3.3
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
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, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.
Dr. Shelton practices at SIU Medicine Center for Family Medicine in Carbondale, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. She has particular expertise in managing high blood pressure conditions, including both routine hypertension and urgent hypertensive emergencies. Her practice also includes pediatric care, ensuring families can receive coordinated healthcare for children and adults in one location. Patients rate Dr. Shelton an average of 3.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Shelton practices at SIU Medicine Center for Family Medicine in Carbondale, Illinois, and maintains hospital privileges at Memorial Hospital of Carbondale. She has particular expertise in managing high blood pressure conditions, including both routine hypertension and urgent hypertensive emergencies. Her practice also includes pediatric care, ensuring families can receive coordinated healthcare for children and adults in one location. Patients rate Dr. Shelton an average of 3.3 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 19 years of experience
- 32 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Tagalog
- 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 Tel: (618) 536-6621
Compare with Similar Doctors
 |  |  |  |
| Socorro Shelton, MD | Helix Virtual Care | Nicole Baldwin, APRN, FNP-BC | Crea Rose, FNP |
| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 19 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 4 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Tagalog | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Carbondale , IL | Boca Raton , FL | Orlando , FL | Salem , IL |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Walden University | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Socorro Shelton
Medical Specialties
Socorro Shelton has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Socorro Shelton has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
19 Years Experience
Socorro Shelton holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 2007.
NPI Number
Socorro Shelton's NPI number is 1780905638.
Similar doctors
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Socorro Shelton accepting new patients?
- Socorro Shelton is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Socorro Shelton's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- What languages does Socorro Shelton speak?
- Socorro Shelton speaks English and Tagalog.
- Does Socorro Shelton accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Socorro Shelton accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Socorro Shelton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Socorro Shelton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Socorro Shelton affiliated with?
- Socorro Shelton is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale.
Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews
Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.
Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.
Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.
