About
Dale Wheeland, DO is a board-certified family medicine physician born and raised in Tucson, Arizona. He graduated from Tucson High School and went on to attend the University of Arizona, where his father and both siblings had also studied. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and then a Master of Science in Toxicology from the University of Arizona. It was during his graduate studies that Dr. Wheeland first encountered Osteopathic Medicine.
He earned his medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Northeast Missouri and holds board certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. After completing his training, Dr. Wheeland returned to Tucson and built his own family medicine practice. He treats patients from infancy through senior years, managing everything from sinus infections and sports injuries to chronic conditions and cancer. Dr. Wheeland is married to his wife Christine and together they have twin daughters and four grandchildren. An avid cyclist, he participates each year in the El Tour De Tucson.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Arizona, B.S. Biology; M.S. Toxicology
Medical School
Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Wheeland right for?
Dr. Wheeland suits patients who want a single physician managing their care across every stage of life. Families with children, adults managing chronic conditions like high blood pressure or high cholesterol, and seniors with complex health histories all fit his practice well. He is a strong match for patients who value accurate diagnosis, same-day access, and direct time with their physician. Patients recovering from sports or Achilles tendon injuries also benefit from his hands-on diagnostic approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Wheeland treats a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. These include sinus infections, flu, fevers, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, kidney stones, and cancer. He also manages sports and tennis injuries, Achilles tendon injuries, and broken bones. His whole-body approach means he addresses preventive care alongside active health concerns.
Yes, Dr. Wheeland treats patients from infancy through senior years. His family medicine training covers pediatrics, adult medicine, and geriatric care. Families can bring all generations to one physician who knows their full health history.
Yes, Dr. Wheeland holds board certification in Family Medicine from the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. He earned his medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Northeast Missouri.
S. S. in Toxicology. He then attended Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Northeast Missouri for his medical degree.
Yes. Dr. Wheeland sees every patient himself. You will not meet with a nurse practitioner in his place. This direct access is a core part of how he runs his practice.
Dr. Wheeland offers same-day appointments for sick or urgent visits. Patients consistently report getting in quickly and never waiting long at the office. He also takes time during each visit rather than rushing patients out.
Dr. Wheeland is known for thorough, careful diagnosis. One patient came to him after another doctor misdiagnosed a nearly fully ruptured Achilles tendon as a sprained ankle. Dr. Wheeland identified the true injury and put the patient on the right treatment path. He takes time to review each patient's full history before reaching conclusions.
Yes. Dr. Wheeland provides women's health and gynecological services as part of his family medicine practice. These services sit alongside his broader preventive and chronic care offerings.
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026