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
University of North Texas Health Science Center - Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine - Medical Education - 2017
UPMC Community Osteopathic - Residency - 2022
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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6 Degrees-Fort Worth Firefighters
Aetna Better Health Chip Medicaid
Aetna Better Health Star Plans Medicaid
Aetna Medicare Adv
Aetna TX HealthAetna
Ambetter-ACA/Marketplace
American Health Advantage
BCBS Blue Advantage HMO(ACA)
BCBS Blue Choice PPO
BCBS Blue Essentials (HMO Blue)
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage HMO
BCBS Blue Medicare Advantage PPO
BCBS MyBlueHealth
Care N Care Medicare Adv
Cigna Commercial
Cigna Medicare Adv HMO
Cigna Medicare Adv PPO
Cook Childrens Medicaid
Coventry First Health
Galaxy
HealthFirst TPA-Ardent Health Services
HealthSmart
Humana ChoiceCare Commercial
Humana HMO PPO Medicare Adv
Medicare Railroad
Medicare Rest Of Texas
Molina Medicaid Chip
Molina Medicaid Star Plans
Molina Medicare Adv
PHCS Multiplan
ProCare Advantage Medicare HMO
QuickTrip
Self-pay
Superior Medicaid Chip Plans
Superior Medicaid Star Plans
Superior Medicare Adv/Wellcare by Allwell
Texas Independence Health Plan (TIHP)
TriWest (BCBS)
Tricare Humana Military
UHC AARP Medicare Adv
UHC Commercial
USA Commercial PPO
WellCare Medicare HMO/PPO
WellPoint Medicaid(Formerly Amerigroup)
WellPoint Medicare Adv(Formerly Amerigroup)
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Comments
5.0 out of 5 (32 Ratings, 15 Comments)
Mar 2024Dr. Atkinson was "All Pro" from start to finish. [...] Cutting to the chase: he at the very least saved me from major problems and had the [...] (which was a distinct possibility), my life.Mar 2024Having spent 21 years in the Army, I can safely say this team had military precision of coordination.Mar 2024Excellant experience all aroundMar 2024Very personable and explained all diagnosis probabilities; as well as treatment options. Felt very comfortable with the doctor. Will have more information after scheduled procedure.Mar 2024Nice doctorFeb 2024Very good experienceFeb 2024Very please with all care. Would highly recommend to anyone.Feb 2024Excellent overall!!!!!Feb 2024Excellent overall!!!!Feb 2024Can't say enough about Dr. Atkinson. Very professional, caring individual for his patience, and I felt very confident but I was being taken care of.Feb 2024GoodFeb 2024GoodJan 2024My surgeon, Dr. Stephen Atkinson, was exceptionally attentive and focused on my health concerns. He completely and thoroughly answered all my questions. My surgery was a complete success. I would highly recommend Dr. Atkinson to others.Dec 2023Great experienceDec 2023Very nice all around