M. Bruce Shields, MD

Marvin L. Sears Professor and Chairman Emeritus of Ophthalmology & Visual Science

Email	bruce.shields@yale.edu
Phone	(203) 785-2020 (800) 395-7949 (Toll-free, Nationwide)
Fax	(203) 785-5909
Office Address	Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science 40 Temple Street, Third Floor New Haven, CT 06510
Mailing Address	Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science Yale University School of Medicine P.O. Box 208061 New Haven, CT 06520-8061

Professional Statement

Dr. Bruce Shields received his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma and completed his ophthalmology residency at Duke University and his glaucoma fellowship at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary. He headed the Duke School of Medicine Glaucoma Section for 20 years before joining the Yale School of Medicine in 1996 where he served as chair for ten years. He has written and lectured extensively on the subject of glaucoma, with ten books, including his Textbook of Glaucoma, which is in its fifth edition and has been translated in five languages. His research has led to over 200 scientific papers and book chapters, with a special focus on the mechanisms and management of glaucoma. Dr. Shields provides consultation in diagnosis and management of difficult glaucoma problems, with special emphasis on medical and laser  treatment of glaucoma.

Clinical Interests

Glaucoma

Research Interests

Glaucoma

Education & Training

Medical	University of Oklahoma
Residency	Duke University
Fellowship	Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary (Glaucoma)

Additional Information and Links

• Videos
  • Glaucoma – Workup and Treatment
    Dr. M. Bruce Shields discusses the diagnosis and state-of-the-art treatment of glaucoma.
  • Laser Trabeculoplasty
    Dr. M. Bruce Shields discusses the surgical treatment of glaucoma using laser trabeculoplasty.
• Glaucoma and Anterior Segment Surgery Section