Summary

Dr. Kenneth Ataga is an oncology and hematology specialist who brings 36 years of experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Benin School of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center. His extensive background has established him as an expert in blood disorders and cancer treatment. Dr. Ataga is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Ataga practices across multiple locations in Memphis, Tennessee, and Chapel Hill, North Carolina, with affiliations at North Carolina Memorial Hospital, Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, and Methodist University Hospital. He specializes in treating sickle cell disease and sickle cell crisis, conditions that require specialized expertise in blood disorders. His practice includes performing pathology tests to help diagnose and monitor various blood-related conditions. Patients benefit from his decades of experience in managing complex hematologic conditions and cancer care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 36 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Suny Health Science Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Kenneth Isimemen Ataga has 8 locations

Diggs Kraus Sickle Cell Center

880 Madison Ave Ste AMemphis, TN 38103
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

North Carolina Basnight Cancer Hospital

101 Manning DrChapel Hill, NC 27514
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

Methodist South Hospital

1300 Wesley DrMemphis, TN 38116

Methodist North Hospital

3960 New Covington PikeMemphis, TN 38128

Regional One Health

877 Jefferson AveMemphis, TN 38103

North Carolina Memorial Hospital

101 Manning DrChapel Hill, NC 27514

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Speaks English, Spanish
Memphis , TNMemphis , TNMemphis , TNMemphis , TN
Med School: University Of Benin Nigeria Med School: Universidade Federal De Sao Paulo (Unifesp) Faculdade De Medicina Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia Med School: University Of Ghana
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kenneth Isimemen Ataga

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kenneth Isimemen Ataga has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kenneth Isimemen Ataga has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Anemia
  • Blood Cancer
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hematology
  • Hemoglobinopathies
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2026, Expired
Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Suny Health Science Center

Medical School

University Of Benin Nigeria
University Of Benin School Of MedicineGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Kenneth Ataga's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Ataga's office is located at 880 Madison Ave Ste A, Memphis, TN, 38103.
What languages does Dr. Kenneth Ataga speak?
Dr. Kenneth Ataga speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. Kenneth Ataga affiliated with?
Dr. Kenneth Ataga is affiliated with North Carolina Memorial Hospital, Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital, Methodist University Hospital, Methodist North Hospital, The Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital, and METHODIST SOUTH HOSPITAL.
Is Dr. Kenneth Ataga accepting new patients?
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How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kenneth Ataga?
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