About
Dr. Sherif Osman is a board-certified internist based in Bel Air, Maryland, with clinical roots stretching back to the mid-1980s. He earned his Doctorate in Medicine from Cairo University Faculty of Medicine in 1984. He then completed both his internship and residency in internal medicine at Polyclinic Medical Center Pinnacle Health in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
Beyond his internal medicine certification, Dr. Osman holds credentials from the American Academy of Wound Management and carries Fellow status with the American Professional Wound Care Association. He served as Medical Director at Upper Chesapeake Wound Care Center and twice led the medical staff at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center as President in 2000 and 2001. Baltimore Magazine named him a Top Doctor in 2017. He also serves on the advisory board at Integrative Medicine Access. Outside of medicine, Dr. Osman enjoys yoga, scuba diving, horseback riding, reading, and hiking. Patient relationships at his practice routinely span two decades or more.
Education & Training
Medical School
Cairo University Faculty of Medicine, Cairo, Egypt – Doctorate in Medicine, 1984
Residency
Internal Medicine, Polyclinic Medical Center Pinnacle Health, Harrisburg, PA (1986-1988)
Additional Training
Internship: Polyclinic Medical Center Pinnacle Health, Harrisburg, PA (1985-1986)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Osman right for?
Dr. Osman works well with adults managing long-term chronic conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension. Patients who need wound care alongside primary care benefit from his dual expertise. He suits patients who value a consistent, direct relationship with one physician over many years. His 24/7 availability makes him a strong fit for those who want reliable after-hours access.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Osman specializes in internal medicine with a particular focus on chronic disease management and wound care. He treats type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. He also holds certifications in wound management from the American Academy of Wound Management and the American Professional Wound Care Association.
Yes. Dr. Osman holds board certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine. He also carries certification from the American Academy of Wound Management and a Fellow designation from the American Professional Wound Care Association.
Dr. Osman earned his Doctorate in Medicine from Cairo University Faculty of Medicine in Cairo, Egypt in 1984. He completed his internship and internal medicine residency at Polyclinic Medical Center Pinnacle Health in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania between 1985 and 1988.
Dr. Osman sees every patient personally. When you visit the office, you meet with Dr. Osman directly, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
Yes. Dr. Osman is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can contact him directly for urgent matters at any time, day or night.
Dr. Osman holds affiliations with Upper Chesapeake Medical Center and Harford Memorial Hospital in the Bel Air area. He previously served as President of the Medical Staff at Upper Chesapeake Medical Center in 2000 and 2001.
Yes. Baltimore Magazine named Dr. Osman a Top Doctor in 2017. He also served as Medical Director at Upper Chesapeake Wound Care Center and sits on the advisory board at Integrative Medicine Access.
Dr. Osman enjoys yoga, scuba diving, horseback riding, reading, and hiking outside of his practice.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026