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Dr. Seann M Atkinson DO
Family Practitioner
890 Lazelle St Sturgis SD, 57785About
Dr. Seann Atkinson is a family practitioner practicing in Sturgis, SD. 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.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 2001
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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Nearby Providers
- Dr. George William Jenter D.O.1010 Ballpark Rd Sturgis SD 57785
- Dr. Derrick Jay Kuntz M.D.890 Lazelle St Sturgis SD 57785
- Dr. Sarah Elizabeth Fatland DO890 Lazelle St Sturgis SD 57785
- Dr. Michael Christopher Preys MD1247 Sherman St Sturgis SD 57785
- Dr. Constance Ann Stock MD890 LAZELLE ST STURGIS SD 57785
- Dr. Michael E Hogue MD890 Lazelle St Sturgis SD 57785
Nearest Hospitals
SPEARFISH REGIONAL HOSPITALl
1440 N MAIN ST SPEARFISH SD 57783LEAD - DEADWOOD REGIONAL HOSPITAL - CAHl
61 CHARLES STREET DEADWOOD SD 57732STURGIS REGIONAL HOSPITALl
949 HARMON STREET STURGIS SD 57785