About
Dr. Sharon Chaney is a board-certified internist practicing concierge medicine in Vestavia, Alabama. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology, Summa Cum Laude, from Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida in 1994. K. viral vector. She went on to earn her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in Mobile in 1999.
Dr. Chaney completed both her internship and residency in Internal Medicine at The Baptist Health System in Birmingham, finishing her residency in 2002. She holds certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains hospital affiliation with Trinity Medical Center. Her clinical focus includes chronic disease management, preventive care, and wellness planning, with particular experience treating type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. She has pursued personalized, relationship-driven medicine throughout her career. She treats each patient encounter as a team effort, spending time on lifestyle, nutrition, and prevention to help patients build a genuine path to better health.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Eckerd College, B.S. Biology, Summa Cum Laude, 1994
Medical School
University of Alabama School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1999
Residency
Internal Medicine, The Baptist Health System, Birmingham, AL, 1999-2002
Additional Training
Internship: Internal Medicine, The Baptist Health System, Birmingham, AL, 1999-2000; Research Assistant, University of South Alabama Dept. of Microbiology, gene therapy via B.K. viral vector, 1995
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Chaney right for?
Dr. Chaney is a strong fit for adults who want a physician deeply familiar with their full health history. Patients managing chronic conditions like type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from her proactive, prevention-first approach. She works well with patients who value a true partnership in their care, including active participation in wellness planning. Adults seeking consistent, direct access to their physician, including after-hours contact, will find her model especially well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Chaney specializes in internal medicine with a strong focus on chronic disease management and preventive care. She regularly treats patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Her approach addresses these conditions through a combination of medical management, lifestyle guidance, and nutrition.
Dr. Chaney treats care as a team effort between physician and patient. She works to understand each patient's full health history, then builds a plan around lifestyle, nutrition, and prevention. She draws on Plato's principle that the whole person must be well for any part to be well.
Yes, Dr. Chaney holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She earned her Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Alabama School of Medicine and completed her residency at The Baptist Health System in Birmingham.
Dr. Chaney earned her medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine in 1999. She completed her internal medicine internship and residency at The Baptist Health System in Birmingham, Alabama, finishing in 2002. Earlier in her career, she conducted microbiology research at the University of South Alabama.
Yes, Dr. Chaney provides 24/7 physician access to her members. Patients can reach her by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent concerns. This direct access is a core feature of her MDVIP practice.
Members always see Dr. Chaney directly at every office visit. Her practice does not substitute nurse practitioners or physician assistants for appointments with her. That consistency is a deliberate part of how she builds long-term patient relationships.
Dr. Chaney delivers a comprehensive annual wellness assessment through the MDVIP Wellness Program. This includes extensive health screenings and a custom wellness plan tailored to each member. She uses these sessions to review detailed feedback and keep patients on track with their health goals.
Yes, Dr. Chaney can help members arrange care with a local hospital, pharmacy, or physician when they need medical attention while traveling. For patients requiring specialist care beyond what is locally available, she can also connect members with Medical Centers of Excellence across the country.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026