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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.
Read More Read less 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.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 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 locationsKaiser Permanente North Lancaster Medical Office
2400 Lancaster Dr NESalem, OR 97305 Tel: (503) 361-5400
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 Tel: (800) 813-2000
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
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| Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins, MD | Dr. Cora M. Ludwig, MD | Dr. Ying Long, MD | Dr. Merrill Harris, MD |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 25 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Salem , OR | Clackamas , OR | Portland , OR | Portland , OR |
| Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston | Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine | Med School: Xiangya School Of Medicine Central South University | Med School: The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins
Medical Specialties
Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
25 Years Experience
Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of Oregon and Washington.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Oregon that expired in 2025 and an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 2001.
NPI Number
Dr. Watkins' NPI number is 1952339194.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins affiliated with?
- Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins is affiliated with SALEM HOSPITAL, Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, and Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center.
- Is Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins accepting new patients?
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- How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins?
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- Where is Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins's office located?
- Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins's office is located at 2400 Lancaster Dr NE, Salem, OR, 97305.
- Does Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kerry Elaine Watkins accepts on their Vitals profile.
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