About
Joseph Edward Kearns, DO, MPH, is a Family Medicine physician in Worthington, Ohio, with additional expertise in Preventive and Occupational Medicine. He is board certified by the American Board of Preventive Medicine in Occupational Medicine and brings a broad clinical foundation informed by training in internal medicine, family medicine, and occupational medicine.
Dr. Kearns provides comprehensive primary care for patients across the lifespan, emphasizing prevention, health maintenance, and the long-term management of common acute and chronic conditions. His occupational medicine background supports services such as workplace and fitness-for-duty evaluations and evidence-based guidance for injury prevention and return-to-work planning.
Dr. Kearns also serves as an FAA Designated Senior Aviation Medical Examiner, offering first-, second-, and third-class pilot medical examinations by appointment, including Special Issuance and CACI evaluations when appropriate. He is affiliated with Adena Regional Medical Center and is listed as practicing within an occupational health setting. Telehealth visits are available for select appointment types when clinically appropriate.