Summary

Dr. Richard Atkinson is a dual-specialty physician practicing both neurology and psychiatry, bringing together expertise in brain function from both neurological and mental health perspectives. They completed medical school at Stanford University School of Medicine and residency training at UCSF Medical Center. With 54 years of clinical experience, Dr. Atkinson offers care in Spanish, Russian, and English to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Atkinson practices at Sutter Medical Center Sacramento and sees patients at Sutter Neuroscience Medical Group in Sacramento, California. Their dual training allows them to address complex cases where neurological and psychiatric conditions may overlap or interact. Patients have given Dr. Atkinson an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their satisfaction with the care they receive.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 54 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Russian, English
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Sutter Neuroscience Medical Group

2800 L St Ste 500Sacramento, CA 95816
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

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4.5 
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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Russian, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English, Spanish
Sacramento , CASan Antonio , TXOrange , CALos Altos , CA
Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Presley Atkinson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Presley Atkinson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Presley Atkinson has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Brain Ischemia
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Psychiatry
  • Stroke
  • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

Stanford University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1972

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Richard Atkinson's office located?
Dr. Richard Atkinson's office is located at 2800 L St Ste 500, Sacramento, CA, 95816.
What languages does Dr. Richard Atkinson speak?
Dr. Richard Atkinson speaks Spanish, Russian, and English.
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