The correct spelling of the word "kirshner" is actually "Kirschner". This word is often used to refer to a type of surgical wire or pin used to stabilize bones during the healing process. The phonetic transcription of "Kirschner" is /ˈkɪrʃnər/. The initial sound is a "k" sound followed by a short "i" sound. The "r" is emphasized and the final part of the word has a short "u" sound followed by a soft "n" and a schwa vowel sound.