About
Dr. Hannah Shelton, DO, is a board-certified family physician and the founder of Advocate Direct Care in Conroe, Texas. She grew up in Dallas after being born in Austin, ran cross country at Highland Park High School, and later studied psychology at the University of Georgia. Texas drew her back to pursue medicine. She earned a Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences from The University of North Texas Health Science Center, then completed her Doctorate of Medicine at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth. She trained with the Conroe Medical Education Foundation in affiliation with the Lone Star Family Health Center.
Dr. Shelton chose family medicine because she values long-term relationships with patients across every stage of life, from infants to older adults. , she incorporates osteopathic manipulation into her clinical toolkit. She is passionate about preventive medicine, sports medicine, and making primary care genuinely affordable. Outside the clinic, she enjoys traveling, scuba diving, wake-surfing, and cooking alongside her husband Austin and their yellow Lab, Remy. She is a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in the Conroe community.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Georgia (Psychology)
Medical School
Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, Fort Worth - Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.); Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences, The University of North Texas Health Science Center
Residency
Conroe Medical Education Foundation in affiliation with the Lone Star Family Health Center
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shelton right for?
Dr. Shelton works well with patients across all life stages, from newborns to older adults. Patients managing chronic conditions or seeking proactive preventive care benefit from her thorough, relationship-driven approach. Athletes and active individuals appreciate her sports medicine background. Families looking for a single physician who knows every member of the household are a natural fit for her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shelton treats a broad range of conditions across all age groups. Her clinical focus includes chronic disease management, preventive care, urgent and sick visits, and sports medicine. She also handles dermatology concerns, women's health, mental health and wellness, and weight management. O. lets her add osteopathic manipulation to treatment plans when appropriate.
Yes, Dr. Shelton holds board certification as a family physician. She earned her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine in Fort Worth and completed her residency with the Conroe Medical Education Foundation in affiliation with the Lone Star Family Health Center.
Dr. Shelton performs a wide range of procedures directly in the office, with no extra cost to members. These include laceration repair, joint injections, cryotherapy, trigger point injections, EKG, spirometry, skin biopsies, cyst and lipoma removal, Pap smears, casting and splinting, and osteopathic manipulation, among others.
Yes, Dr. Shelton incorporates osteopathic manipulation into her clinical practice. , she uses this hands-on technique alongside conventional treatments to address musculoskeletal issues and support overall health. Membership covers this service at no additional cost.
Yes, Dr. Shelton makes house calls when the situation calls for it. She also offers pediatric home visits as part of her service scope. Members can reach her 24/7 by call, text, or video for issues that do not require an in-person visit.
Dr. Shelton grew up in Dallas and studied psychology at the University of Georgia before returning to Texas for medical training. O. at the Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her residency training took place with the Conroe Medical Education Foundation in affiliation with the Lone Star Family Health Center.
Dr. Shelton sees patients at every stage of life, from infants to older adults. She offers well child visits, sports physicals, well-woman exams, family planning, and geriatric primary care. Families can list all household members under one practice relationship.
Advocate Direct Care currently nears its patient-member capacity. Prospective patients should contact the practice directly to check availability. A $100 registration fee applies for new members who enroll.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026