Summary

Dr. Thomas Atkinson is a family medicine physician who has dedicated nearly five decades to caring for patients in western North Carolina. He earned his medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Mountain Area Health Education Center. With 49 years of clinical experience, Dr. Atkinson has built extensive expertise in comprehensive family healthcare. He speaks English with his patients.

Dr. Atkinson practices at McDowell Medical Associates with locations in both Nebo and Marion, North Carolina, and maintains hospital privileges at UNC Health Blue Ridge Morganton. His practice focuses significantly on allergy care, treating patients with allergic rhinitis and various allergic reactions. He offers specialized treatments including allergen immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy, and provides guidance on autoinjector use for patients with severe allergies. Patients rate Dr. Atkinson 4.5 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 49 years of experience
  • 14 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Mountain Area Health Education Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Thomas Temple Atkinson has 2 locations

Mcdowell Medical Associates

5920 US Highway 70 ENebo, NC 28761
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mcdowell Medical Associates

1860 Sugar Hill RdMarion, NC 28752

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Temple Atkinson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optima Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Temple Atkinson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Temple Atkinson has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Mountain Area Health Education Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Atkinson's NPI number is 1760472195.

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Where is Dr. Thomas Atkinson's office located?
Dr. Thomas Atkinson's office is located at 5920 US Highway 70 E, Nebo, NC, 28761.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Thomas Atkinson affiliated with?
Dr. Thomas Atkinson is affiliated with Unc Health Blue Ridge Morganton.
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