Dr. Erin Hamersley

EVMS Dept. of Otolaryngology (ENT)

Aerodigestive Program

Hemangiomas and Vascular Birthmarks Program

American Board of Otolaryngology

Medical School: Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine

Residency: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth

Fellowship: Nationwide Children's Hospital

Dr. Hamersley is an assistant professor in the department of otolaryngology at Eastern Virginia Medical School. She is a fellowship trained pediatric otolaryngologist and is board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. She belongs to several professional societies including the American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Dr. Hamersley is passionate about pediatric otolaryngology and enjoys caring for children of all ages. She is known for her excellent bedside manner and great rapport with patients and families. She prides herself on providing evidence-based care and is passionate about quality improvement. She is a member of the aerodigestive and vascular birthmarks teams at CHKD.

Dr. Hamersley was born in Key West, Florida, and moved frequently in early childhood because her father was a naval aviator. She moved to Virginia Beach when she was 8 and remains a resident today with her husband, daughter, son, and golden retriever, Beau. She enjoys spending time with her family, reading, going to the beach or pool, and walking Beau. 

• Aerodigestive Disorders
• Pediatric Tracheostomy
• Emergency Airway Response
• Quality improvement

• Aerodigestive Disorders: Pediatric airway, swallowing, and voice disorders (i.e. chronic cough, congenital and acquired airway stenosis, aspiration)
• Pediatric Neck Masses
• Pediatric Sinusitis Vascular Anomalies
• Pediatric Tracheostomy
• General Pediatric Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders

• Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal (2024, 2019, 2013)
• Associate Master Clinician Award 2021 (Awarded for clinical excellence in clinical productivity, research/education, and overall respect from peers as a sought-after
  clinician)
• Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Junior Medical Officer of the Quarter 2022
• Resident Academic Achievement Award, Department of Otolaryngology, Naval Medical Center, Portsmouth, VA 2017
• Sigma Sigma Phi, Chi Chapter (Academic Honor Society), 2009-2011

• View Dr. Hamersley's publications at PubMed

"I knew my calling in life was to become a pediatric otolaryngologist and I feel most at home in a children’s hospital. Having grown up in Virginia Beach, I feel honored and privileged to be able to practice at CHKD and provide care for children in Hampton Roads."