Overview
Mehdi Shelhamer is an Intensive Care Medicine provider practicing medicine in Grand Junction, Colorado. He has been practicing medicine for over 21 years.
His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), COVID-19, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).
Dr. Shelhamer is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles.
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Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.
Accepted insurance plans:
- EPO
- HMO
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- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- OTHER MEDICARE
- PPO
- HMO
- POS
- EPO
Locations
2635 North 7th Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501
1650 Cochrane Circle, Building 1, Fort Carson, CO 80913
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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"Dr. Thornton is originally from Boulder, Colorado. She earned her bachelor's degree in Biology at the University of Colorado in Denver followed by her medical degree at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver, Colorado. Following her medical education, she moved to Sacramento, California to complete an Internal Medicine residency and a Pulmonary Critical Care fellowship at the University of California Davis. Dr. Thornton had an affinity for science at a young age but initially had a career in Business. Her desire to help others and intense interest in medicine brought her into the medical field.""I believe it is still a privilege to serve others as a physician. As a critical care physician, I often find myself in the midst of the most difficult decisions a patient or their family members will have to make. It is an honor to share these moments and witness some of the best that being human has to offer. I subscribe to the guidance of one of my mentors: Always do the right thing for the patient.""When not at work, Dr. Thornton enjoys hiking, gardening, cooking and the company of her four dogs.". Her clinical expertise encompasses Collapsed Lung, Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Thornton is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine , and American Board Of Internal Medicine.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer by calling their office at 970-298-9153. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer a top-rated expert for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer is classified as an Experienced expert for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer specialize in?
While Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer is a Intensive Care Medicine, they have specific expertise in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), COVID-19, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Intensive Care Medicine.
Does Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). You can view a list of Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer accept my insurance?
Dr. Mehdi C. Shelhamer accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Medicare. We recommend calling the office directly at 970-298-9153 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)Dr. Shelhamer isExperienced. Learn about Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).
- COVID-19Dr. Shelhamer isExperienced. Learn about COVID-19.
- Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)Dr. Shelhamer isExperienced. Learn about Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).