About
Dr. Erin Kershisnik earned her undergraduate degree from Seattle Pacific University before heading to Philadelphia for her medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania. She completed her residency in Family Medicine at Providence St. Peter Hospital right in Olympia, returning to the region she now calls home. She holds board certification in Family Medicine and brings particular depth to geriatric and hospice care.
Dr. Kershisnik takes patient-centered care seriously, collaborating with each patient to define their own goals for healthy living. She has lived in the Olympia area with her husband and two daughters for over 20 years. Outside the clinic, she trains Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, sings with the Olympia Choral Society, and applies creative thinking to keeping deer out of her garden.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Seattle Pacific University
Medical School
Medical College of Pennsylvania
Residency
Family Medicine, Providence St. Peter Hospital, Olympia, WA
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Kershisnik right for?
Dr. Kershisnik is a strong fit for patients across all life stages, from families seeking primary care to older adults needing geriatric support. Patients navigating end-of-life planning or hospice care benefit from her focused expertise in those areas. She works well with patients who want a collaborative relationship and a say in defining their own health goals. Her long roots in the Olympia community make her a natural choice for patients who value a physician who knows the region well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kershisnik specializes in Family Medicine and Geriatric Medicine. She provides care across all life stages and brings particular depth to older adult health and hospice care. Patients dealing with complex geriatric conditions or end-of-life planning benefit from her focused experience in these areas.
Yes, Dr. Kershisnik holds board certification in Family Medicine. She completed her medical degree at the Medical College of Pennsylvania and finished her residency in Family Medicine at Providence St. Peter Hospital in Olympia.
Dr. Kershisnik earned her undergraduate degree from Seattle Pacific University and her medical degree from the Medical College of Pennsylvania. She completed her Family Medicine residency at Providence St. Peter Hospital right here in Olympia.
Yes, end-of-life and hospice care are areas of particular depth for Dr. Kershisnik. She works closely with patients and their families to navigate these transitions with clarity and compassion.
Dr. Kershisnik takes a collaborative approach to care. She works with each patient to define their own goals for healthy living. Rather than prescribing a one-size-fits-all plan, she tailors her approach based on what matters most to the individual patient.
Dr. Kershisnik has lived and practiced in the Olympia area for over 20 years. She completed her residency at Providence St. Peter Hospital locally and has remained rooted in the community ever since.
Yes, geriatric care is a core part of Dr. Kershisnik's practice. She sees older adults for routine primary care, chronic disease management, and geriatric-specific health concerns. Her experience in hospice care also supports patients and families through end-of-life decisions.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026