About
Dr. Sheila Vizanko is a board-certified family physician with specialized training in osteopathic manipulative treatment and dry needling. She earned her medical degree from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her Family Medicine residency at St. Anthony's North Family Medicine, where she trained alongside Dr. Le. She holds certification from the American Board of Family Medicine.
Dr. Vizanko practices full-spectrum family medicine with a particular focus on musculoskeletal health. She uses OMT, a hands-on technique that gently stretches, mobilizes, and realigns the body, alongside dry needling to relieve tension, improve circulation, and reduce pain. She is passionate about finding the root cause of symptoms and supporting the body's natural healing. For her, medicine centers on listening closely, asking the right questions, and building lasting relationships with patients. Outside the clinic, she prioritizes time with her son and maintains her own wellbeing through regular exercise, restful breaks, and family time.
Education & Training
Medical School
Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, St. Anthony's North Family Medicine
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Vizanko right for?
Dr. Vizanko is an excellent fit for patients dealing with back pain, headaches, joint dysfunction, or chronic musculoskeletal pain. Her training in OMT and dry needling makes her particularly effective for patients who want hands-on, non-pharmacologic approaches alongside conventional care. Patients who value a physician focused on root causes rather than symptom management will align well with her philosophy. She also serves patients who prioritize a compassionate, relationship-centered approach where they feel heard and supported.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Vizanko practices full-spectrum family medicine with a special focus on osteopathic manipulative treatment and dry needling. She treats structural and musculoskeletal issues including back pain, headaches, joint dysfunction, and chronic pain. She also applies a functional medicine-style approach to find root causes of symptoms.
Osteopathic manipulative treatment, or OMT, is a hands-on technique that gently stretches, mobilizes, and realigns the body to relieve tension, improve circulation, and reduce pain. Dr. Vizanko performs OMT as part of her practice at Ascend Direct Primary Care. Every new member receives a complimentary 60-minute OMT or dry needling session.
Yes, Dr. Vizanko performs dry needling in addition to OMT. Both services require a primary care membership. Members pay $95 for a 30-minute session and $170 for a 60-minute session, while non-members pay $140 and $260 respectively.
Yes, Dr. Vizanko holds board certification from the American Board of Family Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at St. Anthony's North Family Medicine.
Dr. Vizanko focuses on the whole person, not just isolated symptoms. She works to identify the root cause of a patient's condition and looks for ways to support the body's natural healing abilities. She places a strong emphasis on listening and building lasting relationships with the people she cares for.
Yes, chronic pain is one of Dr. Vizanko's core focus areas. She treats patients with persistent back pain, recurring headaches, joint dysfunction, and other musculoskeletal disorders using a combination of OMT, dry needling, and evidence-based primary care.
Dr. Vizanko sees patients in English and Spanish, allowing her to deliver care to Spanish-speaking patients in their preferred language.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026