Dr. Shawn Abel, MD | Murphy, TX | Pediatrics

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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.

accepting new patients
4.9

22 Ratings
31 years of experience
27 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
UT Health Science Center at San Antonio
11 written reviews
1 award
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 office location
Female

Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

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Subject matter expert

March 26th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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DR. Shawn Murphy is an excellent doctor, She really cares for her patients.

March 7th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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We met Dr Able for the first time and we were so very satisfied with her assessment and assistance provided to my son. The process was awesome and she gave us a lot of time to discuss the history and also she made understand the entire plan she had for treatment .

September 19th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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September 5th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Abel has taken care of my kiddos forever wouldn't chose anyone else.

August 25th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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As far as regular check ups go, she's been my provider for a long time. Aside from urgent care visits for small things, I've only ever had one other provider. But that was when I was way younger. I'm sure she is of great quality, as far as I'm aware she's more than worth her salt. I just don't have a lot to compare her to.

July 4th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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She remembers you from your last visit and remembers things that happened. She spends time with you and take the time to properly diagnose your child's problem. She has a great bedside manner! You have to wait a little (like all doctors I've ever been to), but she is worth the wait.

April 19th, 2013

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Love this doctor. She is thorough and answers all of our questions. All three of my kids love her as well. She takes time to educate both the parents and the kids. She is special!!!

April 12th, 2013

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Great pediatrician

October 4th, 2012

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My daughter has a weight problem. The doctor took the time to talk directly to my daughter and ask her what type of food she liked and how much she ate. Then, she suggested a plan for my daughter TO my daughter. I think the doctor was brilliant getting my daughter to patricipate in her own treatment. My daughter is 12.

August 14th, 2012

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Baylor Scott & White Pediatric and Adolescent Associates - Murphy

511 W FM 544 Ste 201Murphy, TX 75094

Tel: (469) 800-2060

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

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Dr. Shawn Abel, MD	Dr. Ashley Hackett, MD	Dr. Philip Wilson, MD	Dr. Jacob Jones, MD
Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics	Pediatrics
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.9 (22 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (19 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
31 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	11 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 , TX	Dallas , TX	Frisco , TX	Frisco , TX
Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio (Education)	Med School: University of Pennsylvania	Med School: UT Southwestern Medical School	Med School: University of Missouri School of Medicine
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BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

UT Health Science Center at San Antonio1998

UT Health Science Center at San Antonio1996

Medical School

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

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Where is Dr. Shawn Abel's office located?: Dr. Shawn Abel's office is located at 511 W FM 544 Ste 201, Murphy, TX, 75094.
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What languages does Dr. Shawn Abel speak?: Dr. Shawn Abel speaks English and Spanish.
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