Shawna Gifford, MD

I'm Shawna Gifford, MD, and I joined Phelps Health as a pediatrician in 2014. I see patients from newborn to age 18. In addition to well-child visits, I also care for children who were born prematurely and those with special needs and developmental delays.

My collaborating provider is Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Angie Watkins.

Growing up, my interests included – and still include – science, medicine, farming and family. Pediatrics ties these interests together and keeps me young – I get to hang out with kids all day!

As a pediatrician, I have a mellow, go-with-the-flow approach. I will be honest with you, the parent or guardian(s), give you my best advice and then work together to develop a plan that works best for your child.

I grew up on a family farm near Laquey, Missouri, (just outside of Rolla) and still live there today. Outside of work, my hobbies include beekeeping, pyrotechnics and farming. Phelps Health is a great fit for me, as it allows me the opportunity to live close to my family.