Shawn M. Yarnell, O.D.
Dr. Yarnell is originally from Owensville, MO. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in Chemistry at the University of MO-Columbia in 2006. During her undergraduate studies, she spent a summer abroad at a prominent women's university in Seoul, South Korea. She received her Doctor of Optometry degree with honors at the University of MO-St. Louis College of Optometry in 2010, and joined the Buffalo and Marshfield Eye Clinics in the summer of 2010.
While at UMSL, Dr. Yarnell was actively involved in the college community. She served in several leadership roles in various organizations on campus, and received several awards and scholarships through the college. Currently, she is a member of the American Optometric Association, a member of the Missouri Optometric Association, of which she serves on a committee. Also, she is President of the Greater Ozark Optometric Society.
Dr. Yarnell has previously served on OACAC's Head Start Policy Council. She is also actively involved in her church. On her spare time, Dr. Yarnell enjoys spending time with family and friends, doing crafts, and volunteering in the church and community.
