About
Christopher Sherman, MD, MBA is a board-certified family medicine physician practicing in Sylvania, Ohio. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Michigan-Flint in 1992. He then completed his Doctorate of Medicine at Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine in 1997. Dr. Sherman completed both his internship and his family medicine residency at Flower Hospital in Sylvania, finishing his residency in 2000. He later earned a Master of Business Administration from the University of Toledo in 2003.
Dr. Sherman holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine and fellowship status in the American Academy of Family Physicians. He has served on the Board of Governors for Mercy Health System, the Toledo Lucas County Health Department, and the Toledo Academy of Medicine. He served as Commodore of the Devils Lake Yacht Club in 2022. His clinical focus spans preventive medicine, chronic condition management, and the full physical, psychological, and social dimensions of patient health. Outside medicine, Dr. Sherman enjoys time with family and friends, boating at Devils Lake, and caring for his three dogs, Mo, Lio, and Remmy.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Michigan-Flint, B.S. Biology & Chemistry, 1992
Medical School
Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1997
Residency
Family Medicine, Flower Hospital, Sylvania, OH, 1998-2000
Additional Training
Internship: Flower Hospital, Sylvania, OH, 1997-1998; Master of Business Administration, University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, 2003
Certifications
Languages
English
Who is Dr. Sherman right for?
Dr. Sherman is a strong fit for adults who want a proactive, prevention-first approach to their health. Patients managing chronic conditions such as high cholesterol, hypertension, or type 2 diabetes benefit from his structured, personalized care plans. He works well with patients who value a physician who addresses physical, psychological, and social health together. Those seeking a long-term relationship with a dedicated primary care doctor will find his practice a natural home.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Sherman treats the full range of primary care and family medicine concerns. His clinical focus includes preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and ongoing wellness planning. He addresses conditions such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and type 2 diabetes, while also supporting patients in building healthier habits to prevent new conditions.
Yes. Dr. Sherman holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. He also holds fellowship status in the American Academy of Family Physicians. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine in 1997.
Dr. Sherman earned his medical degree from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine. He completed both his internship and his family medicine residency at Flower Hospital in Sylvania, Ohio, finishing in 2000. He later added a Master of Business Administration from the University of Toledo in 2003.
Dr. Sherman builds his practice around the belief that proactive steps today lead to better health tomorrow. He works with each patient to develop a custom wellness plan that includes comprehensive screenings and targeted strategies to prevent new conditions. He considers physical, psychological, and social factors when planning care.
Dr. Sherman sees adult patients across a broad range of health concerns and stages of life. He works especially well with patients managing chronic conditions and those focused on long-term wellness. His approach suits patients who value a physician who listens carefully and builds an ongoing relationship.
Dr. Sherman has practiced in Sylvania, Ohio since completing his residency at Flower Hospital in 2000. He has built long-term relationships with patients in the Sylvania community over more than two decades of practice.
Yes. Dr. Sherman holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of Toledo. He has served on the Board of Governors for Mercy Health System and the Toledo Lucas County Health Department, among other civic and medical leadership roles.
Dr. Sherman conducts appointments in English.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026