Summary

Dr. Kerry Watkins is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine and hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and brings 25 years of experience to her practice. Her comprehensive training allows her to provide both inpatient hospital care and compassionate end-of-life support for patients and families.

Dr. Watkins practices at multiple respected healthcare facilities, including Salem Hospital, PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, and Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, with locations in Salem, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington. She treats patients with joint pain and back pain concerns, including specialized care for back pain during pregnancy and in children and teens. Her approach includes physical therapy coordination, virtual care consultations, and strength training programs to help patients recover and maintain their health. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her a 5.0 average rating.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 25 years of experience
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
  • 3 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins has 5 locations

Kaiser Permanente North Lancaster Medical Office

2400 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97305
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Kaiser Permanente Salmon Creek Medical Office

14406 NE 20th AveVancouver, WA 98686
Mon7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 6:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center

2211 Ne 139th StVancouver, WA 98686

Salem Health Salem Hospital

890 Oak St SeSalem, OR 97301

Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center

400 Ne Mother Joseph PlVancouver, WA 98664

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Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins, MDDr. Merrill Harris, MDDr. Kimberly Ann ShieldsDr. Annie Seapan Mack, MD
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
3.8 
25 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Salem , ORPortland , ORPortland , ORPortland , OR
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine Med School: Univ Of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Oregon, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated in 2001

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Which hospitals is Dr. Kerry Watkins affiliated with?
Dr. Kerry Watkins is affiliated with SALEM HOSPITAL, Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, and Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Kerry Watkins's office located?
Dr. Kerry Watkins's office is located at 2400 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR, 97305.

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