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About – The Gynecology Center & MediSpa

About Dr. Whitney Shoemaker,

D.O., F.A.C.O.O.G

Dr. Whitney Shoemaker is a board-certified OB-GYN and medical spa provider proudly serving women across Central Florida. Raised in Ormond Beach, she brings over two decades of experience in gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, hormone therapy, aesthetics, and women’s wellness. Her clinic, The Gynecology Center & MediSpa, reflects her lifelong passion for medicine, women's health, and patient-centered care.

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Personal Background

Born in 1973, Dr. Shoemaker moved to Ormond Beach as an infant when her father, Dr. James Shoemaker, began practicing at Ormond Medical Arts. She is a proud graduate of Father Lopez Catholic High School and remains an active booster. Dr. Shoemaker attended Vanderbilt University where she danced for the university and Nashville Ballet before earning her medical degree from PCOM. She later returned to Ormond Beach in 2014 to open her practice.

  • She is the proud mother of two children, Gunnar and Tay Shoemaker.

Professional Experience

2014–Present
Owner/Physician, The Gynecology Center & MediSpa – Ormond Beach, FL
CEO of a full-service facility offering gynecology, surgery, women’s imaging, urodynamics, medical aesthetics, laser, and radiofrequency treatments.

`2017–Present

Member Physician, Femwell/VitalMD


2010–2015

National Spokesperson for NovaSure Surgical Procedure – Hologic, Inc.


2009–2014
Owner/Physician, The Gynecology Center & MediSpa – Pottsville, PA
Comprehensive women’s services, including surgery, imaging, and cosmetic enhancement.


2006–2009
Attending Physician of Gynecologic Surgery, Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center – Pottsville, PA
Provided surgical and general gynecologic care.


2004–2006
Medical Director & Attending OB/GYN, Ashland Regional Medical Center – Ashland, PA
Oversaw gynecologic operations and provided obstetric consultations.


Board Appointments & Certifications

  • Fellow, American College of Osteopathic OB-GYNs (2008–Present)
  • Board Certified, OB-GYN, ACOOG (2006–Present)
  • Diplomate, ACOOG
  • Past board roles: Good Samaritan Medical Executive Committee, Tumor Board, American Cancer Society, and more
  • Licensed in Florida (OS9499), formerly licensed in NJ and PA

Professional Affiliations

  • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  • American Osteopathic Association
  • Florida Osteopathic Medical Association
  • Society of Reproductive Medicine
  • PCOM & Vanderbilt Alumni Associations

Charitable Contributions

  • Annual donor to Tampa Children’s Hospital since 2012
  • Donated concussion-reducing football helmets to Father Lopez High School (2019)
  • Contributed electric scoreboard to Rotary Little League Field (2009)
  • Longtime supporter of CHOP and children's health causes



Speaking Engagements & Publications

  • Hologic National Speaker (2012–Present): Lecturer on NovaSure and other surgical procedures
  • Contributor & Proctor: NovaSure & Adiana Surgical Training (2009–Present)
  • Keynote Speaker: Female Athlete Scholars Ceremony, Schuylkill County (2007)
  • Speaker: Low-dose birth control, cancer genetics, adolescent health, and body contouring technologies
  • Publication: International Journal of Women’s Health, "Next-generation NovaSure device: Assessing ease-of-use among physicians"



Education & Training

  • OB/GYN Residency – UMDNJ, School of Osteopathic Medicine (2000–2004)
  • Internship – Wyoming Valley Family Practice, Wilkes-Barre, PA (1999–2000)
  • D.O. – Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (1999)
  • B.A. – Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN (1995)
  • High School – Father Lopez Catholic HS, Daytona Beach, FL (1991)