About
Scott Shepherd, DO, FACP, MBA/MHA leads Shepherd Wellness, a concierge primary care practice in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree alongside dual graduate degrees in business and healthcare administration. The American College of Physicians recognized him as a Fellow, a distinction reflecting sustained excellence in internal medicine. His clinical focus spans preventive medicine, health optimization, chronic disease management, and healthy aging.
Dr. Shepherd brings particular depth to metabolic health, cardiovascular risk, hormonal balance, and gut health. He treats conditions including insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, osteoporosis, and metabolic syndrome. He is passionate about Zone 2 exercise physiology, insulin resistance reversal, and osteoporosis prevention. He pairs clinical expertise with advanced diagnostics including continuous glucose monitoring and full-body DEXA scanning. Outside of medicine, he is a family man with five in his household, and his personal investment in long-term health clearly informs how he practices medicine.
Education & Training
Additional Training
MBA/MHA (dual Master of Business Administration / Master of Health Administration)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Shepherd right for?
Dr. Shepherd is a strong fit for health-conscious adults who want a proactive, goal-oriented approach to their care. Patients managing insulin resistance, cardiovascular risk, hormonal imbalances, or metabolic syndrome benefit from his diagnostic depth. He works well with adults navigating the challenges of aging who want a personalized roadmap rather than reactive treatment. Those who value direct physician access and extended appointment time will find his practice model a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shepherd treats a wide range of chronic and metabolic conditions. His focus includes insulin resistance, prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, osteoporosis, hormonal imbalances, metabolic syndrome, obesity, chronic inflammation, fatty liver disease, and sleep disorders. He also works with patients on wellness optimization even when no diagnosis is present.
Dr. Shepherd follows a Plan. Perform. Prevent. philosophy. He builds personalized health roadmaps based on each patient's medical history, family risk, and personal goals. His approach uses advanced diagnostics to catch problems early and guide targeted interventions before conditions progress.
Dr. Shepherd uses continuous glucose monitoring for a two-to-four-week metabolic window, full-body DEXA scanning for body composition and bone density, and comprehensive blood work panels covering cardiac and metabolic markers well beyond standard labs. He also orders problem-focused workups to target specific individual risks.
Dr. Shepherd holds the designation of Fellow of the American College of Physicians, noted as FACP after his name. This fellowship reflects recognized clinical excellence. He also holds a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree alongside dual graduate degrees in business and healthcare administration.
Dr. Shepherd conducts extended, in-depth consultations with each patient. He takes time to understand not just medical history but personal health goals and long-term vision for aging. This depth of conversation allows him to build strategies that fit each patient's lifestyle and aspirations rather than generic protocols.
Yes, metabolic health sits at the center of much of Dr. Shepherd's clinical work. He uses continuous glucose monitoring to assess metabolic function over time. He is particularly passionate about insulin resistance, Zone 2 exercise, and resistance training as tools for improving metabolic outcomes.
Dr. Shepherd goes beyond basic cholesterol checks when assessing cardiovascular risk. He evaluates cholesterol particle patterns, blood vessel health, and advanced cardiac markers. He builds personalized heart health strategies based on each patient's unique cardiovascular profile.
Yes, hormone health is a core service at Shepherd Wellness. Dr. Shepherd conducts comprehensive hormonal ecosystem assessments to understand each patient's full hormonal picture. He then develops targeted strategies to restore balance when needed.
Dr. Shepherd takes bone health seriously as a component of healthy aging. He uses full-body DEXA scanning in-office to assess bone density and body composition. He focuses on fall and fracture prevention, and he applies evidence-based strategies including lifestyle modifications and, when appropriate, medical management.
Doctor profile last updated June 6, 2026