Dr Stephanie is always available to me. She's kind, empathetic, caring and thorough. She LISTENS and is thoughtful in her answers. She works with me to make sure of the best possible outcome for my health. I'm so grateful She is my doctor!
Stephanie J. Shell, DO
Port Charlotte, FL 33952 Get Directions
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My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
I am one of the few female physicians practicing in this style of practice in Charlotte County, Florida and proud to be board certified by the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians. As a private doctor, I care for a limited number of patients – just a few hundred instead of the thousands that are typically a part of most primary care practices today. My smaller practice gives me extra time to work very closely with my patients to help them achieve better health. Similar to conveniences often associated with concierge medicine practices, I also offer same- or next-day appointments that start on time.
I am an attending physician at Fawcett Memorial Hospital and Bayfront Medical Center. This means that when you are hospitalized, I will follow you throughout your stay, as I believe you should be cared for by the physician who knows you best – me.
My practice serves all of Charlotte County, including Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Arcadia, Boca Grande and Rotonda West.
Dr. Shell's Credentials
Ohio University, Saint John West Shore Hospital
Westlake, OH
Family Medicine 2000-2002
Sun Coast Hospital
Largo, FL
1999-2000
Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Athens, OH
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 1999
Capital University
Columbus, OH
Bachelor of Arts, Biology and Chemistry 1995
Federal Drug Enforcement Administration
Peace River Medical Center
Urgent Care Physician, Emergency Professional Services Urgicare 2001-2002
Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine
- Community Service Programs 1996-1998
- Comrade 1997
Teaching Assistant, Capitol University 1993-1995
Florida Osteopathic Medical Association
Ohio
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Shell
For 11 years had inflammations due to my allergies to statin ….Dr Shell propose a medication without statin to lower cholestorol (came out 2002) Now my allergie diminished…..I fell must better every day… Now I can enjoy life…..Thank to Dr Shell I live each day without pain …..Thank you….
I love my Dr Stephanie Shell. She is so compassionate and a great listener. I feel like we are a team in my care. Nothing but great things for my Dr. she is truly amazing and love that we found her when we moved to Punta Gorda Florida 7 years ago.
She always find the specialist when we need one. Always keeps me informed and takes great care of my medical problems.
Dr Shell is a great doctor. During my exams she takes the time to discuss everything. I am never short changed. She is the one that worked to get me a referral for a lump in my breast. The biopsy was negative but she wanted an MRI as well since the lump was getting larger and was painful. Since a surgeon had to concur, she referred me for the consult. The surgeon said it needed to be… See more
After several weeks of a swollen knee, I made an appointment with my concierge doctor, Dr Stephanie Shell. After seeing my knee, she ordered an x-ray immediately which I had the next day. X-ray results showed that I needed an MRI. She ordered the MRI less than a week later. MRI showed torn meniscus(s) and possible fracture.
She was able to get me into a top rated orthopedic surgeon… See more
I've seen Dr. Stephanie Shell in Port Charlotte FL for approx 4 years. I had breast cancer while in Ohio for summer (snowbird). Sshe called frequently, kept up with all my appts and surgery. But more amazing to me was this past summer i was assaulted in Ohio (was ok) but she heard about it from my friend who's her patient and she called me to see if i was ok! Wanted to know how/what/hurt etc.… See more
My husband and I signed up with Blue Ocean Health Care in Port Charlotte, FL, when we moved here in summer of 2020. We have never been part of concierge medical system prior to this and we are so pleased with our doctors and with MDVIP in general. In July of 2022, I contacted covid while in Gibraltar. I was alone at the time and fortunately staying in a hotel that had a restaurant on site. It… See more
Based on results of recent bloodwork, my family history, and my own AFib diagnosis, Dr. Stephanie Shell recommended that I begin taking a statin daily to help reduce my high cholesterol. I refused stating that I’d alter my diet instead. After a thorough explanation of the situation and offering several alternative courses of action including taking the medication every other day or even 2… See more
Dr. Stephanie Shell is the first doctor I have ever felt truly comfortable talking too. I am very grateful to be a healthy person, but it is so comforting to me, that when I have had any issues at all, she always responds with good advice and in a caring way. I am 72 years old and appreciate the MDVIP program.
I had a stroke last year and asked for her help on a number of issues. She was always there for me. She also went out of her way to visit me. It meant a lot. One time we were talking and I said the one thing I missed the most was Dairy Queen ice cream. When I went to see her a few weeks later, she had a Dairy Queen cone waiting for me. I never have a problem getting hold of her and her… See more