Kirti Shanker, MD

Physician, Associate Professor

Primary Care - Family Medicine

Conditions and expertise

  • Primary Care
  • Arthritis
  • Holistic Health
  • Disease Management
  • Travel Medicine
  • Women's Health

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Locations

  • Primary Care - Family Medicine in Outpatient Care Upper Arlington

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Academics and research

Department: Family Medicine

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About

Gender
Female
Additional languages
Hindi, Tamil, Telugu

Biography

As a family medicine physician, I provide a comprehensive, holistic approach to health care for the entire family. I believe a strong physician-patient relationship founded on compassion is central to providing the highest quality care. I encourage my patients to ask questions and participate in developing their individualized treatment plans. I treat a wide range of conditions, but am especially interested in cardiology, diabetes, gynecologic care, hypertension, preventative medicine and women's health.

I enjoy working at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center because of the opportunity to serve my community in the dual role of physician and educator. At Ohio State, we enjoy access to a vast network of resources and educational opportunities to ensure our patients receive quality care for generations to come.

When I'm not working, I enjoy playing tennis, traveling and spending time with my family. My husband and I have two young boys who are active in the community. Most of the time our activities revolve around our kids.

Conditions and expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Arthritis
  • Asthma
  • Athletic Injuries
  • Contraception
  • Depression
  • Diabetes Mellitus
  • Disease Management
  • Family Practice
  • Geriatrics
  • Holistic Health
  • Preventive Medicine
  • Primary Care
  • Travel Medicine
  • Women's Health

Locations

Primary Care - Family Medicine

1800 Zollinger Road
5th Floor East
Columbus, OH 43221
614-293-7417

Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.

Credentials

Education

Residency - Family Medicine
Grant Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2008 - 9/30/2010
Internship - Family Medicine
Grant Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2008
Internship - Family Medicine
M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital, Minneapolis, MN, United States
10/1/2005 - 3/1/2007
Doctor of Medicine (MD)
Gandhi Medical College, SECUNDERABAD, TELANGANA, India
10/1/1994 - 2/28/2001

Certification

  • American Board of Family Medicine
    7/22/2011

Academics and research

My special interests are women's health, chronic medical problems and preventive medicine. I very much enjoy the dual role of being a faculty member and a physician at the Ohio State Medical Center. Outside of medicine, my family and I love to travel and spend time outdoors.

Research interests

  • Women's Health
  • Chronic Medical Problems
  • Preventive Medicine

Professional membership

  • American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP)
  • Ohio Academy of Family Physicians (OAFP)

Academic information

Department:
Family Medicine
Division:
Family Medicine

More about my research

Ratings and reviews

The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.

The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.

93 Patient Satisfaction Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars overall
  • Listens carefully
    4.8 stars out of 5
  • Explains thing carefully
    4.9 stars out of 5
  • Talks about my concerns
    4.7 stars out of 5
  • Knows my medical history
    4.8 stars out of 5
  • Gives understandable instructions
    4.9 stars out of 5
  • Time spent together
    4.9 stars out of 5
  • Shows respect
    4.9 stars out of 5

Patient Comments

  • 5.0 stars out of 5 Reviewed on Jun 29, 2026

    Listened patiently

  • 5.0 stars out of 5 Reviewed on May 26, 2026

    She is very friendly and listens to all my concerns

  • 5.0 stars out of 5 Reviewed on May 17, 2026

    Very thorough. Provided clear answers to my questions & provided positive follow up.

  • 5.0 stars out of 5 Reviewed on May 05, 2026

    Dr Shankir is like talking with a knowledgeable friend. I look forward to appointments.

  • 5.0 stars out of 5 Reviewed on Apr 22, 2026

    I've had him several times before and he is always friendly competent.

Consulting and related relationships

At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.

As of 11/3/2025, Kirti Shanker has reported no relationships with companies or entities.

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