Dr. Aaron Shiels, M.D. joined Rockford Gastroenterology Associates in 2004, and currently serves as Managing Partner. He is a board-certified Gastroenterologist and received his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis where he also completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship. As a Gastroenterology Fellow, Dr. Shiels received specialized training in diseases of the liver, pancreas, and biliary tract, including diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP.
Dr. Aaron Shiels, M.D. joined Rockford Gastroenterology Associates in 2004, and currently serves as Managing Partner. He is a board-certified Gastroenterologist and received his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis where he also completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship. As a Gastroenterology Fellow, Dr. Shiels received specialized training in diseases of the liver, pancreas, and biliary tract, including diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP.
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Dr. Shiels was very nice and very professional. He explained everything to me and I really liked him being my doctor.
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Aaron and his father have been providing medical help and direction how to plan to treat my physical health for years. So thankful for all there help
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
A doc who knows his stuff and has a good bedside manner, too.
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Expert and personable.
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Professional and personable. Explained everything and answered all of my questions and concerns,
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Kind, informative, explained well on what to expect
(4 weeks ago)
Sep-2025
Pleasant and encouraging! Appreciative of his bedside manner!
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
Excellent doctor and very personable.
(1 month ago)
Aug-2025
He's a great doctor & he really cares about his patients. I wouldn't trade him for the world.❤️❤️❤️❤️
(3 months ago)
Jul-2025
Dr A Shiels.
Very professional and conducted himself knowledgeable,
EJPARHAM
(3 months ago)
Jul-2025
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Rockford Gastroenterology Associates
401 Roxbury Road Rockford, IL 61107
Dr. Aaron Shiels, M.D. joined Rockford Gastroenterology Associates in 2004, and currently serves as Managing Partner. He is a board-certified Gastroenterologist. Dr. Shiels received his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis where he also completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Gastroenterology Fellowship. As a Gastroenterology Fellow, Dr. Shiels received specialized training in diseases of the liver, pancreas, and biliary tract, including diagnostic and therapeutic ERCP. He participated in research projects studying biliary complications after liver transplant surgery and complications following bariatric surgery for morbid obesity.
At the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford, Dr. Shiels holds the title of Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, is the Director of the Gastroenterology Curriculum, and serves on the Medical Executive Committee. He has received numerous teaching awards from the medical school, including the Golden Apple.
Dr. Shiels advocates for our GI patients on a national level, serving on the American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) Health and Public Policy Committee and participating in regular visits to senators and representatives offices on Capitol Hill. He is also a member of the American Gastroenterological Association and American College of Gastroenterology.
Dr. Shiels maintains an interest in pancreatic disease, biliary disease, and liver disease including treatment of hepatitis C and has presented on hepatitis C at local and regional meetings. His hobbies include golf, running, and spending time with his family.
Dr. Shiels was very nice and very professional. He explained everything to me and I really liked him being my doctor.
Aaron and his father have been providing medical help and direction how to plan to treat my physical health for years. So thankful for all there help
A doc who knows his stuff and has a good bedside manner, too.
Expert and personable.
Professional and personable. Explained everything and answered all of my questions and concerns,
Kind, informative, explained well on what to expect
Pleasant and encouraging! Appreciative of his bedside manner!
Excellent doctor and very personable.
He's a great doctor & he really cares about his patients. I wouldn't trade him for the world.❤️❤️❤️❤️
Dr A Shiels. Very professional and conducted himself knowledgeable, EJPARHAM