4.5
4 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. Barry Shefa specializes in family medicine and hospital medicine, bringing 22 years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston, building a strong foundation in comprehensive patient care. His dual specialization allows him to provide both primary care services and specialized inpatient treatment for hospitalized patients.
Dr. Shefa practices at Ascension Providence Hospital in Waco, Texas, where he focuses on treating serious medical conditions including respiratory failure, sepsis, and heart failure. He performs specialized procedures such as therapeutic hypothermia and abscess drainage to help patients recover from critical illnesses. Patients rate Dr. Shefa 4.5 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his expertise and compassionate approach to both routine family medicine and complex hospital-based care.
Dr. Shefa practices at Ascension Providence Hospital in Waco, Texas, where he focuses on treating serious medical conditions including respiratory failure, sepsis, and heart failure. He performs specialized procedures such as therapeutic hypothermia and abscess drainage to help patients recover from critical illnesses. Patients rate Dr. Shefa 4.5 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his expertise and compassionate approach to both routine family medicine and complex hospital-based care.
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Quick Facts
- 22 years of experience
- University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Dr. Barry Z Shefa, MD | Dr. Dorcas Omari, MD | Oluwatosin Bukola Ajibola, FNP-C | Carolyn Woahloe, MSN, APRN AGPCNP-BC |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 22 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 4 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Waco , TX | Spring , TX | Grand Prairie , TX | Saginaw , TX |
| Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston | Med School: University Of Nairobi School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Texas-Arlington | |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Barry Z Shefa has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Barry Z Shefa has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
Dr. Barry Z Shefa holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 2004.
NPI Number
Dr. Shefa's NPI number is 1710194220.
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