Summary

Dr. Socorro Shelton specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She earned her medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and brings 19 years of experience to her practice. Dr. Shelton is fluent in both Tagalog and English.

Dr. Shelton practices at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and sees patients at the SIU Medicine Center for Family Medicine in Carbondale, Illinois. She focuses on managing high blood pressure conditions, including emergency situations and pediatric cases. Her approach includes physical therapy techniques, hands-on manual therapy, and strength training programs to help patients achieve better health outcomes. Patients rate Dr. Shelton 3.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 19 years of experience
  • 32 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Tagalog, English
  • University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

SIU Medicine Center for Family Medicine | Carbondale

300 W Oak StCarbondale, IL 62901

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19 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Tagalog, English Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks Spanish, English
Carbondale , ILDES PLAINES , ILMission , TXBolingbrook , IL
Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica, West Indies
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Socorro Shelton

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Upper Peninsula Health Plan
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Socorro Shelton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Socorro Shelton has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

19 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Illinois, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 2007

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Socorro Shelton speak?
Dr. Socorro Shelton speaks Tagalog and English.
Is Dr. Socorro Shelton accepting new patients?
Dr. Socorro Shelton is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Socorro Shelton's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. Socorro Shelton affiliated with?
Dr. Socorro Shelton is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale.
Does Dr. Socorro Shelton accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Socorro Shelton accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Socorro Shelton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Socorro Shelton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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