Kristin M. Shields, MD

Critical Care Medicine Obstetrician & Gynecologist

Dr. Kristin M. Shields is a Critical Care Medicine Obstetrician & Gynecologist in Castle Rock, CO with special training and skill in managing critical pregnancy complications. As a Critical Care Medicine Obstetrician & Gynecologist, Kristin M. Shields, MD performs treatments for critically ill or injured mothers and their infants. Critical Care Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology is the diagnosis and treatment of critical illnesses or injuries of women's reproductive system during the childbearing years. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Critical Care Medicine Obstetricians & Gynecologists include sepsis, cancer, and trauma. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Critical Care Medicine Obstetricians & Gynecologists include imaging tests, intubation, blood transfusions, and neonatal resuscitation.

An obstetrician/gynecologist, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports female patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.