Providers

Kathryn Kirpan, MD, is an internal medicine physician at Richmond Primary Care Specialists, providing high-quality primary care to adults in the Prince’s Bay neighborhood of Staten Island, New York City.

Dr. Kirpan brings more than 40 years of experience in preventive and primary care to the practice. She studied at Akademia Medyczna W Wrocławiu in Warsaw, Poland, earning her medical degree. 

After graduation, Dr. Kirpan moved to New York City. She completed two residencies –– one at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn and the second at Staten Island University Hospital | Northwell Health in Staten Island.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Kirpan completed a fellowship at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. Dr. Kirpan holds privileges at Staten Island University Hospital | Northwell Health. 

At Richmond Primary Care Specialists, she strives to provide patient-centered solutions to various ailments, including acute illnesses and chronic conditions, such as diabetes and heart disease. Dr. Kirpan speaks English, Spanish, and Polish fluently, letting her serve the practice’s diverse clientele. 

Dr. Kirpan welcomes anyone seeking improved health and well-being to Richmond Primary Care Specialists today. 

Austin Epstein, MS, PA-C, is a certified physician assistant at Richmond Primary Care Specialists, providing health care to people of all ages in the Prince’s Bay neighborhood of Staten Island, New York City.

Austin was born and raised in Staten Island and is a graduate of Tottenville High School. He studied at Wagner College (also in Staten Island), earning his undergraduate degree as a physician assistant. 

After graduation, Austin enrolled at Touro University (formerly Touro College) in New York City, earning his master’s degree in simulation-based learning. He then worked as a physician assistant in the emergency department at Staten Island University Hospital | Northwell Health in Staten Island.

During his time in the ER, Austin served as a clinician and clinical preceptor. Then, he accepted a role at the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, serving as a medicolegal investigator in the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for more than 15 years. 

At Richmond Primary Care Specialists, Austin works with people of all ages. He incorporates critical thinking and problem-based learning into his treatment approach, educating individuals on lifestyle changes they can make to improve their health and well-being. 

Austin is certified by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). When he isn’t working, he regularly instructs courses on both specialties. Austin also holds an academic appointment with a New York-based physician assistant program.

Austin welcomes individuals and families seeking exceptional health care to schedule an appointment at Richmond Primary Care Specialists. 

Indira Bashic, AGNP, is an adult gerontology nurse practitioner at Richmond Primary Care Specialists, providing high-quality health care to adults in the Prince’s Bay neighborhood of Staten Island, New York City.

Indira studied at the College of Staten Island (CSI) CUNY in New York City, earning her undergraduate degree. After graduation, she stayed at CSI and obtained her master’s degree as an adult gerontology nurse practitioner.

At Richmond Primary Care Specialists, Indira works with adults of all ages, but she has a special interest in caring for patients 70 and older. Her extensive knowledge of geriatric care lets her treat a wide range of common age-related conditions, including arthritis, osteoporosis, and heart disease.

When she isn’t meeting with patients at Richmond Primary Care Specialists, Indira can be found at CSI, teaching as an adjunct clinical professor, or serving clientele in the employee health department at Richmond University Medical Center (also in Staten Island).

Outside of work, Indira loves spending time with her two sons. She’s also an avid traveler who enjoys exploring the U.S. and foreign countries. Indira welcomes anyone needing preventive or primary care to schedule an appointment at Richmond Primary Care Specialists.