About Shonte Drakeford**If you are seeking primary care (not mental health) and using Maryland Medicaid MCO, then please obtain a referral from your current primary care provider or switch your primary care provider to the one you are booking with. ** Mrs. Shonte Drakeford is a positive outgoing Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Provider specializing in Adult-Gerontology where she provides evidenced based care for ages 13 and older. Compassion and Education are central components in managing the care of her patients in the community. She has a total of over 16 years of experience in the medical field as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner where she has practiced in various healthcare settings around the United States providing preventative care, referrals to specialists, and treating patients with a variety of illnesses and injuries. She is also a team player by collaborating with her colleagues. Her goals are to ensure you are heard and feel safe with the care you receive. Mrs. Shonte Drakeford received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Bowie State University and her Master of Science as a Nurse Practitioner at Ball State University. In her spare time, she operates a full farm, cooks, does video gaming, and travels.show more