About
Dr. Chad Sharky is a board-certified physician and the founder of Virtue Medical in Blue Springs, Missouri. He holds dual board certifications from the American Board of Family Medicine and the American Board of Obesity Medicine. That combination shapes his approach across primary care and physician-led weight management.
Dr. Sharky treats the full spectrum of primary care needs, from acute illness to chronic disease management. He also specializes in hormone therapy, including testosterone replacement, HRT, and bioidentical treatments. His clinical focus extends to sexual wellness and hair restoration. He evaluates pilots for FAA Class 2 and Class 3 medical certificates. Outside the clinic, Dr. Sharky stays active outdoors and at the gym, enjoys bike rides in the summer, and spends time with his family. He continually pursues new medical knowledge to bring current thinking into his practice.
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Who is Dr. Sharky right for?
Dr. Sharky is a strong fit for adults and families who want a single physician covering primary care and wellness together. Patients managing weight, hormone imbalances, or chronic conditions benefit from his dual-board background. He also serves licensed and student pilots who need FAA Class 2 or Class 3 medical certificates. Anyone who values direct access to their doctor and unhurried appointments will find his practice model well-suited to their needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Sharky treats acute illnesses, chronic conditions, hormone imbalances, and obesity. His dual board certifications in Family Medicine and Obesity Medicine let him address a wide range of patient needs under one roof. He also manages sexual wellness and hair restoration concerns.
Yes. Dr. Sharky holds board certifications from both the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) and the American Board of Obesity Medicine (ABOM). The ABOM certification reflects specialized training in physician-led medical weight management beyond standard primary care.
Dr. Sharky leads a physician-directed weight management program grounded in his ABOM certification. He uses in-depth lab work to identify underlying contributors to weight gain. Treatment options range from oral medications to injectable therapies. He also offers liposuction for stubborn areas that do not respond to other treatments. Regular body composition check-ins track patient progress throughout.
Dr. Sharky offers testosterone replacement therapy, HRT, and bioidentical hormone treatments. Delivery options include injections, pellets, and topical formulations. He orders comprehensive labs before starting therapy and conducts follow-up visits to monitor results. Sexual wellness care, including treatment for ED, falls within his hormone therapy scope.
Yes. Dr. Sharky is FAA-authorized to conduct Class 2 and Class 3 aviation medical examinations. He performs on-site vision exams as part of the evaluation. He also advises pilots on how chronic conditions and their treatments may affect medical certification.
Dr. Sharky builds preventive care into every patient relationship. He uses annual wellness exams, in-depth lab panels, and body composition assessments to catch problems early. His goal is to move care forward rather than simply react to symptoms as they appear.
Members reach Dr. Sharky by phone or email 24 hours a day, seven days a week. MD patient portal also allows secure messaging directly with the practice. This direct access is a core feature of his direct primary care model.
Yes. Virtue Medical serves the whole family. Dr. Sharky's family medicine background prepares him to care for patients across a wide range of ages and health needs.
Doctor profile last updated June 9, 2026