Summary

Dr. Abel enjoys taking care of children, especially families of multiples. Community service projects Dr. Abel participates in include Hope Clinic. ""I believe that it is my job to educate my patients about their particular problem and to answer all of their questions. I hope no one leaves my office feeling hurried."" Dr. Abel was born in San Antonio, Texas and was raised in a small town outside of Houston called Needville. She is married and has three daughters, including a set of twins. Dr. Abel enjoys sports, involvement in her church, Bible study and reading. She is fluent in Spanish.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 31 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • UT Health Science Center at San Antonio
  • 13 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Pediatric and Adolescent Associates - Murphy

511 W FM 544 Ste 201Murphy, TX 75094
Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 1:00 pm
SunClosed

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31 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Murphy , TXFrisco , TXFrisco , TXFrisco , TX
Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio (Education) Med School: University of Missouri School of Medicine Med School: Baylor College of Medicine Med School: UT Southwestern Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Shawn Abel

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Assurant Health
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - Medicaid
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Sana
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthOne

Medical Specialties

Shawn Abel has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Shawn Abel has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Asthma
  • Check-up
  • Constipation
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Shawn Abel holds an active medical license in the state of Texas. They are board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at UT Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1998 and UT Health Science Center at San Antonio in 1996.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio (Education) in 1995.

NPI Number

Shawn Abel's NPI number is 1376592550.

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Shawn Abel's office is located at 511 W FM 544 Ste 201, Murphy, TX, 75094.
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