Summary

Dr. Nichole Atherton is a surgeon who earned her medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. With 23 years of experience in the field, she specializes in surgical care with particular expertise in treating complex medical conditions.

Dr. Atherton practices at multiple locations across California, including Family Healthcare Network and Kaweah Health Medical Center in Visalia, Queen of the Valley Medical Center in Napa, and Regional Medical Center of San Jose. She focuses on caring for patients with serious injuries such as closed head injuries and traumatic brain injuries, as well as chest wall problems and related injuries. Her diagnostic capabilities include performing CT scans, chest X-rays, and chest fluoroscopy procedures. Patients consistently rate her care highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 23 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • Tufts University School Of Medicine
  • 7 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Nichole Suzanne Atherton has 4 locations

Family Healthcare Network

501 N Bridge StVisalia, CA 93291
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kaweah Health Medical Center

400 W Mineral King AveVisalia, CA 93291

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Dr. Nichole Suzanne Atherton, MDNirav Naik, MDDr. Daniel Joseph Schlund, MDDr. Carlos Santivanez, MD
SurgerySurgeryOtolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.3 
3.4 
23 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi Speaks Spanish, English Speaks Spanish, Portuguese
Visalia , CABAKERSFIELD , CAHanford , CAHanford , CA
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nichole Suzanne Atherton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • CareMore
  • CenCal Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Family Health Network
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Nichole Suzanne Atherton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Nichole Suzanne Atherton has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hernia
  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

23 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2003

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. Nichole Atherton accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Nichole Atherton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Nichole Atherton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. Nichole Atherton accepting new patients?
Dr. Nichole Atherton has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Nichole Atherton's office located?
Dr. Nichole Atherton's office is located at 501 N Bridge St, Visalia, CA, 93291.

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