About
Dr. Shandra Basil is a board-certified Osteopathic Family Physician serving patients across central and southern Ohio. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Exercise Biology and Master of Science in Human Anatomy from Wright State University before completing her medical degree at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her Family Medicine residency took place at Adena Regional Medical Center, and she went on to earn the 2024 ACOFP Young Family Physician of the Year award.
Dr. Basil holds a faculty appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she teaches Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. Her clinical interests span Functional Medicine, Addiction Medicine, and caring for underserved populations. She approaches health from a mind, body, and spirit perspective, using nutrition and osteopathic manipulation as core tools. An Ohio native born and raised in Chillicothe, Dr. Basil is married with two children. She volunteers at Rock City Church and enjoys traveling with her family, including visits to National Parks, Disney World, and cruises. She also hosts the podcast "Let's Talk About Health," covering topics from anxiety and depression to postpartum health and children's emotional wellbeing.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Wright State University, B.S. Exercise Biology; M.S. Human Anatomy
Medical School
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OUHCOM)
Residency
Family Medicine, Adena Regional Medical Center
Additional Training
Clinical Assistant Professor at OUHCOM, teaching Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Basil right for?
Dr. Basil serves patients of all ages, from newborns through adults, including Medicare patients. She is a strong fit for families seeking a single physician who knows them well over time. Patients managing anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, or addiction find her clinical focus particularly relevant. Those interested in a holistic approach that incorporates nutrition and osteopathic manipulation alongside standard medicine will connect well with her philosophy. Patients across Lockbourne, Chillicothe, and Johnstown can access her care at any of the three locations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Basil treats a broad range of conditions across all age groups as a family physician. She has particular clinical focus in anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, and addiction. She also brings expertise in Functional Medicine and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine for patients dealing with musculoskeletal concerns or seeking a whole-body approach to chronic health issues.
Yes. Dr. Basil holds board certification as an Osteopathic Family Physician. She earned her medical degree from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Adena Regional Medical Center.
Dr. Basil takes a holistic approach that addresses mind, body, and spirit. She incorporates nutrition and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine alongside conventional treatment to support the body's natural healing. She is particularly attentive to functional root causes and avoids a one-size-fits-all treatment style.
Yes. Dr. Basil sees patients of all ages, including infants and children. All three practice locations in Lockbourne, Chillicothe, and Johnstown accept new patients of all ages.
Dr. Basil received the 2024 ACOFP Young Family Physician of the Year award. The ACOFP is the American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, and the award recognizes outstanding early-career osteopathic family physicians.
Yes. Dr. Basil serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. She teaches Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine to medical students in that role.
Yes. Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine is one of Dr. Basil's core clinical skills, and she teaches it at the medical school level. The practice offers OMM to members at a discounted rate.
Yes. Dr. Basil accepts Medicare patients at Basil Family Medicine. The practice does not bill insurance, so Medicare patients participate under the same monthly membership model as all other members. Calling the practice directly is the best way to get details.
Dr. Basil completed her undergraduate and graduate studies at Wright State University, earning degrees in Exercise Biology and Human Anatomy. She then earned her medical degree at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her Family Medicine residency at Adena Regional Medical Center.
Yes. Dr. Basil treats anxiety, depression, and postpartum depression as part of her family medicine practice. "
Doctor profile last updated April 10, 2026