Overview
Karleena Tuggle is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia.
Dr. Tuggle is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Obesity in Children, Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), Sleeve Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Tuggle is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, 2016. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Tuggle is currently accepting new patients.
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Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle by calling their office at 404-881-8020. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle is classified as an Advanced expert for Obesity, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle specialize in?
While Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Obesity in Children, and Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity. You can view a list of Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle accept my insurance?
Dr. Karleena R. Tuggle accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 404-881-8020 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ObesityDr. Tuggle isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
- Experienced
- CellulitisDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- CholecystitisDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Congenital Diaphragmatic HerniaDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia.
- EndoscopyDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.
- GastrectomyDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.
- GastritisDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Gastritis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Gastrointestinal PerforationDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Perforation.
- HerniaDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Hernia.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- Hiatal HerniaDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Hiatal Hernia.
- Obesity in ChildrenDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Obesity in Children.
- Ogilvie SyndromeDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Ogilvie Syndrome.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Sleeve GastrectomyDr. Tuggle isExperienced. Learn about Sleeve Gastrectomy.
- Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS)