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Shawn Centers, MD, Pediatrics, Chandler, AZ

ShawnKristianCentersMD(H), DO(H), FACOP, BCIP(He/Him)

Pediatrics Chandler, AZ

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, Neurodevelopmental Disabilities, Medical Toxicology

Chief Medical Officer The Integrative HOPE Center of Arizona

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  • Office

    The Integrative HOPE Center of Arizona
    2820 S Alma School Rd
    Chandler, AZ 85286
    Phone+1 877-614-4673
    Fax+1 619-419-0171
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Summary

  • Shawn K. Centers, MD(H), FACOP, BCIM, BCIP, is an Arizona licensed Homeopathic and Integrative Physician, the Director of Medical Education for AutismOne, and an internationally known expert and professor of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr Centers maintains a specialized consulting practice with an emphasis on rare, difficult to treat, developmental and neurological disorders including children with epilepsy, cerebral palsy, immune disorders (including Lyme Disease, PANDAS/PANS), learning disorders, attention deficit disorder, asthma, allergy, autism, traumatic brain injury, and rare diseases.  He has exceptional skill  in using Homeopathic & Integrative Medicine, Craniosacral Osteopathy, Energy Medicine, and Biomedical Approaches in finding health for patients. Dr. Centers is board certified in pediatrics, is a founding Diplomate of the American Board of Holistic and Integrative Medicine, and was founding Chair of the Board of  Integrative Pediatrics. He is a former Chief Resident in Pediatrics at the Children’s Hospital of New Jersey. Dr. Centers was the lead author of the pediatrics section of Foundations in Osteopathic Medicine the official text of the American Osteopathic Association used at over 300 medical schools worldwide.

    Dr. Centers is a Fellow of the American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians (FACOP), the American Association of Integrative Medicine (FAAIM), the American College of Integrative Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Pediatric Osteopathy. In addition to his medical degree, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Georgetown College. He studied herbal medicine under John R. Christopher. He has extensively studied the techniques of John Grinder, Richard Bandler, and Thad Everet James. Centers utilizes the Time Line Therapy techniques developed by Tad James, PhD. Dr. Centers is also a Master Trainer of Neurolinquistic Programming and Time Therapy.
  • Holistic Pediatrician | Children's HOPE Center | Chandler, Arizona

    The Integrative HOPE Center of Arizona Founded to help children and families reach the optimum of their potential, The HOPE Center is a world-renowned leader in

Clinical Expertise

  • Osteopathic medicine, Homeopathic medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, Clinical Nutrition

Education & Training

  • Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
    Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical CenterChief Residency, Pediatrics, 1998 - 1999
  • Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic MedicineClass of 1995

Certifications & Licensure

  • AZ State Medical License
    AZ State Medical License 1999 - 2023
  • FL State Medical License
    FL State Medical License 1998 - 2000
  • NJ State Medical License
    NJ State Medical License 1998 - 1999
  • AOA Board of Pediatrics Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine
  • AOA Board of Pediatrics Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine
  • National Board of Physicians and Surgeons Pediatrics
  • American Academy of OsteopathyPresident, American Academy of Pediatric Osteopathy
  • American Board of Integrative MedicineBoard Certification of Integrative Pediatrics

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • "Top Pediatrician" in San Diego County, California International Association of Pediatricians (IAP) 2009, 2009
  • Distinguished Fellow in Pediatrics American Pediatrics Council, 2006

Publications & Presentations

Books/Book Chapters

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Osteopathic Pediatricians
    Fellow
  • American Association of Integrative Medicine
    Fellow
  • American Academy of Pediatric Osteopathy
    Fellow
  • Osteopathic Cranial Academy
    Member