Dr. Mitchell Carey Shirah, MD

Dr. Mitchell Shirah is a family medicine physician who also specializes in addiction medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and completed his residency at The Medical Center. With 47 years of experience in healthcare, Dr. Shirah brings extensive knowledge to patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Shirah practices at Clay County Hospital and maintains locations in Roanoke and Ashland, Alabama. He treats patients with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and loss of trunk control. His clinical work includes physical therapy services and strength training programs for patients who need rehabilitation support. Dr. Shirah also performs bedside swallow evaluations to assess patients' ability to eat and drink safely. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 stars.