Shawna Gifford, MD
Phelps Health
Accepting New Patients
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About Me
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 providers are pediatric nurse practitioner's Angie Watkins, CPNP, MSN, APRN and Sara Bayless, CPNP.
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.
Education & Training
Medical School University of Missouri-Columbia School of Medicine, Columbia, Missouri
Residency Marshfield Clinic/St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield, Wisconsin
Awards & Honors
Dr. Gifford received the Preceptor of the Year Award for 2020-21. The award recognizes Dr. Gifford's outstanding contributions to medical education in south-central Missouri. Students in the Mid-Missouri AHEC (Area Health Education Center) program at Phelps Health chose Dr. Gifford to receive the honor.
Insurance
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