Summary

Dr. Melissa Atwood is an internal medicine physician who brings 21 years of experience to her practice at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. She earned her medical degree from Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine at Midwestern University and completed her residency at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn in 2009. Dr. Atwood pursued specialized fellowship training at the Medical College of Wisconsin, completing programs in pediatric critical care in 2013 and palliative care in 2014. She holds board certification in pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics and provides care in English.

Based at the Milwaukee campus of Children's Wisconsin, Dr. Atwood focuses her expertise on helping young patients with complex medical conditions. She treats children with cognitive impairment, joint deformities, and cardiomyopathy. Her procedural skills include chronic wound care, surgical nail removal, and anticoat dressing applications. Patients consistently rate Dr. Atwood highly for her compassionate care, giving her an average rating of 5.0 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 21 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical College of Wisconsin - Palliative Care
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Milwaukee Campus-Children's Wisconsin

8915 W Connell AveMilwaukee, WI 53226
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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3.9 
21 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Milwaukee , WIBrookfield , WILyons , COSummit , WI
Med School: Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern University Med School: Spartan Health Sciences University School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa A Atwood

  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Network Health Plan
  • UCare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa A Atwood has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa A Atwood has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Respiratory Failure
  • Septic Shock

Certifications, License, & Education

21 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Pediatrics

Pediatrics

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Wisconsin, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Medical College of Wisconsin - Palliative Care2014
Medical College of Wisconsin - Ped Critical Care2013

Residency

Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn2009

Medical School

Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine of Midwestern UniversityGraduated in 2005

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is Dr. Melissa Atwood's office located?
Dr. Melissa Atwood's office is located at 8915 W Connell Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53226.
Which hospitals is Dr. Melissa Atwood affiliated with?
Dr. Melissa Atwood is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Of Wisconsin Inc.
Does Dr. Melissa Atwood accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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