Dr. Melinda E Shelton MD
Pediatrician
350 Winn Way Decatur GA, 30030About
Dr. Melinda Shelton is a pediatrician practicing in Decatur, GA. Dr. Shelton is a doctor who specializes in the health care of children. As a pedicatrician, Dr. Shelton diagnoses and treats infections, injuries, diseases and other disorders in children. Pediatricians typically work with infants, children, teenagers and young adults up to age 21. They practice medical care as well as preventative health care. Dr. Shelton can oversee and manage the physical, mental and emotional health of their patients.
Education and Training
Emory University School Of Medicine
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- Asthma
- Ear Infection
- Acid Reflux
- Seborrheic Dermatitis
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (copd)
- Tonsillitis
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