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Candace Chafton, FNP-C

Phelps Health

Candace Chafton, FNP

Accepting New Patients

Specialties

ENT/Allergy
Allergy

Gender

Female

Special Interests

Allergies, including alpha-gal
Ear wax removal
ENT care
Foreign body removal (ears, nose)
Hearing loss (tinnitus)

Board Certifications

American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

About Me

I’m Candace Chafton, a family nurse practitioner (FNP-C) specializing in ENT/allergy, with Phelps Health. My collaborating physicians include ENT/Allergy Physician Brian Kriete, MD and Family Medicine Physician Matthew Hurley, MD.

In addition to general ENT (ear, nose and throat) concerns, I see patients of all ages for allergies, including environmental, food, penicillin and alpha-gal allergies. I also treat vertigo/dizziness, salivary gland issues, lymph node enlargement, skin lesions and migraines.

Since childhood, I’ve wanted to work in the medical field. My original plan was to become a physician, but I landed on the career of family nurse practitioner, and it’s been a great fit. 

Prior to becoming an FNP, I worked in the operating room (OR) as a tech and then as a nurse for 16 years with Phelps Health. The decision to work with a surgeon, then, was a logical choice. I am familiar with surgery, making it easy to educate my patients. I also enjoy the variety of ages that I get to see in the ENT/allergy specialty.

Having grown up in this area, with several years of nursing experience, gives me a familiar connection to many of my patients. I strive to make my patients comfortable, and they aren’t afraid to open up to me.

I live in Salem with my significant other, two dogs and two cats. I also have two adult children, both of whom are married. When I’m not seeing patients, I enjoy camping, fishing, Fox Trotter horses, horse shows, hiking and birdwatching.

Education & Training

Undergraduate School Central Methodist University, Fayette, Missouri, Southwest Baptist University, Bolivar, Missouri

Graduate School University of Central Missouri, Warrensburg, Missouri

Insurance

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Ratings and Reviews

Provider Overall Quality of Care

The physician and advance practice provider star ratings are an average based on the data collected from the Phelps Health post-visit surveys. 4.9
4.9 out of 5 (425 Ratings, 27 comments)
Dec 11, 2024
Everything was great, think she is very interested in solving or helping me with all my sinus problems.
Dec 10, 2024
I was seen in a timely manner and everyone was very nice
Dec 5, 2024
Everyone there is very respectful and caring
Dec 2, 2024
excellent service
Dec 2, 2024
Great team
Dec 2, 2024
Was not told exactly what prescriptions were being ordered for my sinuses
Nov 20, 2024
Made me feel at ease. Treated me like a person, not a number.
Oct 17, 2024
Everyone that we talked with up there was very nice, polite the doctor we seen was very nice. She explained everything. And what they would do on my next visit
Oct 15, 2024
She listened to me and answered my questions. Clearly explained what the treatment would be.
Oct 10, 2024
Everything from making the appointment to getting my prescription went as well as it possibly could. Keep up the good work!
Oct 10, 2024
I was a little early for my appointment and the staff was able to take care of me with only a short wait. Very nice group of people!
Oct 2, 2024
Quick response in and out and actually listened
Oct 2, 2024
Candace is awesome!
Sep 23, 2024
Made time in her busy schedule to get me in because she knew I needed some relief. Very satisfied with care provided.
Sep 20, 2024
Great experience!
Sep 20, 2024
The staff, Dr and NP are all excellent, caring and professional.
Sep 18, 2024
She was friendly and explained why my ear getting clogged.
Sep 17, 2024
You listened and took me seriously about my issues.
Sep 16, 2024
Candace was very concerned about my situation with Vertigo. She was very helpful. I appreciated that
Sep 10, 2024
No there is nothing that you could have done better your staff is excellent in what they do
Sep 9, 2024
The entire staff was most accommodating
Aug 28, 2024
I was treated very well but everyone I had contact with during this appointment. Everyone was very friendly and helpful. I was treated like family. They fixed me right up. My problem with my ear was resolved. I wouldn't want them to change a thing. Thank you all.
Aug 27, 2024
Everyone treated me respectfully and did a good job.
Aug 19, 2024
Expertise, professionalism, and courtesy was of highest quality!
Aug 5, 2024
Everyone was great
Aug 5, 2024
Everyone was engaging and throughly answered my questions. I felt heard.
Aug 1, 2024
Everyone was very nice.