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Summary
Dr. Rufus Shelton is a pulmonologist and internal medicine physician who brings over five decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School, establishing a strong foundation for his distinguished career in respiratory and internal medicine. Dr. Shelton provides care in English and has dedicated 54 years to serving patients with comprehensive medical needs.
Dr. Shelton practices in Birmingham, Alabama, where he focuses on lung and breathing conditions as well as general internal medicine concerns. His extensive experience spans more than half a century, providing him with deep knowledge in managing complex respiratory conditions and coordinating comprehensive care for adult patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Shelton practices in Birmingham, Alabama, where he focuses on lung and breathing conditions as well as general internal medicine concerns. His extensive experience spans more than half a century, providing him with deep knowledge in managing complex respiratory conditions and coordinating comprehensive care for adult patients. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 54 years of experience
- speaks English
- Harvard Medical School
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
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| Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton | Dr. Monika Maria Safford | Mary K Westerman | Dr. Ami Edward Iskandrian |
| Pulmonology | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 54 Years of Experience | 61 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, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Birmingham , AL | Birmingham , AL | Jasper , AL | Birmingham , AL |
| Med School: Harvard Medical School | Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine | ||
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton holds an inactive medical license in the state of Alabama.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Alabama.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1973 and Harvard Medical School in 1972.
NPI Number
Dr. Shelton's NPI number is 1710997960.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton's office located?
- Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton's office is located at 1530 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL, 35233.
- Does Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton accepting new patients?
- Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton?
- You can find contact information for Dr. Rufus Waid Shelton here on Vitals.
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