Shawna L. De Graff Roberson, DO

Media Releases

Get to know Internist Dr. Shawna L. DeGraff-Roberson, who serves patients in Arvada, Colorado.

A practicing internist, Dr. DeGraff-Roberson works with patients at the Family Health Care Center in Arvada, Colorado. She is proficient in acupuncture and prolotherapy along with ultrasound guided injections, and is an expert in non-surgical orthopedics.

Family Health Care Center is a family practice established in 1987. Treating patients of all ages, their mission is to assist patients in achieving optimal health with their knowledge and skills, utilizing the body’s inherent ability to heal.

Upon completion of her Bachelor of Arts degree in Kinesiology and Master of Arts degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Northern Colorado, Dr. DeGraff-Roberson went on to earn her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree at Nova Southeastern University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. She then went on to finish her residency in internal medicine at Broward General Medical Center, and her fellowship in osteopathic manipulative treatment at Larkin Community Hospital.

Passionate about her profession, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine (AOBIM). The AOBIM is an organization that provides board certification to qualified Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine who specialize in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease in adults.

Furthermore, she is board-certified in neuromusculoskeletal medicine and osteopathic manipulative medicine (NMM/OMM) by the American Osteopathic Board of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine.

On a professional level, Dr. DeGraff-Roberson is a proud member of the American Osteopathic Association, the American Academy of Osteopathic Internal Medicine, the Florida Medical Association, and the Cranial Academy.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

On a more personal note, Dr. DeGraff-Roberson is married to her husband, Greg. She is a Colorado native who enjoys mountain biking, skiing, and other outdoor activities.

Recommended Articles

• Childhood Alzheimer's Patient Dies due to Accident in Hospice Care

  Mark and Lisa Bushaway, both 48 years old and living in the UK, grieve the loss of their 21-year-old daughter Emily due to Neimann-Pick Type C, otherwise known as childhood Alzheimer's, and are devastated to learn their younger daughter Sarah also has the genetic disorder.“With one, you think you...

• What Is a Massive Stroke?

  A massive stroke occurs when the blood flow to the brain is interrupted. This deprives the brain tissues of enough oxygen. This may have devastating consequences. Usually, a massive stroke is fatal, making the recovery long and delicate. However, if a quick response is made, the victim can...

• Depakote Drug Interactions: What to Avoid

  Drug interactionWhen a substance affects the effectiveness of another drug due to their combined use, it is known as a drug interaction. The interaction can be either an increase or decrease in the effect of the drug, or it may cause an entirely new effect. Generally, interaction takes place between...

• Town Rallies for Boy Who Suffers with Muscular Dystrophy

  Christian Dunn is a 2-year-old with a rare form of congenital muscular dystrophy called Congenital LMNA muscular dystrophy. Christian’s muscular dystrophy weakens his muscles as time progresses. He is unable to sit unassisted, Christian can’t stand, and he will never walk. ...

• Dementia Simulator Puts Caregivers in Patients' POV

  Dementia is a complex ailment that can be challenging for caregivers and healthcare providers. Dementia simulation is one of the best ways of creating a near-reality experience while also exposing healthcare providers to the ups and downs of living with dementia.Statistics show that this condition...

• Is Tramadol a Narcotic?

  Most tramadol users are not aware of the drug's specifications. Therefore, there is always confusion as to whether tramadol is a narcotic or not. The truth of the matter is that this medicine works like a narcotic but is not categorized as one. It is only referred to as "narcotic-like".Tramadol is...