About
Dr. Rebecca Shoaf is a board-certified pediatrician who has cared for children in the Greenville, SC area since 2013. She earned her undergraduate degree in Music Therapy from East Carolina University, where she received the Chancellor's Scholar full-ride scholarship and the 1997 ECU University Award for outstanding achievement in academics, service, and leadership. She graduated from the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics before pursuing medicine. East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine recognized her at graduation with the 2001 William E. Laupus Pediatrics Award for the graduating student showing the most promise in pediatrics. She completed her pediatric residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center's Brenner Children's Hospital.
Dr. Shoaf holds board certification in pediatrics since 2004 and serves as a Fellow of the American College of Pediatricians. She completed Tethered Oral Tissues Specialty Training and brings extensive collaborative experience treating orofacial myofunctional disorders, tongue tie, and airway obstruction alongside therapists, dentists, and ENT specialists. She is also a member of the Christian Medical and Dental Association. Outside medicine, Dr. Shoaf is married to Vernon and mothers six children ranging from kindergarten through high school senior. She enjoys hiking, exploring nature, swimming, reading, and harmonizing hymns. Her wide-ranging curiosity drew her first toward music therapy and physical therapy before medicine called her toward the deeper clinical picture she always wanted to pursue.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
East Carolina University, B.S. Music Therapy (Chancellor's Scholar)
Medical School
East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine
Residency
Pediatrics, Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center (Brenner Children's Hospital)
Additional Training
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (high school); Tethered Oral Tissues Specialty Training
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shoaf right for?
Dr. Shoaf is a strong fit for families seeking an unhurried, relationship-driven approach to pediatric care from birth through age 18. Parents of newborns benefit especially from her in-home visit option and lactation support partnerships. Children with tongue tie, airway issues, or orofacial myofunctional disorders benefit from her specialty training and established referral network. Families managing chronic pediatric conditions or navigating complex subspecialty care will find Dr. Shoaf an engaged advocate and coordinator. Expectant parents can enroll prenatally and receive priority placement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shoaf has specialty training in orofacial myofunctional disorders, including tongue tie and airway obstruction. She completed Tethered Oral Tissues Specialty Training and collaborates with orofacial myofunctional therapists, feeding therapists, dentists, and ENT specialists. She also treats the full range of acute and chronic pediatric conditions.
Yes. Dr. Shoaf has held board certification in pediatrics since 2004. She also serves as a Fellow of the American College of Pediatricians.
Dr. Shoaf earned her medical degree from East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, where she received the 2001 William E. Laupus Pediatrics Award. She completed her pediatric residency at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center, training at Brenner Children's Hospital.
Dr. Shoaf has cared for pediatric patients in the Greenville, SC area since 2013. She founded BridgeWay Pediatrics to practice pediatric medicine the way she always believed it should work.
Yes. Dr. Shoaf provides direct physician access any time, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Members reach her directly, not a nurse triage line.
Yes. Dr. Shoaf makes in-home visits for newborns within 15 miles of the office. She also coordinates closely with Nourish Integrative Lactation and Wellness for breastfeeding support.
Dr. Shoaf treats each child as a whole person within the context of their family. She takes time to understand biological, developmental, and environmental factors that affect a child's health. Well visits run a full hour, giving families unhurried time to address all their questions.
Yes. Dr. Shoaf completed Tethered Oral Tissues Specialty Training and has extensive experience with tongue tie, airway obstruction, and orofacial myofunctional dysfunction. She works closely with a network of therapists, dentists, and ENT specialists to coordinate comprehensive care.
Yes. BridgeWay Pediatrics prioritizes prenatal enrollments. Expectant parents can contact Dr. Shoaf before delivery to get acquainted, ask questions, and plan the first newborn home visit.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026