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Dr. David Atherton is a neurologist who specializes in comprehensive neurological care. He completed his residency at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School in 2022, followed by fellowships at the University of Virginia Health System in 2023 and JFK Medical Center in 2025. Dr. Atherton holds board certifications in both Neurology and Neuromuscular Medicine from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, earning these credentials in 2023 and 2024 respectively. He provides care in English.
Dr. Atherton practices at JFK University Medical Center and sees patients at the JFK New Jersey Neuroscience Institute in Edison, New Jersey. He treats patients with diabetic nerve damage, memory problems, and Alzheimer's disease. His expertise includes conducting nerve and muscle testing studies to diagnose neurological conditions. He also coordinates physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain mobility and function.
Dr. Atherton practices at JFK University Medical Center and sees patients at the JFK New Jersey Neuroscience Institute in Edison, New Jersey. He treats patients with diabetic nerve damage, memory problems, and Alzheimer's disease. His expertise includes conducting nerve and muscle testing studies to diagnose neurological conditions. He also coordinates physical therapy and strength training programs to help patients maintain mobility and function.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- JFK Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| 26 Years of Experience | 18 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Edison , NJ | Brooklyn , NY | New York , NY | New York , NY |
| Med School: Universidad Iberoamericana (Unibe) School Of Medicine | Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine | |
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Medical Specialties
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Specialty Expertise
Dr. David C Atherton has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Neurology, 2023
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Neuromuscular Medicine, 2024
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, New Jersey, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
JFK Medical Center2025
University of Virginia Health System2023
Residency
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School2022
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