Dr. Shelly Rae Dawson, MD

Dr. Shelly Dawson is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Virginia. With 24 years of experience in family medicine, she provides comprehensive healthcare for patients across all age groups. Dr. Dawson is fluent in Korean and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Dawson practices at multiple locations throughout the Monterey Peninsula area, including Marina, Salinas, and Monterey, California. She is affiliated with Salinas Valley Health Medical Center and Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula. Her clinical focus includes treating obesity and weight management issues in both adults and children. She also provides specialized care for mood disorders in pediatric patients and offers preventive services such as tuberculosis screening and COVID-19 testing.