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Dr. Karen V Atkinson M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(2)
80 Jesse Hill Dr Se Internal Medicine/Rh Atlanta GA, 30303
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Dr. Karen Atkinson is a rheumatologist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Atkinson specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Atkinson treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

The Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Med 1992

Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine 1992

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Arthritis
  • Gout
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Pain

Dr. Karen V Atkinson M.D.'s Practice location

Karen Atkinson

80 Jesse Hill Dr Se Internal Medicine/Rh -
Atlanta, GA 30303
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Dr. Karen V Atkinson M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 2 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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