Biography
Dr. Lowell Shih is an anesthesiologist located at Ochsner Health Center in Covington. He trained in anesthesiology at the University of Arkansas in Little Rock, AR and then completed a fellowship in pain management at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, NY. He holds a double board certification from the American Board of Anesthesiology in anesthesiology and pain medicine. Dr. Shih specializes in interventional pain management, along with an additional specialization in back and spine care. He emphasizes a multimodal approach to treating chronic pain with the goal to improve functionality and quality of life.
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Education and Training
Medical School
Ross University
Field of Study: Doctor of Medicine
Internship
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Field of Study: Anesthesiology
Residency
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Field of Study: Anesthesiology
Fellowship
Mount Sinai Medical Center
Field of Study: Pain Management
Certifications
- American Board of Anesthesiology - Anesthesiology
Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews
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I was very satisfied with everything
Dr. Shih takes his time listening and explaining
Dr Shih really cares about his patients and I feel really comfortable with him doing the procedures that will make me feel better.
Doctor Shih showed concerned about this new level of pain. Was able to address my concerns and clearly explain the process of moving forward after analyzing my condition.
All good
I can't say loud enough how incredible Dr. Shih is. He is knowledgeable, professional, and kind.
Dr SHIH was very patient, listened to us and explained everything in detail.
Dr. Shih is excellent in informing me how is my back & showing/explaining the X-rays. He is also very caring when discussing with me the treatments.
Excellent care and concern about my back pain.
Very impressed with Dr. Shih.
The doctor and team made my visit easy and efficient
I had only seen this doctor a few times a few years ago. He picked up on my condition right and brought up his concerns because of my other health problems it would be hard for him to do the type of treatment that would benefit me the most very factual
Great
Dr Shih had examined xrays of my problem area prior to entering exam room. He explained the probable cause of my issue and outlined possible types of treatment, depending on severity of the issue. We discussed my feelings about the possible treatments vis-a-vie my pain level, as well as my other health Issues, then mutually agreed to the best option for me at this time.
Dr Shih gave me and my husband the opportunity to ask questions
Everything was good