
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout Shelby K Bernard
Personal Statement
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my friends, family and kitties. My hobbies include reading, baking and enjoying the sun.
Clinical Interests
- Knee and hip injections
- Primary and revision hip and knee arthroplasty
Locations
- Emplify Health La Crosse Orthopaedics
- 1900 South Avenue, La Crosse, WI 54601
- Get Directions
- phone: 608-775-2276
- Emplify Health Winona Orthopaedics
- 1122 West Highway 61, Winona, MN 55987
- Get Directions
- phone: 507-454-8700
- Emplify Health Onalaska Orthopaedics
- 3111 Gundersen Drive, Onalaska, WI 54650
- Get Directions
- phone: 608-775-8600
Expertise
Education
- Certification: National Comm On Certif Of Physician Assistants, 2022
- Graduate School: University of Nebraska Medical Center, 2021
Insurance
- Aetna Health Management
- Amerigroup Iowa Inc
- Anthem BCBS WI
- Arise Health Plan/ WPS
- BCBS MN
- Benefit Plan Administrators
- Care Wisconsin
- CIGNA
- Community Link
- Group Health Cooperative of Eau Claire
- HealthEOS by Multiplan
- Healthpartners, Inc
- Independent Care Health Plan Medicaid
- Medica IFB
- Meritain Health
- MHS Health
- Midlands Choice
- Quartz
- The Alliance
- Tricare West
- Ucare Minnesota
- United Healthcare Inc.
- WCA Group Health Trust
- Wellmark BCBS IA
- Wisconsin Physician Services
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
148 ratings, 55 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2026
Shelby and the nurses always do a great job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2026
Shelby is very good with me, she explains things very well and let's me know what options I have and the pros and cons of each, very good with me as a patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2026
My appt. was the best in it was on time,the PA was excellent, the exam was very informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2026
I really appreciated the information that I got on the aftercare and how I go back assessing being able to see Shelby again. She explained all that very well as to who I see, when, what, and what permissions I need to do to get to different departments. The explanation she gave on things was great. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/17/2026
Shelby was knowledgeable and knew my history.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
Thank you all!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2026
I expected to receive more advice on how to manage my condition, such as a pamphlet or online video. I feel I have to research on my own and am not sure I'm finding the most accurate information about knee issues and whether or not to have a replacement.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2026
I could have used a printed summary with directions for my wound care but I messaged on My Chart and was provided with what I needed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/8/2026
A provider that was positive, considerate and encouraging!!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/3/2026
I come from a small town. Everything is foreign and huge!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
One yr check up for knee replacement. Xray person was excellent as was my PA appt
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
Fantastic !
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
It went extremely well, in particularly the doctor and nurse.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
PA Shelby was a delight to have as my doctor. She was very thorough in explaining everything.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Appreciate her stepping in to help when my scheduled provider was stuck in a meeting and going to be a very long wait for my quick injection appointment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2026
Shelby showed me my xrays, carefully explained them, and I learned so much that was incredibly helpful. She offered some recommendations of what I might want to try to help myself. She was very personable and interested in me as a whole person, not just a patient with a specific concern. Summing up .... she was terrific!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2026
This was my first visit to the new Gundersen Hospital, I did not like the old location that was behind Home Depot - that is where I had and appointment and where I got an infection.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
I was ordered an MRI and I can't get in for 2 months and 2 weeks. As far as I am concerned, this is unacceptable. When a person is in pain, they need to know what is wrong with them and get treatment, not wait for over 2 months.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/4/2026
Couldn't have asked for better care. Every person I interacted with was totally professional and positive. Highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Everything was above expectations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Everything always seems to flow smoothly at Gundersen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
I found Shelby to be very, very nice. She gave me the impression that she knew exactly what she was doing and tried to be as helpful as possible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2025
Orthopedic department is very thorough and makes sure everything goes well for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Everyone listened to my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
I always have great service and I feel that my questions are respectfully answered. Always answered in a way that I can understand and not using medical terminology. I receive the best care and highly recommend it to everyone who asks me about it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
I noticed there were footstools in the waiting room at the Onalaska clinic which is great. There are none in the therapy dept. waiting room at the Winona clinic and I am miserable while I wait for my therapist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
I felt that she listened to me and gave me some good advice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
It doesn't seem reasonable that the patient is required to be 15 minutes early when you don't see the provider until 30-45 minutes from the scheduled time. Is my time not important?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Shelby explained pain management alternatives carefully. It was obvious she cares about my dealing with pain.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2025
I am very satisfied with Gundersen Health System. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2025
It takes a long time to get an appointment. It took a month to get in to get my knees looked at. Meanwhile I was in pain for over a month.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Every one was polite and helpful! Awesome bunch of people!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
My visit with Dr. Bernard was very positive. I was nervous about getting cortisone injections in my knees, but she made me feel more comfortable about it. And after it was done, I actually didn't mind the experience at all, so I would very positive if I had to see her again, which I think I'm probably going to have to. So that's about all I have. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
The entire team was very knowledgeable and friendly and helpful, and Shelby walked me through the computer screen so that I could see just exactly what she was talking about during the exam. And this was very beneficial and helpful to me. I really appreciate it. She was very kind and knowledgeable, and we had a good rapport. Thank you for letting me contribute to this. Goodbye.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Everyone was so kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
Shelby was very good at listening to me and explaining my options, she is very good with issues I have.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
I always feel very well taken care and listened to.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Experience was very good but surprised that time wasn't taken to ask me to demonstrate my ROM and to feel for the "clunking" that I was questioning. Not a big deal, but just surprised.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Shelby answered all of my questions and concerns in a very professional manner. She was very thorough and sought to engage in discussion that would result in the optimal decision and plan for me. So very appreciated. I found her to be a blessing with my care. Gundersen is blessed to have her as part of the Orthopedic Surgery department.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2025
Shelby is a highly competent and personable provider. I always look forward to seeing her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
Well taken care of for my hip surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
Shelby Bernard is an exceptionally personable and caring medical care provider. She listened carefully to my questions and offered clear answers. She gave the knee shots to me accurately and expertly. Speaking as a patient, she was a pleasure work with. I would recommend her to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
Shelby was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
I would like to be able to view x-ray images on My Chart.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Shelby is a wonderful, caring, and knowledgeable PA in her field of expertise! I will continue to seek her advice and practice as needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
Very interesting!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Everyone was very pleasant!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Professional. could not have asked fora finer group of care givers
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Very helpful and I went home feeling much better.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
This is the most kindness I have ever experienced with any medical practitioner and I left my appointment feeling that I had been respected and listened to.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2025
Gundersen really needs to make sure all employees LISTEN to what you have to say.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Everything was explained so I could understand what was all done.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2025
Shelby was excellent in providing all the information that I needed to know about my condition and options for the help I need. She has a welcoming professionalism about her, which helped me to feel comfortable during this appointment.