Shawn Corcoran, MD
Physician, Assistant Professor
Primary Care - Internal Medicine
Conditions and expertise
- Nociceptive Pain
- Neuropathic Pain
- Preventive Medicine
- Chronic Pain
- Primary Care
- Internal Medicine
Locations
- Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
- Outpatient Care East
Academic information
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Male
Biography
As a primary care doctor at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I diagnose and treat a wide variety of acute and chronic health conditions. I believe commitment to wellness practices, which include fostering loving relationships, regular exercise, healthy eating, mindfulness practices and play, is the mainstay of healthy living and is crucial to managing illness and injuries.
Patients can rely on me as a collaborative partner as we work to improve their overall health and wellness. Building trusting relationships with patients and their families, and understanding what matters most to them, is especially important to me. The Ohio State University is a family and we work together to help patients and their families lead their best lives. I am proud to be a part of this wonderfully caring and supportive community.
My research is focused on strategies to help patients manage chronic pain, especially with lifestyle choices. I am part of the leadership team for Ohio State’s interdisciplinary chronic pain management service called Pain Rehabilitation and Education: Values and Activities that Improve Life (PRE: VAIL). My current research project involves studying how the interdisciplinary approach to chronic pain management impacts outcomes.
My formative education and training took place in the U.S. Army, where I served as a platoon leader. After medical school at Georgetown, I completed residency at Madigan Army Medical Center. My experience includes serving as chief medical resident, squadron surgeon in Afghanistan, hospitalist, clinic chief, internal medicine clerkship director, and brigade surgeon. The opportunity to help train medics, clinical staff, medical students and/or residents was a rewarding part of each job.
I love that my current role allows me the chance to continue teaching. As a faculty member in the Division of General Internal Medicine, I work with medical students and residents in both clinic and hospital settings. I also serve as a co-facilitator for Longitudinal Group, Ohio State’s 'how to be a doctor' class for first- and second-year medical students.
When I am not working, I love spending time with my wife and kids, especially outdoors.
Highlights
- Chief medical resident, Internal Medicine Residency at the Madigan Army Medical Center
- Assistant clinical professor of internal medicine
- Fellow, American College of Physicians
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
Conditions and expertise
- Chronic Pain
- Internal Medicine
- Neuropathic Pain
- Nociceptive Pain
- Preventive Medicine
- Primary Care
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Internal Medicine
- Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA, United States
7/1/2010 - 6/30/2011 - Residency - Internal Medicine
- Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA, United States
7/1/2008 - 6/30/2010 - Internship - Internal Medicine
- Madigan Army Medical Center, Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA, United States
7/1/2007 - 6/30/2008 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC
8/1/2003 - 5/31/2007
Certification
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American Board of Internal Medicine
8/19/2010
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.
117 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
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, Dr. Corcoran has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Demonstrated great care and empathy for my medical needs.
He is always very friendly and greets us with a smile.
I felt heard and he explained my diagnosis in a way that made sense. He was able to answer my questions about my diagnosis.
All excellent
I'm uncomfortable with doctors. I'm very comfortable with Dr C. My wife has chosen him to be her GP. We're blessed to have him.
Sean is an intelligent and personable physician who cares about the patient and offers several options to address their concerns
Dr Corcoran continues to be exactly the primary care provider I hoped for when I last had to change providers. He is 100% present during appointments, listens closely, asks thoughtful questions, and provides clear relevant answers and follow up information. He is responsive to my values and priorities while also being clear about other ways of thinking. He has helped me diagnose and deal with several health issues, much improving my daily quality of life in large and small ways. He is a good doctor and a good person
All of OSU is fabulous..tremendously positive.
Dr. Corcoran is an outstanding physician and a wonderful human being.
He was very attentive and personable as well as knowledgeable
All good
Always listens, takes as much time that is needed even if the appointment runs over. Always treats me with respect
The doctor was very thorough and his examination and explained things very clearly
Did not do any kind of physical exam. Not unfriendly in any way but not particularly personable.
He was helpful, patient, and I feel cares for his patients
Always good
Amazing info amways
Excellent in all aspects.
Very good
Diagnosed issue & referred me to Ortho. Told me to contact him if I could not get timely appointment with referred Dr
He is so patient, always lets me talk, he really knows my whole medical history, tells me any findings then tells me my options.
Dr. Corcoran hands down is the best Primary Care that I have ever seen I am 67
Excellent focus on my concerns. Very efficient. Extremely knowledgeable. Genuinely warm.
He always listens very well. He is kind and respectful.
Very personable and caring, remembers past encounters
Dr. Corcoran is a good listener, thoughtful in conducting differential diagnoses, and always looking for ways to improve his understanding of my health and steps I can take to improve my health within the parameters of my value system. He is exactly the kind of doctor I hoped to find after my previous provider died several years ago, and I value the opportunity to access his attention and insight.
Dr. Corcoran took the time to listen to my concerns, as well as provide me education.
Always a good experience
It is always a good experience with Dr. Corcoran. Even though I had the feeling he was rushed to get to the next patient, he gave me all the time and attention I needed.
Excellent discussing my health concerns
Courteous, attentive, responsive physician
All good!
Calming influence
Always wonderful experience
10
Dr. Corcoran is wonderful! He is always attentive to my needs, treats me with respect, and listens carefully. He took me on as a patient a year ago, even though he wasn't taking new patients, after my provider left the practice. I was concerned about bloodwork before surgery last year and he acted quickly to take care of my anemia. He always answers my emails if I have a concern. He genuinely seems to care about me and he has a good sense of humor!
Dr Corcoran is the best Primary Care Provider I could ever dream of having. He's so concerned, so knowledgeable, so caring and simply the best doctor.
Always friendly
Does a great job
The doctor spent a good amount of time with me, answered all my questions, and I hardly had to wait in the exam room at all!