Stephen Michael Atkinson, DO
A member of Texas Health Physicians Group
Stephen Michael Atkinson, DO
Surgery
Offers Video Visits
Texas Health Surgical Specialists 2721 Panhandle St
Ste 100
Denton, TX 76201-2484
Ste 100
Denton, TX 76201-2484
About Me
Specialties
Surgery
Hospital Affiliations
Texas Health Denton
Gender
M
Languages
Mandarin
English
Education
UPMC Community Osteopathic, Residency - 2022
University of North Texas Health Science Center - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine, Medical Education - 2017
Bio
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 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.
Accepted Insurance
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Aetna Better Health Chip Medicaid
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Comments
4.9 out of 5 (50 Ratings, 24 Comments)
Nov 2024Very informative, professional, and caring.Nov 2024Very informative, professional, efficient, and kind.Nov 2024Excellent communicator and surgeon!Oct 2024Dr. Atkinson is excellent.Oct 2024VERY GOODOct 2024Very goodOct 2024Dr Atkinson did a great job and explained everything. Love his bedside manner. Only thing I didn't lie was nurse blowing out vien. Overall goog experience.Oct 2024I felt very confident listening to Dr Atkinson and making the decision I made.Oct 2024This was probably the BEST experience I have received from a medical provider in 25 years.Oct 2024Dr. Atkinson took the time to listen to my concerns and thoroughly answered all of my questions.Oct 2024Dr Atkinson answered all of my questionsSep 2024Best dr I've ever had!Sep 2024Listened, answered questions, very caringSep 2024I'm very happy we have found a group that is so helpful and cheerful through a scary process.Sep 2024I was very nervous before and during my appointment but Dr Atkinson really did well to explain everything throughly and relieved alot of my worry.Sep 2024Everyone was friendly and professional. I appreciate all of you!Sep 2024Dr. Atkinson is great! He explained everything and gave me my options. He treated me with respect and concern. He took the time needed. I didn't feel rushed at all.Sep 2024Very goodSep 2024Very happy with everyoneAug 2024It was a great experience!Aug 2024Dr. Atkinson is a good doctor , he listen and answers every questions you have in a simple way that you understand them. He doesn't rush you!Aug 2024Dr. Atkinson listens, answers questions, explained the procedure, and is very kind.Aug 2024Very good experience. Easy process to schedule, with excellent professional handling of all issues.Aug 2024Excellent communication with Dr. ATKINSON,He listened to issues, then gave analysis and gave very precise overview of his procedure and expectation for recovery.