doctor in 2026.
Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026