About
Kristin Woodard, DO is a board-certified osteopathic family physician based in Sylvania, Ohio. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Ohio University in 1996 and her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2000. She completed her internship at Firelands Regional Health System in Sandusky, Ohio, then her Family Medicine residency at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo from 2001 to 2003. The Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine recognized her with its Outstanding Family Medicine Physician Award. She holds membership in the American Osteopathic Association.
Dr. Woodard has practiced primary care in the Sylvania and Toledo area for over 20 years. Her training as a DO allows her to use osteopathic manipulation to treat musculoskeletal conditions alongside standard primary care. She believes each patient carries unique medical challenges that require a genuinely individualized approach. Prevention and wellness form the core of her clinical philosophy. Outside of medicine, Dr. Woodard enjoys skiing, swimming, camping, and spending time with her family.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Ohio University, B.S. Biology, 1996
Medical School
Ohio University, College of Osteopathic Medicine — Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine, 2000
Residency
Family Medicine, St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center, Toledo, OH, 2001-2003
Additional Training
Internship: Firelands Regional Health System, Sandusky, OH, 2000-2001
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Woodard right for?
Dr. Woodard suits adults seeking a primary care physician who prioritizes prevention and long-term wellness. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from her individualized approach. Her osteopathic training makes her a strong fit for patients dealing with musculoskeletal pain or dysfunction. Those who value direct physician access, including after-hours phone availability, will find her practice a good match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Woodard treats a broad range of conditions in family medicine. Her clinical focus includes chronic conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension, as well as urgent conditions and musculoskeletal disorders. As an osteopathic physician, she uses osteopathic manipulation to address musculoskeletal problems alongside conventional primary care treatments.
Yes, Dr. Woodard holds board certification from the American Board of Osteopathic Family Physicians. She also holds licensure in Ohio and maintains membership in the American Osteopathic Association.
Dr. Woodard earned her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Athens, Ohio. She completed her internship at Firelands Regional Health System in Sandusky and her Family Medicine residency at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center in Toledo from 2001 to 2003.
Dr. Woodard has over 20 years of private practice primary care experience in the Sylvania and Toledo area. That depth of community experience means she understands the local patient population and health landscape well.
Dr. Woodard treats each patient as having unique medical challenges and goals. She builds an individualized wellness plan for every patient, with a strong emphasis on prevention. As a DO, she can also incorporate osteopathic manipulation when treating musculoskeletal conditions, offering a broader set of treatment tools than a standard MD.
Yes. As a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Woodard uses osteopathic manipulation to treat musculoskeletal problems. This technique is part of her broader approach to whole-body health and complements her primary care and preventive medicine services.
Yes. Dr. Woodard sees every patient personally at every office visit. You will not meet with a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in her place.
Dr. Woodard makes herself reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Patients can contact her directly for urgent concerns outside of regular office hours. This direct access is a core feature of her MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026