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Dr. Kevin Sherin, MD, MPH, FAFP, FACPM
Family Practitioner
6101 Lake Ellenor Dr Orlando FL, 32809About
Dr. Kevin Sherin is a family practitioner practicing in Orlando, FL. Dr. Sherin specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Sherin possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Loyola University, Stritch School of Medicine MD, Honors 1977
U of Notre Dame BS Pre-Med 1974
UIC- Illinois School of Public Health MPH 1986
UMass, Amherst, Isenberg School of Management MBA 2011
Board Certification
The American College of Preventive Medicine
Lifetime certified in Public Health and General Preventive Medicine
Certified in Family Medicine MOC-current
Added Qualifications in Geriatric Medicine by ABFP/ABIM
Certified in Addiction Medicine
Certified in Medical Management
American College of Physician Executives
Provider Details
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Dr. Kevin Sherin, MD, MPH, FAFP, FACPM's Expert Contributions
Health Benefits of NAC - Did you know!
N Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) is a not very well-known supplement, but it can be helpful in a number of health conditions. In 2016, a randomized controlled study showed that it improved health outcomes for people with chronic obstructive lung disease or COPD. If you know individuals who suffer from...
Blood Clots
Blood clots are pesky problems that afflict many of us. Many conditions including estrogens, cancer, and prolonged mobility can contribute to the formation of venous blood clots known as “deep vein thrombosis (DVT)“. DVT is often a cause of pulmonary embolism or blood clots in the lung. A large...
Keeping your immune system healthy
Patients often ask why they get frequent respiratory infections, colds or recurrent COVID. Part of the secret is keeping our immune systems healthy. No less than Nobel prize winner Linus Pauling told the world about the benefits of vitamin C. Good nutrition and a balanced diet, sunshine, exercise...
You can reverse diabetes with diet and weight loss!
There is great hope now that it is possible to achieve type 2 diabetes remission by changing diet and lifestyle.My editorial in the August 15, 2023 American Family Physician makes this point. https://www.aafp.org/pubs/afp/issues/2023/0800/editorial-dietary-remission-diabetes.htmlThis article cites...
What surgery is needed after a heart attack?
Ordinarily patients will undergo cardiac catheterization and ballon angioplasty to open up occluded arteries. This procedure is a short term hospital based cardiac catheter lab procedure. The catheter is usually inserted in the groin area and done under imaging to guide the cardiologist. Sometimes, such as in the case of 4 vessel disease open heart surgery is the best alternative. That is known as a coronary artery bypass graft CABG surgery. These two types of procedures are now the standard of care for patients who have a heart attack. Patients should know they will be cared for under the latest guidelines by expert specialists in their respective fields. READ MORE
Is acupuncture safe for your health?
Absolutely yes. Acupuncture in trained hands is safe. It can help pain management as an example. READ MORE
Is there any medication for heart arrhythmia?
The answer is yes. There are absolutely a variety of medications for heart arrhythmias. Heart arrhythmias are best treated by a physician who specialized in heart disease, or cardiology. A common arrhythmia is atrial fibrillation. If it is recurrent and not reversed it needs treatment and this includes blood thinners(anticoagulants). READ MORE
What could cause angiomyolipomas on the kidney?
This is a heavy duty scientific paper on the topic. Family history would be important. Genetic testing may provide answers since it is an autosomal dominant disese. Here is more on tuberous sclerosis. See if you can get a referral from your doctor for specialty evaluation for peace of mind. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6001077/ READ MORE
Fell on my knee & have been vomiting since
You may have a concussion or other injury and should be evaluated with diagnostic imaging. READ MORE
Bacterial infections
These are two different types of infection. A common source is unlikely. The patient with strep should stay out of work for 25 hours while starting an antibiotic. Steph is a very common skin infection. As long as it is covered and under treatment the employee should be able to work. READ MORE
Shoulder pain
Get a check up. It could be tendinitis or more of a rheumatologist condition. Your doctor should order an inflammatory test called a sedimentation rate or ESR. READ MORE
Can speech delay be fixed?
Yes. Depending on the cause. Speech delay is complex. Referral to a pediatric neurologist or developmental pediatrician specialist may be wise. Often referral to a board certified speech therapist is sufficient to help progress. READ MORE
Can hearing loss from cold be restored?
Usually hearing loss after a cold is congestion in the middle ear. If the hearing loss persists make sure your daughter and seen and evaluated for the condition. She might have had an ear infection so make sure her ear is examined. READ MORE
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Improving delivery of preventive health care with the comprehensive annotated reminder tool (CART).
- Optimizing vaccine availability and utilization: position statement of the American College of Preventive Medicine.
- Policies to restrict secondhand smoke exposure: American College of Preventive Medicine Position Statement.
- Choosing Wisely® in Preventive Medicine: The American College of Preventive Medicine's Top 5 List of Recommendations.
- Practice Policy Statement: Integrating Effective Weight Management Into Practice.
- Toward an added dimension of medical practice.
- Building-related illnesses and sick building syndrome.
- Infant mortality statistics do not adequately reflect the impact of short gestation.
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Founding Faculty and Professor Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine - Present
- Course Director Endocrinology, Course Director, Hematology Oncology, Assistant Course Director Eye, ENT. Inaugural Chair of FO, Faculty Organization. Senior physician, part time FL Department of Health 2022 - Present
- adjunct Clinical Professor of Family Medicine FSU College of Medicine -
- adjunct Professor of Family Medicine UCF College of Medicine; Chapman Clinic -
- President American Association of Public Health Physicians 2004 - Present
- Alternate Delegate AMA Young Physicians Section 1990 - 1991
- AMA delegate AAPHP 2012 - 2014
- Treasurer American College of Preventive Medicine 2017 -
- Chair Prevention Practice Committee 2012 - 2015
Awards
- Gold Humanism Honor Society Award 2016 FSU College of Medicine
- Distinguished Service Award 2018 ACPMs
- Presidential Award 2014 American Association of Public Health Physicians
- “Platinum Gold Fit Friendly Workplace” Year American Heart Association
- NACCHO Model Practice Award’s Year
- Nathan Davis Award 2014 FL Medical Association
- Jefferson Award for Public Service 2007
- Healthy Start Federal Award Year HRSA
- Communities Putting Prevention to Work Year CDC
- Dr. Ruth M. McKeefery Award –Outstanding Volunteer Physician 2014 Shepherd’s Hope
- Guardian of the Mission Award Year FSU College of Medicine
- Family Medicine Teacher of the Year 1996 Advocate Christ Medical Center
- Community Champion Awards for Servant Leader 2015 Hope Now international
- Community Advocacy Award 2019 House of Central FL
- Citation Award 1994 Appleton Century Crofts
- Family Medicine Cares Grant 2019 AAFP Foundation
Professional Memberships
- Member of the Choosing Wisely Task Force
- AMA Consortium for Performance Improvement
- Association of Family Practice
- Residency Directors of American Academy of Family Physicians
- AFPRD competency group on Evidence Based Practices
- Action Plan for Future of Residency Education in Family Practice
- STFM Chair of Group on Violence Education and Prevention
- Homeless Clinic with Chapman
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Shepherds Hope PCAN 110 volunteer
- Homeless Clinic with Chapman project
- Shepherd’s Hope
- African American Men’s Health Summit
- Homeless Healthcare Network
Dr. Kevin Sherin, MD, MPH, FAFP, FACPM's Practice location
Practice At 6101 Lake Ellenor Dr
6101 Lake Ellenor Dr -Orlando, FL 32809Get Direction
Professor at Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine
5060 Jetsail Dr -Orlando, FL 32812Get Direction
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- Dr. Nirva M Lindor-antoine M.D.6101 LAKE ELLENOR DR ORLANDO FL 32809
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- Dr. Miriam Moosnick D.O.5636 Hansel Ave Orlando FL 32809
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