Dr. Joseph P. Atkinson MD
Family Practitioner
1200 El Camino Real South San Francisco CA, 94080About
Dr. Joseph Atkinson is a family practitioner practicing in South San Francisco, CA. Dr. Atkinson specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Atkinson possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
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Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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