Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson
Overview
Dr. Stephen Atkinson is a general surgeon skilled to perform a variety of surgical procedures, including hernia repair and gallbladder removal. He has extensive training in minimally invasive techniques and is also certified in the use of the daVinci robotic surgical system.Dr. Atkinson earned his undergraduate degree in Mandarin Chinese before going on the complete his medical degree at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth. He did his general surgery residency through UPMC Community Osteopathic in Harrisburg, Penn. Dr. Atkinson is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American College of Osteopathic Surgery, and Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. When not with his patients, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children, and undertaking home remodeling projects. Dr. Atkinson actually paid for some of his medical schooling by flipping a fixer upper. He also likes to travel. So far, he’s been to 12 countries over 4 continents, but his mission to see the world is still a work in progress.
Dr. Atkinson is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, Retroperitoneal Inflammation, and Choledocholithiasis.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 56 peer reviewed articles.
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- PPO
- HMO
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- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
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Locations
2721 Panhandle St, Ste 100, Denton, TX 76201
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson by calling their office at 940-382-2646. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson a top-rated expert for Gallbladder Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson is classified as an Advanced expert for Gallbladder Disease, 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. Stephen M. Atkinson specialize in?
While Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gallbladder Disease, Ogilvie Syndrome, and Retroperitoneal Inflammation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson has published 56 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gallbladder Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson accept my insurance?
Dr. Stephen M. Atkinson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 940-382-2646 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- CholecystitisDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Epidural LipomatosisDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Epidural Lipomatosis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- HerniaDr. Atkinson isAdvanced. Learn about Hernia.
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- Acute PancreatitisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- AppendicitisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Appendicitis.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- CellulitisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Atkinson isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.