About Dr. Shelley

Training

1996 Completed Residency in Obstetrics-Gynecology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
1992 Doctor of Medicine, Temple University School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
1988 Bachelor of Arts, Biology, Swarthmore College, Swarthmore, PA

Awards and Honors

2006 "Locals Choice Gold Award" for "Best Ob-Gyn", Glenwood Springs Post Independent
1992 Awarded "Best Student in Obstetrics-Gynecology" by Temple University School of Medicine Faculty
1992 Elected to Alpha Omega Alpha, Medical Education Honor Society
1988 Graduated with "Distinction" in Biology Major from Swarthmore College
1988 Elected to Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society Chapter at Swarthmore College

Since 1995 as a fourth-year resident, I have offered obstetric and gynecologic services to the women and families of the Roaring Fork Valley. In my fifteen-year career as a physician I've delivered over two thousand babies and performed thousand of surgeries ranging from minimally invasive techniques to treat bleeding or pain to complex pelvic reconstruction for prolapse and incontinence.

I've earned a reputation for being a person who listens, a supportive bith professional, and a stellar surgeon.

I vigorously maintain cutting edge medical knowledge and surgical skills to assist you with a wide range of general, gynecologic, and pregnancy-related health concerns.

I moved to the Roaring Fork Valley in 1996 upon completing my post-graduate training at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver to join a group practice of physicians and certified nurse midwives. In 2005 I embarked on a solo-physician practice and founded Alpine Women's Care to offer my clients a more personal experience.

Although I was trainied in allopathic medicine and surgery, I avail you of many healing techniques, tailored to your specific situation, mind-frame, and health concerns. I employ complementary and alternative medicine when they are scientifically verified. These include cognitive therapy, physical therapy and exercise, yoga, nutrition therapy, bioidentical hormones, and herbal supplements.

My mission is to hear you and empower you with confidence, education, and treatment options for you to master your physical and emotional well-being.