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Summary
Dr. Karen Atkinson is an internal medicine physician who specializes in rheumatology, focusing on the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory conditions affecting joints, muscles, and connective tissues. She earned her medical degree from Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed her residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. With 34 years of clinical experience, Dr. Atkinson has developed extensive expertise in managing complex rheumatologic disorders. She provides care in English to patients throughout the Atlanta area.
Dr. Atkinson practices at several major medical centers, including Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center in Decatur, Emory University Hospital Midtown in Atlanta, and Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta. Her clinical focus encompasses the comprehensive care of patients with rheumatic diseases, drawing on more than three decades of specialized experience. Patients have given Dr. Atkinson an …average rating of 4.0, reflecting their confidence in her clinical expertise and patient care approach.
Read More Read less Dr. Atkinson practices at several major medical centers, including Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta VA Medical Center in Decatur, Emory University Hospital Midtown in Atlanta, and Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta. Her clinical focus encompasses the comprehensive care of patients with rheumatic diseases, drawing on more than three decades of specialized experience. Patients have given Dr. Atkinson an …average rating of 4.0, reflecting their confidence in her clinical expertise and patient care approach.
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Quick Facts
- 34 years of experience
- speaks English
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 4 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Karen Vance Atkinson has 4 locationsJoseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Va Medical Center
1670 Clairmont RdDecatur, GA 30033 Tel: (404) 321-6111
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Edward P Boland Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
421 N Main StLeeds, MA 01053 Tel: (413) 584-4040
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 34 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 41 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| Decatur , GA | Marietta , GA | Stockbridge , GA | Atlanta , GA |
| Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica | Med School: Jinnah Sindh Medical University | Med School: Medical College of Georgia - Graduate with Honors |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Karen Vance Atkinson
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Karen Vance Atkinson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Karen Vance Atkinson has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
34 Years Experience
Dr. Karen Vance Atkinson holds active and inactive medical licenses in the states of Georgia and Massachusetts.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Georgia that expires in 2027 and an inactive medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2005.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1992.
NPI Number
Dr. Atkinson's NPI number is 1942219670.
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- Dr. Karen Atkinson has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Karen Atkinson affiliated with?
- Dr. Karen Atkinson is affiliated with Joseph Maxwell Cleland Atlanta Va Medical Center.
- Where is Dr. Karen Atkinson's office located?
- Dr. Karen Atkinson's office is located at 1670 Clairmont Rd, Decatur, GA, 30033.
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