David DeAtkine Jr, MD, FACE

It was Feb 2011 and I was in the hospital very sick , it appeared no one knew how to help me .My daughter got on line and found Dr David De Atkins Jr. He said he would take a look at me ... I remember praying for a Doctor who would know what to do ... Dr D. Came in and I was impressed at the start , He had a calming bedside manor and a plan ! I was relieved right away that I was in good hands . You see Well, I am a nurse and well we aren’t easy to convince.. He agreed to take my case and became my PCP . . Through two grueling yrs , of TPN and Very Strong Iv antibiotics we went until finally I recognized some what of my self ... then in early 2013 I broke my femur it was failure to union so there we went another yr. in a W//C.. All the while He remained a wonderful source of encouragement and knowledge to support me and my health care goals .., Fast forward to today Feb 2020 we are still at it 9 yrs later . I have had so many illnesses for Him to treat I sometimes think I can feel him shaking his head when I leave , but I know we are a team and my health is very important to him as well . Dr . D is key to referrals to other Doctors To offer me the best healthcare . When the reports are in , he is always going over them with me ,adding his spin on the topics and offering well educated additions to get the best results He spends time with me allows me to talk it out and arrive at a place I am comfortable with the decisions . I never feel rushed in his office , ample time to get my questions asked and answered . . He is a doctor , and friend whose opinions I cherish because I trust him . He has shown me over the last nine yrs . A Doctor who really cares of the outcome of his patients well beings. Dr .David DeAtkins Jr. you are a wonderful physician treating not only the body but the very souls of your patients , Your knowledge and bedside manor is so vital to the healing process .. I am convinced if not for your help in my case I really think I would not have made it . You see there is a little girl named Eleanor Rose and she loves her Nana Belle . I am so very thankful I got to meet her , she is a sweet heart and melts my heart . Dr. David DeAtkins Jr. and his very knowledgeable staff are a fine oiled medical machine and I thank God they are on my team . Hey you all you Rock ! Here’s to another nine years !

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 she passed away. She "loved him so". His word was the law in our house! Fortunately, when Dr. DeAtkine joined MDVIP she continued to remain his patient. Upon his joining MDVIP, I am thrilled to report I was accepted into that practice and I have been there ever since. His word continues to be the law wherever I reside. I have received exceptional care, care for my entire person. I value his ability as a doctor in addition to his caring personality, his awesome mind, and the first-class practice he has maintained in Birmingham.

Dr Deatkine has been a leader in our community in helping patients wt Lyme disease and I credit him wt helping me survive this awful disease. He also has been a great friend and support as my family has had several medical issues that he has fused us through. He is a fantastic person and Dr! Happy Drs Day and thanks for your care and support!

Dr. Atkine spends as much time at each visit needed to resolve each issue presented. I believe he know me as well as any friend or even family member. This detailed understanding and respect guides his recommendations and treatment options. He responds to phone call promptly as does his staff . Even my most seemingly little concern is treated with concern and respect. He is a authentic person and a “real” physician in the sense of the oath he takes to serve in that role. He keeps up-to-day with medical breakthroughs which inspires confidence in the recommendations he makes on my behalf. I am indeed grateful to be under his care. His great sense of humor makes my day!