PrimeMD

Kelly Shanor, APRN, FNP‑C, is a board‑certified Family Nurse Practitioner and DOT‑certified medical examiner, dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence‑based, and personalized primary care. She plays an integral role at PrimeMD, supporting the organization’s mission of holistic wellness, preventive care, and lasting patient relationships.
 

Professional Background

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Role

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)

• Board‑Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP‑C)

• DOT‑Certified Medical Examiner (FMCSA)

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Experience

Kelly’s diverse professional background includes:

• Clinical research coordination at Nationwide Children’s Hospital

• Regulatory affairs experience at Medpace

• Medical‑surgical and orthopedic nursing at OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital
   

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Areas of Expertise

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Family Medicine & Primary Care

• Preventive health

• Chronic disease management

• Acute care evaluation

• Lifestyle and wellness counseling
   

DOT Physicals

As a DOT‑certified medical examiner, Kelly provides:

• FMCSA‑compliant commercial driver physicals

• Medical certification exams

• Guidance for ongoing DOT health requirements

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​Education & Credentials

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• Master of Science in Nursing (Family Practice)
  The Ohio State University.
   

• Bachelor of Science in Biology, Wittenberg University
  Graduated with honors; Phi Beta Kappa
   

• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP‑C)
  AANPCB — Issued June 2025

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Patient Care Philosophy

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Kelly emphasizes:

• Compassionate, culturally sensitive care

• Clear communication and health literacy

• Preventive medicine and long‑term wellness

• Empowering patients through education

Her combined expertise in clinical care, research, and DOT medical evaluation allows her to serve a broad patient population with professionalism, empathy, and advanced clinical judgment.

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