About
Dr. Shelli Ridge is a board-certified osteopathic family physician practicing in West Chester, Ohio. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from Wright State University in Dayton, graduating Cum Laude in 2007. She then completed her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine at Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011. Her training continued with an internship at AccessHealth Teaching Health Center in Beckley, West Virginia, followed by a Family Medicine residency at Firelands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky, Ohio, completing in 2015.
Dr. Ridge holds dual certification through the American Osteopathic Board of Family Medicine and the National Board of Osteopathic Medicine. She earned honors across multiple clinical clerkships during medical school, including Family Practice, Geriatrics, and Internal Medicine. Since 2018, she has served as a Clinical Instructor at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her clinical interests include women's health, chronic disease management, osteopathic manipulation, and pediatrics. She brings a whole-person philosophy to her work, focusing on mind, soul, and body as interconnected elements of lasting wellness. She wants to know each patient personally, not just medically, and creates individualized health goals with them.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Wright State University, B.S. Biological Sciences, Cum Laude, 2007
Medical School
Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine, 2011
Residency
Family Medicine, Firelands Regional Medical Center, Sandusky, OH, 2012-2015
Additional Training
Internship: AccessHealth Teaching Health Center, Beckley, WV, 2011-2012
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Ridge right for?
Dr. Ridge is a strong fit for patients who want a physician invested in their whole life, not just their chart. Adults managing chronic conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or high cholesterol benefit from her focused, proactive approach. She also serves women seeking dedicated primary and preventive care, as well as families looking for a single physician who can care for multiple generations. Patients who value a personal doctor-patient relationship and same- or next-day access will feel at home in her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Ridge focuses on women's health, chronic disease management, osteopathic manipulation, pediatrics, and immunizations. She treats patients of all ages and manages conditions including type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. Her preventive orientation means she works with patients to get ahead of health problems before they escalate.
Dr. Ridge believes wellness starts with the mind and soul. She views physical health as something that flows from strong mental and emotional foundations. She builds personalized health goals with each patient and emphasizes whole-foods nutrition and regular exercise as practical tools for long-term wellbeing.
Yes. Dr. Ridge holds board certification through the American Osteopathic Board of Family Medicine and the National Board of Osteopathic Medicine. These certifications reflect her training and ongoing commitment to osteopathic family medicine.
Dr. Ridge earned her medical degree from Ohio University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2011. She completed an internship at AccessHealth Teaching Health Center in Beckley, West Virginia, and her Family Medicine residency at Firelands Regional Medical Center in Sandusky, Ohio.
Yes. Dr. Ridge sees patients of all ages, including children, adults, and seniors. She frequently cares for multiple generations of the same family, which gives her deeper insight into each patient's background and health history.
Yes. Dr. Ridge incorporates osteopathic manipulative treatment into her care. This hands-on approach addresses the musculoskeletal system and complements her broader focus on whole-person health.
Yes. Dr. Ridge has served as a Clinical Instructor at Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine since 2018. She brings that teaching orientation into her patient relationships, taking time to explain conditions and guide patients toward their health goals.
Dr. Ridge is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends for urgent matters. Members of her MDVIP practice can contact her directly, which means health concerns don't have to wait until the next business day.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026