Kirsten Dawson, PA-C
Kirsten was born and raised in Carlsbad, CA. She moved to Charleston in 2008 to attend the Medical University of South Carolina and pursue a Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. She has been working at Southeastern Spine Institute since 2011 starting with the conservative care providers and now works on the surgical side with Dr. Frisch.
Kirsten currently lives in Charleston with her husband and 2 small boys. She enjoys traveling, cooking and eating out at new restaurants around town. When the weather is nice, she enjoys going to the beach with her family.
2008-2010 Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
2020 Plant Based Nutrition Certificate
eCornell University
2002-2006 Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry
University of San Diego
Board Certifications and Associations
- American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA)
- South Carolina Academy of Physician Assistants
- NCCPA Board Certification
Ms. Dawson has volunteered for the CARES Clinic in Mt. Pleasant, the Fresh Start Surgical Gifts in Carlsbad, California, and the Karen D. Love Head Start Program in Linda Vista, California. She has also done research and presented her findings to peers, students and faculty in the Charleston area.