Summary

Dr. Candace Shafer-Franks treats chronic lung disease, COPD, and COPD with comorbidities, and performs therapeutic hypothermia. She practices internal medicine and pediatrics and is affiliated with Forrest City Medical Center. Dr. Shafer-Franks earned her medical degree from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and sees patients in West Memphis and Forrest City, Arkansas.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.3
  • 24 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis

Office Locations

Dr. Candace Danette Shafer-Franks has 2 locations

East Arkansas Childrens Clinic

901 Holiday DrForrest City, AR 72335

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Dr. Candace Danette Shafer-Franks, MDDr. Lisa Mahan, MDDr. Cheryl Givens, MDDr. Kenneth Bonaparte, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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24 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
West Memphis , ARMemphis , TNMemphis , TNMemphis , TN
Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Candace Danette Shafer-Franks

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions - Medicaid (Managed)
  • First Choice Health
  • Harmony Health Plan
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Summit Community Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Candace Danette Shafer-Franks has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Candace Danette Shafer-Franks has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine in 2002.

NPI Number

Dr. Shafer-Franks' NPI number is 1437189255.

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Dr. Candace Shafer-Franks's office is located at 2100 N 7th St, West Memphis, AR, 72301.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Candace Shafer-Franks affiliated with?
Dr. Candace Shafer-Franks is affiliated with Forrest City Medical Center.

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