Dr. Marie Atkinson, MD | Spokane, WA | Family Medicine

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Dr. Marie Atkinson specializes in family medicine and neurology, bringing comprehensive care to patients with neurological conditions. She holds board certification in neurology from the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Atkinson speaks English and serves patients throughout the Spokane area.

Dr. Atkinson practices at the MultiCare Neuroscience Institute in Spokane, Washington, and maintains affiliations with Detroit Receiving Hospital. She focuses on treating epilepsy and various types of seizures, including focal seizures and focal aware seizures. Her expertise includes performing electroencephalograms and MRI imaging, particularly MRI of the head, to help diagnose and monitor neurological conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.5 stars for her care.

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accepting new patients
4.5

13 Ratings
24 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
10 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
12 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

Dr. Atkinson's Ratings and Reviews

4.5

13 Ratings with 10 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 10 Minutes

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Patients frequently describe Dr. Marie Dau Atkinson as knowledgeable, empathetic, and attentive, appreciating her ability to listen carefully and provide thorough explanations. They commend her cheerful and professional demeanor, highlighting her excellent bedside manner and preparedness in knowing patients' histories. However, some feedback indicates that patients occasionally feel rushed and not fully heard during consultations. Despite this, the overall sentiment is positive, with patients valuing her care and expertise.

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Great provider I really appreciate that she took the time to explain things

May 22nd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Atkinson is the best doctor possible. She is knowledgeable, encouraging, and empathetic. She listens carefully and takes the time necessary to answer questions. I couldn't ask for better care.

April 24th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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The doctor was prepared, knowing my history before entering the room, and listened to my concerns and questions. She was both very professional and very cheerful at the same time! Bedside manor matters and she has it in spades

April 5th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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We love our doctor. We just felt rushed and unheard when it came time to answer our questions.

March 15th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Atkinson explained thoroughly and was friendly and professional. Awesome

February 27th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Best DR I've seen or spoke with in a long time. She was very engaged and impressive with her knowledge. Great bedside manner.

February 14th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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for Dr. Atkinson, Not a bad visit, I had fun. .

December 6th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Nothing bad, all good.

December 5th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Epilepsy patients need doctors like Dr Atkinson. I have had Epilepsy for 46 years and she is the best one I have ever seen.

September 14th, 2024 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Atkinson is very rude, accused me of faking for attention. She even went as far as to yell and cuss at me.

December 8th, 2016

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MultiCare Neuroscience Institute – Deaconess Medical Office 2

801 W 5th Ave Suite 205Spokane, WA 99204

Tel: (509) 342-3200

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Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Marie Atkinson, MD	Helix Virtual Care	Dana Scharfenberg, MN, FNP-BC, OCN	Dr. Hanqi Mao, DNP, ARNP
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
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		25 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English		Speaks English	Speaks English, Chinese (Mandarin)
Spokane , WA	Boca Raton , FL	Mill Creek , WA	Bellevue , WA
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Where is Dr. Marie Atkinson's office located?: Dr. Marie Atkinson's office is located at 801 W 5th Ave Suite 205, Spokane, WA, 99204.
What languages does Dr. Marie Atkinson speak?: Dr. Marie Atkinson speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Marie Atkinson affiliated with?: Dr. Marie Atkinson is affiliated with Detroit Receiving Hospital.

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