Dr. Shane Purcell, MD | DPC Provider | DPC Directory
Family Medicine
About
Dr. Shane Purcell, MD, is a family medicine physician in Anderson, SC. He co‑founded Direct Access MD and has practiced under the Direct Primary Care (DPC) model since 2015. By eliminating third‑party payer interruptions, Dr. Purcell is able to focus on a "patient‑first" approach, returning to the core of family medicine – a strong, continuous relationship between physician and patient. He is a founding member of the DPC Alliance and serves on its Advisory Committee, speaking about DPC at venues such as TEDxFurman, the DPC Summit, and the AAFP FMX conference.
Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Purcell is actively involved in his local community. He and his wife Hollie raise three sons, participate in their local church, and support college sports in the area. His commitment to both patient care and community service reflects his dedication to holistic, accessible health care.
Education
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine (2002)
Residency: 2002 AnMed Health Family Medicine Residency Anderson, SC
Board Certification & Credentials
Degree: Doctor of Medicine
Specialty: Family Medicine
Licensing
NPI Number: 1881657153
Primary License: South Carolina (SC) - 21864
Professional Memberships
- DPC Alliance - Founding Member
- DPC Alliance - Advisory Committee
Community Involvement
Active member of the local church, husband and father of three, supporter of local college sports, and participant in community health education through speaking engagements.
DPC Experience
Started DPC: 1/4/2016