Dr. Deborah S. Skelton, MD | Jackson, MS | Gastroenterologist | US News Doctors

Overview

Dr. Deborah S. Skelton is a gastroenterologist in Jackson, Mississippi and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including Mississippi Baptist Medical Center and Merit Health River Oaks. She received her medical degree from University of Mississippi School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. Dr. Deborah S. Skelton has expertise in treating colonoscopy, upper gi endoscopy, among other conditions - see all areas of expertise. Dr. Deborah S. Skelton accepts Humana, Cigna - see other insurance plans accepted.

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Specialties

Specialty

Gastroenterology

Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat problems of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, liver and intestines. Common conditions seen by gastroenterologists include swallowing problems (dysphagia), inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease) and fatty liver disease.

Subspecialties

General Gastroenterology

Doctor's Details

Patient Experience

Patient Awards

Listens attentively

Practices at Best Hospital

Listens attentively

Rated highly on their manner and listening skills.

Practices at Best Hospital

This doctor practices at a U.S. News Best Regional Hospital

Overall Patient Experience

Very Positive

(4/5)

29 Reviews Total|0 Reviews Within Last 12 Months

Provider's follow-up

Previous patients' satisfaction of the followup care they received from this physician and responsiveness to their concerns

Very Positive

(4/5)

Amount of Time with Patient

Previous patients' satisfaction with the time this physician spent with them during appointments

Very Positive

(4/5)

Provider's Attitude

Previous patients' assessment of this physician's friendliness and caring attitude

Excellent

(5/5)

Perceived Outcomes

Previous patients' satisfaction with the physician's treatment of a condition or outcome of a procedure

Positive

(3/5)

Patient Loyalty

Previous patients' trust in this physician, likelihood to see this physician again, or willingness to recommend this physician to another patient

Fair

(2/5)

General Feedback

Previous patients' general assessment of this physician

Positive

(3/5)

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Areas of Expertise for Dr. Skelton

This doctor provides the following types of care. The more often a doctor has treated a particular condition or has performed a particular surgery, the more expertise they may have in treating patients with similar needs. Based on three years (2020-2022) of Medicare data, each scale below indicates the volume of episodes compared to other doctors who treat the same condition. Click here to learn more about our methodology.

ColonoscopyA colonoscopy is a procedure to visualize and examine the colon for abnormalities.

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State Average
This Doctor

Most

Upper GI endoscopyUpper GI endoscopy is a procedure to visualize and examine the upper digestive tract.

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State Average
This Doctor

Most

Acid refluxAcid reflux, aslo known as esophagitis or GERD, occurs when stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing a burning sensation in the chest (heartburn).

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Plan Type

Clear

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Location & Contact Information

Doctor Address

971 Lakeland Dr Ste 1160, Jackson, MS, 39216

(601) 981-2404

Affiliated Hospitals

1

Mississippi Baptist Medical Center

2

St. Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital

3

Merit Health River Oaks

Where does Dr. Skelton practice?

Doctor’s Office

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Gastroenterology

Hospital Affiliations

Mississippi Baptist Medical CenterJackson, MS

#1 in Mississippi

High Performing in Colon Cancer Surgery

St. Dominic-Jackson Memorial HospitalJackson, MS

High Performing in Colon Cancer Surgery

Education & Experience

Medical School & Residency

University of Mississippi School of Medicine

Medical School

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Residency, Internal Medicine, 1981-1984

Certifications & Licensure

American Board of Internal Medicine

Certified in Gastroenterology

American Board of Internal Medicine

Certified in Internal Medicine

NC State Medical License

Active through 1988

TX State Medical License

Active through 1987

TN State Medical License

Active through

MS State Medical License

Active through 2024

Awards, Honors & Recognitions

ACG Fellow

Publications

Familial Juvenile Polyposis: Study of a Kindred: Evolution of Polyps and Relationship to Gastrointestinal Carcinoma

Charu Subramony, Carol E. H. Scott-Conner, Deborah Skelton, Terrence J. Hall

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Dr. Skelton's office is located at 971 Lakeland Dr Ste 1160, Jackson, MS. View the map.
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat problems of the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, liver and intestines. Common conditions seen by gastroenterologists include swallowing problems (dysphagia), inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease) and fatty liver disease. See all conditions on Dr. Skelton's profile.

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Doctor's Details

Speaks English
Works at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center

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