My mom lived with me during the last decade or so of her life. She dealt with cancer, cardiac issues, diabetes, and numerous other concerns that worsened the older she got. Her internist retired and her cardiologist recommended David DeAtkine to her as a doctor new to his practice and to Birmingham. Mother struck gold that day. She received exceptional medical care from then until the day… See more
David DeAtkine Jr, MD, FACE
Birmingham, AL 35205 Get Directions
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Dr. DeAtkine's Credentials
Duke University Medical Center
Durham, NC
Endocrine Fellowship 1990-1992
Post-Doctoral Fellowship in Behavioral Medicine, supported by National Institutes of Mental Health Grant
1990-1991
Internal Medicine
Duke University Medical Center
Durham, NC
1987-1990
Internal Medicine
Duke University Medical Center
Durham, NC
1987-1990
University of Texas, Southwestern Medical School
Dallas, TX
Doctorate of Medicine 1987
Rice University
Houston, TX
Bachelor of Arts, Computer Science 1983
University of Texas, Southwestern Foundation Scholarship
Fellowship, American College of Endocrinology 2003
First Prize for Excellence in Clinical Research, Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism with Co-authors 1998
Medical Director, St. Vincents Diabetes Education Center 1993-present
Chief Medical Editor, Successful Living With Diabetes 2000-2002
Consulting Endocrinologist and Internist, St. Vincents Hospital, Birmingham 1993-present
Vice President, ADA Regional Executive Council 2007-2014
Medical Director, Central Research Associates
American Academy of Clinical Endocrinologists
Testimonials from patients of Dr. DeAtkine
A dedicated, brilliant physician, just the best, I am grateful for him, Thanks for the chance tell you.
Dr. DeAtkine became my mother's doctor when he arrived in Birmingham. At that time I did not fit the criteria for his practice. As a matter of fact, MDVIP made it possible for me to join Dr. DeAtkine's practice. What a lucky day that was for sure.
I signed up the first day possible and have been his patient ever since.
Dr. DeAtkine is the quintessential doctor. I am… See more
Dr, David DeAtkine has been my husbands and my MDVIP physician for a number of years, and we havent regretted choosing him. Because of our age and numerous episodes with our health, it was imperative that we have a physician who could be contacted quickly. We have been pleased with the promptness in responding to us and his expertise in handling our problems. If we need a specialist, tests… See more
We are 86 and 87 years old and have been patients of Dr. David D. DeAtkine for about 25 years. We have aged with Dr. DeAtkine and his family and watched his children grow into adults and followed their activities and education. We have loved him like a son!! With his efficient and caring staff and with his MDVIP practice, we have been able to have attention rapidly in all of our medical… See more
I am really grateful for the care Dr. DeAtkine has given me over the years. I have been seeing him since 1994. He has gone beyond the call of duty to keep me healthy. I am blessed to have him caring for me.
Dr. DeAtkine, I am so blessed by having you as my Doctor. The times when I have needed to speak with you, you have called me back as soon as possible. Also when I have an appointment with you, you treat me as if I was your only patient that day by spending as much time with me as I ask you question after question.
You know I have several other Doctors I have to see for pain management… See more
Experienced a hospital stay only weeks after becoming his patient and he was incredible in supervising my case. There are three family members who use Doctor D and we agree that he is the best investment we could possible have in our health.
Dr. DeAtkine,
You are my healer, friend and confidant. You have been so kind when you have cared for me for all of these years, even before MDVIP, which gave an outstanding doctor the time to be even better.
With multiple illnesses I require more than the usual amount of your time, which you have given me so kindly and patiently. You have coordinated all of my care and have even… See more
What a honor it is for me to call you MY DOCTOR. I feel so special when I enter your office and see your fantastic staff there to welcome me. Thank you for giving me the satisfaction of knowing that you are interested in my health and always make decisions that are right for me.
YOU ARE THE VERY BEST AND I THANK YOU.
May God continue to bless you, your staff, and family.