Telehealth Doctor in West Virginia: See a Family Doctor Online From Home
Dr. Shakeilla Howell is now seeing patients across West Virginia by secure video. Get checkups, chronic condition care, prescriptions, and lab work handled without the long drive or the crowded waiting room. Patients age 12 and up are welcome.
Availability
Mon, Tue, Thu & Fri
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM ET
Real Primary Care Without the Drive
In West Virginia, seeing a doctor can take most of your day. More than half of the state's counties are designated as medically underserved, which means fewer doctors and longer waits.
That's a lot to ask when all you need is a blood pressure check or a medication review. Telehealth brings the doctor to you, whether you're in Charleston, a holler outside Beckley, or on a lunch break in Morgantown.
ABOUT
Dr. Shakeilla Howell, MD
Board-Certified Integrative & Family Medicine Physician in multiple states
Dr. Shakeilla Howell (formerly Dr. Smithbey) is a family medicine doctor board-certified physician in Integrative and Family Medicine and the founder of Tree of Life Integrative Family Medicine. She started her practice for patients who were tired of feeling rushed and unheard.
Her approach is integrative and whole-person. That means she treats your symptoms with evidence-based medicine, and she also looks at what's driving them: your sleep, stress, nutrition, gut health, and faith. Patients describe her visits as unhurried, warm, and practical.
Dr. Howell is licensed in West Virginia, California, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas, & Wisconsin. She also hosts a health podcast featuring doctors and wellness experts.
The Benefits of Telehealth for West Virginia Families
No more long drives on mountain roads.
Skip the hour in the car, the gas money, and the trouble of finding a ride. Your visit starts when you tap a link.
Weather won't cancel your care.
Snow, ice, and fog can shut down a trip to town. A video visit goes ahead as planned, so your refill and follow-up don't get pushed back.
More time with your doctor.
Without a packed waiting room, Dr. Howell isn't rushing to the next patient. You get time to ask questions and actually understand your plan.
Less time off work.
Most visits fit into a lunch hour. No half day off, no lost wages for a 15-minute appointment.
The same doctor every time.
This isn't an app that connects you to whoever's on shift. Dr. Howell gets to know you, your history, and your goals, and follows your care over time.
Easier care for ongoing conditions
Living with high blood pressure, diabetes, or a thyroid condition means regular check-ins. Telehealth makes it easier to stay on track, so small problems get caught early.
Care for the whole family.
Dr. Howell sees patients age 12 and up, so parents and teens can stay with the same trusted doctor.
What Most People Don't Know Telehealth Can Do
A lot of people think a virtual visit is only for a cold or a quick question. Here's what you can actually get done without leaving home:
Blood work at a lab near you.
Dr. Howell orders your labs, you get a quick blood draw at a nearby lab, and she reviews the results with you by video.
Prescriptions sent to your pharmacy.
Your medication goes straight to the pharmacy you choose, from a big chain to a small-town drugstore.
Specialist referrals.
If you need a cardiologist, endocrinologist, or another specialist, she'll coordinate the referral.
Your yearly wellness visit.
Many preventive check-ins, health screenings, and risk reviews can happen by video.
Mental health support.
Talking about anxiety, low mood, or stress is often easier from the comfort of your own home.
Nutrition and lifestyle coaching.
Get real guidance on food, sleep, and stress that fits your life, not a one-size-fits-all handout.
When You'll Still Need In-Person Care
Telehealth handles a lot, but not everything. If you need a hands-on exam, an X-ray, stitches, or urgent treatment, Dr. Howell will tell you and help you find the right local next step. For a medical emergency, always call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Serving Patients Across West Virginia
We see patients anywhere in the state, including Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, Parkersburg, Wheeling, Beckley, Martinsburg, Fairmont, Clarksburg, and the rural counties in between. If you're in West Virginia during your visit, you're covered.
PERSONALIZED CARE
Conditions We Treat
We manage a wide range of chronic, acute, and preventive health needs virtually, including hypertension, diabetes and prediabetes, high cholesterol, thyroid disorders, obesity, menopause and hormonal wellness, anxiety, depression, and stress, sleep concerns, and general primary care needs.
Diabetes & Prediabetes
Hypertension
Menopause & Hormonal Wellness
High Cholesterol
Anxiety
Depression
Thyroid Disorders
Sleep Concerns
Obesity
General Primary Care
How Your Virtual Visit Works
STEP 1
Book or inquire online or by phone
STEP 2
Insurance verification
STEP 5
Receive your care plan, labs, referrals, and follow-up recommendations
STEP 3
Complete intake forms & registration
STEP 4
Attend your secure, HIPAA-compliant video visit
Full details available on our
How Virtual Visits Work page.
COVERAGE
Insurance We Accept
We accept many major commercial insurance plans as well as Medicare, including Aetna, AmeriHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield Horizon, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna, Clover Health, Coventry First Health PPO, Galaxy Health Network, InterGroup Services, New Jersey Health Plan, QualCare, UnitedHealthcare, and WellCare. Coverage varies by plan, so we encourage patients to verify their benefits before scheduling. Out-of-network and self-pay options are also available.
Clover Health
UnitedHealthcare
New Jersey Health Plan
Aetna
Coventry First Health PPO
Cigna
QualCare
AmeriHealth
WellCare
BCBS Horizon
Medicare
Pennsylvania Telehealth FAQs
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Most new patients can be seen as soon as the next day. Once you complete your registration, you can book the next available appointment with Dr. Howell, with no months-long waitlist.
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Yes. New patients age 12 and older can book online or call 609-354-5553.
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For many primary care needs, like managing blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid problems, and mental health, a video visit covers what you need. When a hands-on exam is required, Dr. Howell will let you know.
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Yes. When clinically appropriate, prescriptions are sent electronically to your pharmacy of choice anywhere in Indiana.
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Yes. When clinically appropriate, prescriptions are sent electronically to the pharmacy of your choice anywhere in Indiana.
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Just a smartphone, tablet, or computer with an internet connection — no app download or special equipment required.
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Many primary care and integrative medicine concerns can be managed virtually, including diabetes and prediabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, weight management, thyroid disorders, menopause and hormonal wellness, anxiety, and depression.
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Yes. Dr. Howell sees patients age 12 and up. A parent or guardian joins visits for minors.
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Every visit runs on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform, so your health information is protected no matter where in Indiana you're joining from.
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A wide range of primary care and integrative medicine concerns, including diabetes and prediabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, weight management, thyroid disorders, menopause and hormonal wellness, anxiety, and depression.
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Yes. Dr. Howell works alongside your current specialists and can coordinate new referrals when needed.
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Yes. Every visit happens on a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform.
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You need to be physically in a state where Dr. Howell is licensed during your visit. If you'll be traveling, let us know and we'll reschedule. (Telehealth.HHS.gov)
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No. If you have a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Book Your Virtual Visit Today
Your health shouldn't depend on how far you live from a clinic. Get unhurried, whole-person primary care from anywhere in West Virginia. West Virginia residents can book a virtual visit with Dr. Howell online or by calling/texting 609-354-5553.