About
Dr. Carl Erickson, DO, brings 41 years of medical practice experience to Cascade Direct Primary Care. He holds board certifications in five disciplines: Family Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, Addiction Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Wound Care. That breadth reflects a career built on treating the whole patient, not just isolated conditions.
Dr. Erickson founded Cascade Direct Primary Care to center care on disease prevention and the doctor-patient relationship. He believes compassion, empathy, and trust form the foundation of good medicine. He also wanted to create a practice where his son, Dr. Patrick Erickson, could build a fulfilling and sustainable career. Beginning April 1, 2026, Dr. Erickson accepts Medicare patients as DPC members.
Education & Training
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Erickson right for?
Dr. Carl Erickson suits patients managing chronic conditions who want a physician with deep, cross-disciplinary expertise. His certifications in Addiction Medicine and Wound Care make him a strong fit for patients navigating complex or overlapping health challenges. Adults seeking a prevention-focused primary care doctor with decades of experience will find his approach well-matched. Medicare patients looking for DPC-style care can join his panel beginning April 1, 2026.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Erickson focuses on chronic disease management, addiction, wound care, and lifestyle-related conditions. His board certifications in Family Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, Addiction Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Wound Care reflect the range of care he provides. He approaches each case with a prevention-first mindset.
Yes. Dr. Erickson holds five board certifications: Family Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, Addiction Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Wound Care. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree and has practiced for 41 years.
Yes. Dr. Erickson is board certified in Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment and incorporates it into his care when clinically appropriate. This hands-on approach to musculoskeletal health complements his broader primary care practice.
Yes. Beginning April 1, 2026, Dr. Erickson accepts Medicare patients as DPC members at Cascade Direct Primary Care. Prospective Medicare patients can schedule a free introductory telemedicine visit to learn more before joining.
Dr. Erickson grounds his practice in compassion, empathy, and trust. He emphasizes disease prevention over management and prioritizes the doctor-patient relationship. He founded Cascade Direct Primary Care specifically to restore that relationship and give patients the time and attention they deserve.
Dr. Erickson has 41 years of medical practice experience. He founded Cascade Direct Primary Care after a long career in traditional medicine, transitioning to the DPC model to better serve his patients and eliminate insurance-related barriers to care.
Yes. Dr. Erickson holds board certification in Addiction Medicine and treats patients managing addiction as part of his comprehensive primary care practice. He takes a whole-patient approach that incorporates lifestyle and behavioral factors alongside clinical treatment.
Doctor profile last updated March 22, 2026