Dr. Shea Allen
Dr. Shea Allen, MD, embodies the transformative power of functional medicine, having applied its principles to his own life to achieve remarkable personal health improvements. His journey exemplifies the benefits of a comprehensive, patient-centered approach, which he now shares with others to help them reach their health goals.
Dr. Allen began his academic career at Louisiana Tech University, where he graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering and a minor in Chemistry. His exceptional academic achievements earned him numerous honors, including membership in prestigious societies such as Phi Kappa Phi, Tau Beta Pi, and the Gold Humanism Honor Society. He continued his education at the University of Mississippi School of Medicine, earning his Doctorate of Medicine in 2006. Dr. Allen completed his internship and residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS.
With over 15 years of professional experience, Dr. Allen has excelled in various roles, including serving as a hospitalist, medical director, and Chief Medical Informatics Officer. His leadership positions reflect his dedication to improving healthcare delivery, from guiding Electronic Health Record (EHR) implementations to chairing multiple committees focused on quality and patient care.
Currently, Dr. Allen is focused on integrating functional medicine into his practice, combining his extensive medical expertise with innovative, holistic approaches. He is committed to ongoing professional development, continuously advancing his skills to provide expert, cutting-edge care. Through his work, Dr. Allen aims to empower patients to achieve optimal health and well-being, guided by the same principles that have profoundly improved his own life.