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Thomas Atkinson, MD

Hematology Oncology
Accepting New Patients
Thomas Atkinson, MD
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Thomas Atkinson, MD

Hematology Oncology
Accepting New Patients
Primary Location
200 W Esplanade Ave
Kenner, LA 70065

Biography

Dr. Thomas Atkinson is a medical oncologist at Ochsner MD Anderson Cancer Center. A Louisianan by birth, Dr. Atkinson was raised in Northwest Arkansas. After earning a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of Arkansas, Dr. Atkinson then attended UAMS in Little Rock where he graduated with honors in research. Following medical school, he returned to Louisiana where he met his wife (a New Orleans native) during his internal medicine residency at Tulane University. He remained at Tulane for a hematology and oncology fellowship and was elected as chief fellow in his final year of training. In 2021, he was elected as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians. His clinical interests include integrative oncology, palliative oncology and geriatric oncology. Dr. Atkinson has articles published in peer-reviewed journals and presented at national conferences in the field of cancer care.It is commonly said that medicine is both an art and a science. In my experience, this is absolutely true. Cultivating the artistic side of my practice is therefore extremely important to me. In my spare time enjoy painting, Dr. Atkinson said.

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Education and Training

Medical School

University of Arkansas
Field of Study: Medicine

Internship

Tulane University School of Medicine - GME
Field of Study: Internal Medicine

Residency

Tulane University School of Medicine - GME
Field of Study: Internal Medicine

Fellowship

Tulane University School of Medicine - GME
Field of Study: Hematology/Oncology

Certifications

  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Hematology/Oncology
  • American Board of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine

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Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews

All patient experience ratings and comments are submitted by Ochsner Health patients through post-care surveys. Only surveys administered by Ochsner Health are displayed, and reviews are confidential to ensure privacy. Not all reviews submitted from patients included a comment.

November 2024

Dr. Atkinson listened to my concerns, reviewed my lab results and provided guidance on next steps.

November 2024

Nurse/assistant and doctor explained medical situation and further treatment as clearly as possible

November 2024

My wife and I are very pleased with Dr Atkinson

October 2024

MD was well informed, caring and professional

September 2024

Excellent doctor

September 2024

Dr. Atkinson covered all of my concerns efficiently but thoroughly. He explained my options for treatment very well and included me in the decision making process.

September 2024

Dr Atkinson was very personable and professional

August 2024

Excellent! Dr. Atkinson is an excellent provider and I would recommend him to anybody. He genuinely cares about the comfort and well-being of his patients. Thank you!

August 2024

Dr and nurse was caring doing the visit.

July 2024

Very fortunate to have found Dr. Atkinson. He has been so supportive helping to manage new medical conditions, which ended up being largely outside the realm of Hematology. Nevertheless, he has consistently gone above and beyond to try to help me and improve my symptoms. I've been feeling my worst lately, and he takes all the time I need to answer questions. The first time I met him, I sobbed in his office and he never made me feel stupid or a burden. He sets a high bar for how all providers should treat their patients. He's absolutely one of the best doctors I've encountered at Ochsner.

July 2024

Very polite

June 2024

Instead of frightening, my oncologist made me feel comfortable, thorough and just exceptional!

May 2024

I'm always praising Oschner's cancer care staff. Dr. Atkinson's care and concern is what keeps me coming back. I think we are a perfect dr. and patient match.