About
Shane Hernesman, MD, CAQSM, grew up in the Midwest as the son of a registered nurse. That upbringing gave him an early appreciation for the doctor-patient relationship. He carried that value through every stage of his medical training.
Dr. Hernesman earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire in 1993, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He went on to earn his Doctorate of Medicine from the Medical College of Wisconsin/Marquette University School of Medicine in 1997. He completed both his internship and Family Medicine residency at the La Crosse - Mayo Clinic Health System, Franciscan-Skemp Healthcare, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine. He then completed a Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Departments of Family and Community Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery. He holds dual board certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and carries the Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine (CAQSM). Dr. Hernesman belongs to the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, the Florida Academy of Family Physicians, and the Mayo Medical Alumni Association. He has practiced in Brevard County for nearly two decades. His clinical interests include diabetes, heart disease, sexual health, and orthopedic and sports medicine conditions, including joint injections. Outside of medicine, he enjoys sports, hockey, running, movies, travel, and sports card collecting.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, Bachelor of Science, Biology and Chemistry, 1993, Magna Cum Laude
Medical School
Medical College of Wisconsin/Marquette University School of Medicine, Doctorate of Medicine, 1997
Residency
Family Medicine, La Crosse - Mayo Clinic Health System, Franciscan-Skemp Healthcare, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, 1998-2000
Fellowship
Primary Care Sports Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Departments of Family and Community Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery, 2000-2001
Additional Training
Internship: La Crosse - Mayo Clinic Health System, Franciscan-Skemp Healthcare, Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, 1997-1998
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Hernesman right for?
Dr. Hernesman is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician who also covers sports and orthopedic concerns. Patients managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension, or heart disease benefit from his preventive focus. He works well with active patients and athletes who need expert evaluation of injuries or joint problems. Anyone who values direct access to their physician, including after-hours phone availability, will find his practice a natural fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hernesman focuses on family medicine and sports medicine. His clinical interests include diabetes, heart disease, sexual health, orthopedic conditions, and sports injuries. He also performs joint injections in the office. He manages chronic conditions such as high cholesterol and hypertension with a strong preventive lens.
Yes. Dr. Hernesman holds dual board certification. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and carries the Certificate of Added Qualification in Sports Medicine (CAQSM) from the American Board of Family Medicine.
Dr. Hernesman earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin/Marquette University School of Medicine in 1997. He completed his internship and Family Medicine residency at the La Crosse - Mayo Clinic Health System. He then completed a Primary Care Sports Medicine fellowship at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Departments of Family and Community Medicine and Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. Hernesman has practiced in Brevard County, Florida for nearly two decades. He has built longstanding relationships with local patients and area specialists throughout that time.
Dr. Hernesman sees every patient personally. He does not delegate office visits to nurse practitioners or physician assistants. That direct access is a core feature of his MDVIP-affiliated practice.
Yes. Dr. Hernesman is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members call him directly for urgent concerns rather than going through an answering service or urgent care.
Yes. Dr. Hernesman holds hospital privileges at Cape Canaveral Hospital and Rockledge Regional Medical Center, both in Brevard County.
Dr. Hernesman is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine, the Florida Academy of Family Physicians, and the Mayo Medical Alumni Association.
Yes. Dr. Hernesman has built relationships with area specialists throughout his years in Brevard County. He coordinates local referrals and consultations for his patients. He can also connect patients with specialists at Medical Centers of Excellence for care beyond what is available locally.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026