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Dr. Thomas Atkinson Sr, MD

Dr. Thomas Atkinson Sr, MD

Family Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Atkinson Sr, MD is a family medicine physician in Nebo, NC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest University in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mission Hospital and Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center.

4 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

5920 US Highway 70 E Nebo, NC 28761
(828) 659-9703

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Atkinson Sr specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Atkinson Sr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Atkinson Sr

4.0

6 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
67%
67%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
17%
17%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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Joe in Nebo, NC – May 04, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Atkinson Sr, MD is a family medicine physician in Nebo, NC and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wake Forest University in 1977. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mission Hospital and Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center.

  • Family Medicine

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  • Wake Forest University

    Medical School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

McDowell Medical Associates PA5920 US Highway 70 E Nebo, NC 28761
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center

    1000 Blythe Blvd
    Charlotte, NC 28203
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Carolinas Healthcare System-Blue Ridge

    2201 S Sterling St
    Morganton, NC 28655
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Mission Hospital

    509 Biltmore Ave
    Asheville, NC 28801
    Recipient of 69
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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