Heather Shields, NP
Specialties
Infectious Disease
Nurse Practitioner
Education & Training
Master of Science in Nursing
Heather Shields, NP
Nurse Practitioner with Wellstar since 2014.
Specialties
Infectious Disease
Nurse Practitioner
Education & Training
Master of Science in Nursing
Office Locations
Expertise
Specialties
- Infectious Disease
- Nurse Practitioner
Education & Training
- Georgia State University School of Nursing
Degree
- Master of Science in Nursing
Certifications
- Nurse Practitioners Certification Board
Hospital Affiliations
- Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
- Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Languages spoken
- English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.7Based on 111 patient ratings
- I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
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- I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
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- Earned my trust
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Patient Reviews
5
A+++ to the complete staff.
July 25, 2026
5
From the moment I entered, I was greeted by two friendly faces. The lady who did the vitals was patient and she listened about his oxygen level. I was trying to let her not be alarmed if she did not get an oxygen reading the first time. Luckily, she got it the first go round. Very professional. Heather, the nurse practitioner, was off the chain wonderful and full of knowledge. She allowed me to ask questions, and she helped me make sense of a lot. I cannot thank Heather Shields enough for her patience and for explaining a lot to this lay person. Kudos to the Infectious Disease Staff!
July 24, 2026
4
She to.nLd him, she would call me back.nMy bloodbut she didn't. And I would like a call back , thank you.
July 4, 2026
5
Everyone was so exceptionally nice and I'm very confident in their care.
June 18, 2026
5
Very professional and nice
June 18, 2026
5
Nurse Marie is always outstanding. PA Heather was also outstanding
June 17, 2026
5
Great listener. Was not trying to rush thought the call
May 17, 2026
5
Staff members were extremely competent and friendly. Great follow-up on requested data/information.
May 16, 2026
5
PA was excellent. Didn't feel rushed, was very informative and felt she was very empathetic. Think she was the best PA I have ever encountered.
May 1, 2026
5
Very engaging and friendly , she was easy to talk to.
April 29, 2026
5
I met with Heather. Heather was professional. Heather was friendly. Answered all my questions, explained where I needed explanation. She was very professional. Thank you.
April 8, 2026
5
It was an amazing experience. Professional, friendly, non judgmental and willing to listen I LOVE MY INFECTIOUS DX
April 4, 2026
4
I would not recommend a piic line as mine does not work. I don't know who installed mine as it was probably done while I was in the hospital
March 26, 2026
5
People in office very helpful.
March 25, 2026
5
Yes, I was very impressed by the nurse practitioner. She was not familiar with me as she did not see me in the hospital, but she had done her homework and talked to Dr. O and then followed up with us for, talked with us probably about an hour, and then recommended that we do a digital visit or so to the Mayo Clinic. She just, she was just went above and beyond.
March 18, 2026
5
This visit was the best visit I've ever had. After taking 1 1/2 hrs to get there I was thinking I need to find a Dr closer. However after my visit I felt that this Dr was worth the trip . She was patient , listened and was genuinely interested in me . Thank you !!
March 14, 2026
5
The entire staff from the front desk and check out were absolutely amazing. The MA, Nurse and NP Heather, I couldn't have asked for a better team. Thank you all for taking such wonderful care of my mom.
March 6, 2026
5
My experience with staff and my NP was exceptional. All my questions were answered and I feel my health is in excellent hands.
March 5, 2026
5
I couldn't be happier with the service.
February 10, 2026
5
Heather and Marie are wonderful
January 2, 2026
4
My provider always takes care of me, provides the best service possible. And if I ever have any questions or concerns, she or he always addresses them and we make a plan. I'm always so appreciative of you guys. Thank you so much.
December 27, 2025
5
I felt well taken care of the entire time I was there!!!!!
December 16, 2025
5
I saw Heather Shields today and she explained patiently and thoroughly my situation and possible scenarios following lab work. She patiently answered my family's many questions and concerns (including an out of state daughter who joined us via FaceTime). High praise to this entire office, lab & staff!
November 23, 2025
5
Joshua and NP Heather were extremely friendly and made me feel comfortable and at ease during my visit. NP Heather was very knowledgeable about my condition and answered all my questions and explained my treatment going forward. The office staff were also extremely nice, friendly and helpful with questions I had. Exceptional visit! Thank You!
November 8, 2025
5
Thank you for everything.
October 29, 2025
5
Heather spent time explaining exactly what the plan of treatment going forward is and answered my questions and concerns. She made me feel better.
October 15, 2025
5
Heather is amazing so pt oriented, and knowledgeable. Thanks
October 6, 2025
5
Fantastic experience. Well done Wellstar.
October 3, 2025
5
Everything is fine, thank you
October 3, 2025
5
Heather is very thoughtful, thoughtful, has great manners, tries to find the best solution and treatment for someone with a huge number of health problems. One of the best doctors I have ever seen. Thank you very much for such a great service.
September 5, 2025
5
A+++ to the complete staff.
July 25, 2026
5
From the moment I entered, I was greeted by two friendly faces. The lady who did the vitals was patient and she listened about his oxygen level. I was trying to let her not be alarmed if she did not get an oxygen reading the first time. Luckily, she got it the first go round. Very professional. Heather, the nurse practitioner, was off the chain wonderful and full of knowledge. She allowed me to ask questions, and she helped me make sense of a lot. I cannot thank Heather Shields enough for her patience and for explaining a lot to this lay person. Kudos to the Infectious Disease Staff!
July 24, 2026
5
Everyone was so exceptionally nice and I'm very confident in their care.
June 18, 2026
5
Very professional and nice
June 18, 2026
5
Nurse Marie is always outstanding. PA Heather was also outstanding
June 17, 2026
5
Great listener. Was not trying to rush thought the call
May 17, 2026
5
Staff members were extremely competent and friendly. Great follow-up on requested data/information.
May 16, 2026
5
PA was excellent. Didn't feel rushed, was very informative and felt she was very empathetic. Think she was the best PA I have ever encountered.
May 1, 2026
5
Very engaging and friendly , she was easy to talk to.
April 29, 2026
5
I met with Heather. Heather was professional. Heather was friendly. Answered all my questions, explained where I needed explanation. She was very professional. Thank you.
April 8, 2026
5
It was an amazing experience. Professional, friendly, non judgmental and willing to listen I LOVE MY INFECTIOUS DX
April 4, 2026
5
People in office very helpful.
March 25, 2026
5
Yes, I was very impressed by the nurse practitioner. She was not familiar with me as she did not see me in the hospital, but she had done her homework and talked to Dr. O and then followed up with us for, talked with us probably about an hour, and then recommended that we do a digital visit or so to the Mayo Clinic. She just, she was just went above and beyond.
March 18, 2026
5
This visit was the best visit I've ever had. After taking 1 1/2 hrs to get there I was thinking I need to find a Dr closer. However after my visit I felt that this Dr was worth the trip . She was patient , listened and was genuinely interested in me . Thank you !!
March 14, 2026
5
The entire staff from the front desk and check out were absolutely amazing. The MA, Nurse and NP Heather, I couldn't have asked for a better team. Thank you all for taking such wonderful care of my mom.
March 6, 2026
5
My experience with staff and my NP was exceptional. All my questions were answered and I feel my health is in excellent hands.
March 5, 2026
5
I couldn't be happier with the service.
February 10, 2026
5
Heather and Marie are wonderful
January 2, 2026
5
I felt well taken care of the entire time I was there!!!!!
December 16, 2025
5
I saw Heather Shields today and she explained patiently and thoroughly my situation and possible scenarios following lab work. She patiently answered my family's many questions and concerns (including an out of state daughter who joined us via FaceTime). High praise to this entire office, lab & staff!
November 23, 2025
5
Joshua and NP Heather were extremely friendly and made me feel comfortable and at ease during my visit. NP Heather was very knowledgeable about my condition and answered all my questions and explained my treatment going forward. The office staff were also extremely nice, friendly and helpful with questions I had. Exceptional visit! Thank You!
November 8, 2025
5
Thank you for everything.
October 29, 2025
5
Heather spent time explaining exactly what the plan of treatment going forward is and answered my questions and concerns. She made me feel better.
October 15, 2025
5
Heather is amazing so pt oriented, and knowledgeable. Thanks
October 6, 2025
5
Fantastic experience. Well done Wellstar.
October 3, 2025
5
Everything is fine, thank you
October 3, 2025
5
Heather is very thoughtful, thoughtful, has great manners, tries to find the best solution and treatment for someone with a huge number of health problems. One of the best doctors I have ever seen. Thank you very much for such a great service.
September 5, 2025
4
She to.nLd him, she would call me back.nMy bloodbut she didn't. And I would like a call back , thank you.
July 4, 2026
4
I would not recommend a piic line as mine does not work. I don't know who installed mine as it was probably done while I was in the hospital
March 26, 2026
4
My provider always takes care of me, provides the best service possible. And if I ever have any questions or concerns, she or he always addresses them and we make a plan. I'm always so appreciative of you guys. Thank you so much.
December 27, 2025
4
She to.nLd him, she would call me back.nMy bloodbut she didn't. And I would like a call back , thank you.
July 4, 2026
4
I would not recommend a piic line as mine does not work. I don't know who installed mine as it was probably done while I was in the hospital
March 26, 2026
4
My provider always takes care of me, provides the best service possible. And if I ever have any questions or concerns, she or he always addresses them and we make a plan. I'm always so appreciative of you guys. Thank you so much.
December 27, 2025
5
A+++ to the complete staff.
July 25, 2026
5
From the moment I entered, I was greeted by two friendly faces. The lady who did the vitals was patient and she listened about his oxygen level. I was trying to let her not be alarmed if she did not get an oxygen reading the first time. Luckily, she got it the first go round. Very professional. Heather, the nurse practitioner, was off the chain wonderful and full of knowledge. She allowed me to ask questions, and she helped me make sense of a lot. I cannot thank Heather Shields enough for her patience and for explaining a lot to this lay person. Kudos to the Infectious Disease Staff!
July 24, 2026
5
Everyone was so exceptionally nice and I'm very confident in their care.
June 18, 2026
5
Very professional and nice
June 18, 2026
5
Nurse Marie is always outstanding. PA Heather was also outstanding
June 17, 2026
5
Great listener. Was not trying to rush thought the call
May 17, 2026
5
Staff members were extremely competent and friendly. Great follow-up on requested data/information.
May 16, 2026
5
PA was excellent. Didn't feel rushed, was very informative and felt she was very empathetic. Think she was the best PA I have ever encountered.
May 1, 2026
5
Very engaging and friendly , she was easy to talk to.
April 29, 2026
5
I met with Heather. Heather was professional. Heather was friendly. Answered all my questions, explained where I needed explanation. She was very professional. Thank you.
April 8, 2026
5
It was an amazing experience. Professional, friendly, non judgmental and willing to listen I LOVE MY INFECTIOUS DX
April 4, 2026
5
People in office very helpful.
March 25, 2026
5
Yes, I was very impressed by the nurse practitioner. She was not familiar with me as she did not see me in the hospital, but she had done her homework and talked to Dr. O and then followed up with us for, talked with us probably about an hour, and then recommended that we do a digital visit or so to the Mayo Clinic. She just, she was just went above and beyond.
March 18, 2026
5
This visit was the best visit I've ever had. After taking 1 1/2 hrs to get there I was thinking I need to find a Dr closer. However after my visit I felt that this Dr was worth the trip . She was patient , listened and was genuinely interested in me . Thank you !!
March 14, 2026
5
The entire staff from the front desk and check out were absolutely amazing. The MA, Nurse and NP Heather, I couldn't have asked for a better team. Thank you all for taking such wonderful care of my mom.
March 6, 2026
5
My experience with staff and my NP was exceptional. All my questions were answered and I feel my health is in excellent hands.
March 5, 2026
5
I couldn't be happier with the service.
February 10, 2026
5
Heather and Marie are wonderful
January 2, 2026
5
I felt well taken care of the entire time I was there!!!!!
December 16, 2025
5
I saw Heather Shields today and she explained patiently and thoroughly my situation and possible scenarios following lab work. She patiently answered my family's many questions and concerns (including an out of state daughter who joined us via FaceTime). High praise to this entire office, lab & staff!
November 23, 2025
5
Joshua and NP Heather were extremely friendly and made me feel comfortable and at ease during my visit. NP Heather was very knowledgeable about my condition and answered all my questions and explained my treatment going forward. The office staff were also extremely nice, friendly and helpful with questions I had. Exceptional visit! Thank You!
November 8, 2025
5
Thank you for everything.
October 29, 2025
5
Heather spent time explaining exactly what the plan of treatment going forward is and answered my questions and concerns. She made me feel better.
October 15, 2025
5
Heather is amazing so pt oriented, and knowledgeable. Thanks
October 6, 2025
5
Fantastic experience. Well done Wellstar.
October 3, 2025
5
Everything is fine, thank you
October 3, 2025
5
Heather is very thoughtful, thoughtful, has great manners, tries to find the best solution and treatment for someone with a huge number of health problems. One of the best doctors I have ever seen. Thank you very much for such a great service.
September 5, 2025
5
A+++ to the complete staff.
July 25, 2026
5
From the moment I entered, I was greeted by two friendly faces. The lady who did the vitals was patient and she listened about his oxygen level. I was trying to let her not be alarmed if she did not get an oxygen reading the first time. Luckily, she got it the first go round. Very professional. Heather, the nurse practitioner, was off the chain wonderful and full of knowledge. She allowed me to ask questions, and she helped me make sense of a lot. I cannot thank Heather Shields enough for her patience and for explaining a lot to this lay person. Kudos to the Infectious Disease Staff!
July 24, 2026
4
She to.nLd him, she would call me back.nMy bloodbut she didn't. And I would like a call back , thank you.
July 4, 2026
5
Everyone was so exceptionally nice and I'm very confident in their care.
June 18, 2026
5
Very professional and nice
June 18, 2026
5
Nurse Marie is always outstanding. PA Heather was also outstanding
June 17, 2026
5
Great listener. Was not trying to rush thought the call
May 17, 2026
5
Staff members were extremely competent and friendly. Great follow-up on requested data/information.
May 16, 2026
5
PA was excellent. Didn't feel rushed, was very informative and felt she was very empathetic. Think she was the best PA I have ever encountered.
May 1, 2026
5
Very engaging and friendly , she was easy to talk to.
April 29, 2026
5
I met with Heather. Heather was professional. Heather was friendly. Answered all my questions, explained where I needed explanation. She was very professional. Thank you.
April 8, 2026
5
It was an amazing experience. Professional, friendly, non judgmental and willing to listen I LOVE MY INFECTIOUS DX
April 4, 2026
4
I would not recommend a piic line as mine does not work. I don't know who installed mine as it was probably done while I was in the hospital
March 26, 2026
5
People in office very helpful.
March 25, 2026
5
Yes, I was very impressed by the nurse practitioner. She was not familiar with me as she did not see me in the hospital, but she had done her homework and talked to Dr. O and then followed up with us for, talked with us probably about an hour, and then recommended that we do a digital visit or so to the Mayo Clinic. She just, she was just went above and beyond.
March 18, 2026
5
This visit was the best visit I've ever had. After taking 1 1/2 hrs to get there I was thinking I need to find a Dr closer. However after my visit I felt that this Dr was worth the trip . She was patient , listened and was genuinely interested in me . Thank you !!
March 14, 2026
5
The entire staff from the front desk and check out were absolutely amazing. The MA, Nurse and NP Heather, I couldn't have asked for a better team. Thank you all for taking such wonderful care of my mom.
March 6, 2026
5
My experience with staff and my NP was exceptional. All my questions were answered and I feel my health is in excellent hands.
March 5, 2026
5
I couldn't be happier with the service.
February 10, 2026
5
Heather and Marie are wonderful
January 2, 2026
4
My provider always takes care of me, provides the best service possible. And if I ever have any questions or concerns, she or he always addresses them and we make a plan. I'm always so appreciative of you guys. Thank you so much.
December 27, 2025
5
I felt well taken care of the entire time I was there!!!!!
December 16, 2025
5
I saw Heather Shields today and she explained patiently and thoroughly my situation and possible scenarios following lab work. She patiently answered my family's many questions and concerns (including an out of state daughter who joined us via FaceTime). High praise to this entire office, lab & staff!
November 23, 2025
5
Joshua and NP Heather were extremely friendly and made me feel comfortable and at ease during my visit. NP Heather was very knowledgeable about my condition and answered all my questions and explained my treatment going forward. The office staff were also extremely nice, friendly and helpful with questions I had. Exceptional visit! Thank You!
November 8, 2025
5
Thank you for everything.
October 29, 2025
5
Heather spent time explaining exactly what the plan of treatment going forward is and answered my questions and concerns. She made me feel better.
October 15, 2025
5
Heather is amazing so pt oriented, and knowledgeable. Thanks
October 6, 2025
5
Everything is fine, thank you
October 3, 2025
5
Fantastic experience. Well done Wellstar.
October 3, 2025
5
Heather is very thoughtful, thoughtful, has great manners, tries to find the best solution and treatment for someone with a huge number of health problems. One of the best doctors I have ever seen. Thank you very much for such a great service.
September 5, 2025
5
Heather is very thoughtful, thoughtful, has great manners, tries to find the best solution and treatment for someone with a huge number of health problems. One of the best doctors I have ever seen. Thank you very much for such a great service.
September 5, 2025
5
Fantastic experience. Well done Wellstar.
October 3, 2025
5
Everything is fine, thank you
October 3, 2025
5
Heather is amazing so pt oriented, and knowledgeable. Thanks
October 6, 2025
5
Heather spent time explaining exactly what the plan of treatment going forward is and answered my questions and concerns. She made me feel better.
October 15, 2025
5
Thank you for everything.
October 29, 2025
5
Joshua and NP Heather were extremely friendly and made me feel comfortable and at ease during my visit. NP Heather was very knowledgeable about my condition and answered all my questions and explained my treatment going forward. The office staff were also extremely nice, friendly and helpful with questions I had. Exceptional visit! Thank You!
November 8, 2025
5
I saw Heather Shields today and she explained patiently and thoroughly my situation and possible scenarios following lab work. She patiently answered my family's many questions and concerns (including an out of state daughter who joined us via FaceTime). High praise to this entire office, lab & staff!
November 23, 2025
5
I felt well taken care of the entire time I was there!!!!!
December 16, 2025
4
My provider always takes care of me, provides the best service possible. And if I ever have any questions or concerns, she or he always addresses them and we make a plan. I'm always so appreciative of you guys. Thank you so much.
December 27, 2025
5
Heather and Marie are wonderful
January 2, 2026
5
I couldn't be happier with the service.
February 10, 2026
5
My experience with staff and my NP was exceptional. All my questions were answered and I feel my health is in excellent hands.
March 5, 2026
5
The entire staff from the front desk and check out were absolutely amazing. The MA, Nurse and NP Heather, I couldn't have asked for a better team. Thank you all for taking such wonderful care of my mom.
March 6, 2026
5
This visit was the best visit I've ever had. After taking 1 1/2 hrs to get there I was thinking I need to find a Dr closer. However after my visit I felt that this Dr was worth the trip . She was patient , listened and was genuinely interested in me . Thank you !!
March 14, 2026
5
Yes, I was very impressed by the nurse practitioner. She was not familiar with me as she did not see me in the hospital, but she had done her homework and talked to Dr. O and then followed up with us for, talked with us probably about an hour, and then recommended that we do a digital visit or so to the Mayo Clinic. She just, she was just went above and beyond.
March 18, 2026
5
People in office very helpful.
March 25, 2026
4
I would not recommend a piic line as mine does not work. I don't know who installed mine as it was probably done while I was in the hospital
March 26, 2026
5
It was an amazing experience. Professional, friendly, non judgmental and willing to listen I LOVE MY INFECTIOUS DX
April 4, 2026
5
I met with Heather. Heather was professional. Heather was friendly. Answered all my questions, explained where I needed explanation. She was very professional. Thank you.
April 8, 2026
5
Very engaging and friendly , she was easy to talk to.
April 29, 2026
5
PA was excellent. Didn't feel rushed, was very informative and felt she was very empathetic. Think she was the best PA I have ever encountered.
May 1, 2026
5
Staff members were extremely competent and friendly. Great follow-up on requested data/information.
May 16, 2026
5
Great listener. Was not trying to rush thought the call
May 17, 2026
5
Nurse Marie is always outstanding. PA Heather was also outstanding
June 17, 2026
5
Very professional and nice
June 18, 2026
5
Everyone was so exceptionally nice and I'm very confident in their care.
June 18, 2026
4
She to.nLd him, she would call me back.nMy bloodbut she didn't. And I would like a call back , thank you.
July 4, 2026
5
From the moment I entered, I was greeted by two friendly faces. The lady who did the vitals was patient and she listened about his oxygen level. I was trying to let her not be alarmed if she did not get an oxygen reading the first time. Luckily, she got it the first go round. Very professional. Heather, the nurse practitioner, was off the chain wonderful and full of knowledge. She allowed me to ask questions, and she helped me make sense of a lot. I cannot thank Heather Shields enough for her patience and for explaining a lot to this lay person. Kudos to the Infectious Disease Staff!
July 24, 2026
5
A+++ to the complete staff.
July 25, 2026
Heather Shields, NP
Nurse Practitioner with Wellstar since 2014
Rating
4.7
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Specialties
Infectious Disease
, Nurse Practitioner
Education
Master of Science in Nursing
Medical School
Georgia State University School of Nursing
Certifications
Nurse Practitioners Certification Board
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Office Locations
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www.wellstar.org/physicians/heather-shields-np
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