Overview
Richard Shelton is a Psychiatrist in Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Shelton is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizophrenia, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 197 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1720 7th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
1717 6th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Richard Shelton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Shelton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Richard Shelton by calling their office at 205-975-9295. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Richard Shelton a top-rated expert for Major Depression?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Richard Shelton is classified as an Elite expert for Major Depression, 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. Richard Shelton specialize in?
While Dr. Richard Shelton is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Schizophrenia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Dr. Richard Shelton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Richard Shelton has published 197 articles and abstracts on conditions like Major Depression. You can view a list of Dr. Richard Shelton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Richard Shelton accept my insurance?
Dr. Richard Shelton accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 205-975-9295 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Elite
- Major DepressionDr. Shelton isElite. Learn about Major Depression.
- Distinguished
- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Shelton isDistinguished. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Experienced
- SchizophreniaDr. Shelton isExperienced. Learn about Schizophrenia.
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Shelton isExperienced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).