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Dr. Colby Atkins, MD

Dr. Colby Atkins, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Colby Atkins, MD is a general surgeon in Lexington, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 1984. He is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 28 reviews 4 Star Rating (28 reviews)

Practice

1401 Harrodsburg Rd Ste C100 Lexington, KY 40504

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Dr. Atkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Atkins

4.0
28 ratings, 19 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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His office staff are wonderful. His NP is fantastic. They are caring and absolutely some of the most caring and compassionate staff I've met. Dr Atkins has cut on my mom's arm FOUR x and it's in worse shape than ever. We are now in St Joe for a 5th procedure with a different doctor who said he doubts he can help at this point. I wish I could upload pictures to show her very swollen, bruised arm that is filled with blood clots! He will never touch her again. He needs to be reviewed and disciplined by the board as well as the OIG. Not to mention, he has the bedside manner of a wet mop. He doesn't bother to come after surgery to tell you how things went and only 2 out of the 4x has he bothered to come by beforehand. Even then, he's rushed and you feel as though you're bothering him by asking a question. Uncaring, unfeeling and in dire need of training. 39 years of ego and incompetence is long enough, it's time to retire.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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SMcK – Jan 23, 2024
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Fast friendly service.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 17, 2023
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Saw the PA Amy
Very thorough explanation of the process snd evaluation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Larry – Jul 15, 2022
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Very friendly professional and caring
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 05, 2022
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My contact was with Annie. She was thoroughly professional and helpful. My star rating is for her. I cannot rate Dr. Atkins since I have not met him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 25, 2021
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I saw Amy for vein injections. She was excellent and I would highly recommend!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 07, 2021
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Yes. He was friendly and explained what he would be doing.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Janie j Dean – Oct 28, 2021
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My contact was with Amy. The care she gave me could not have been better.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rena Bartlett – Apr 30, 2021
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Very quick and comfortable. Dr. Atkins saved my leg and I'm very grateful!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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John W. – Mar 22, 2021
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I have been a patient for 6 years now. Dr. Atkin's is pleasant and to the point. He knows his specialty well. The staff is very good, informative and pleasurable. I would recommend to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Beth – Nov 19, 2020
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Dr Atkins was pleasant & informative. He answered our questions clearly & made a recommendation for further assistance if needed. We would recommend Dr Atkins without hesitation.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 06, 2020
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Was very pleased with Dr Adkins and his staff. Very professional and easy to talk to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Patricia Carpenter – Oct 25, 2019
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He done a real job on my surgery
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Carl J. Williams – Oct 12, 2019
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He and his staff are very professional and competent. He has been monitoring and treating my vascular issues for several years and I highly recommend him and his team for any and all vascular issues.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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John T. Hancock – Aug 02, 2019
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I would recommend Df Atkins He is skilled knowledgeable prompt and pleasant He answered my questions so I could understand with excess verbosity I saw him promptly I like him very much
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nancy Linville – Jul 11, 2019
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Dr Atkins has always been friendly, courteous and knowledgeable concerning my needs.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 03, 2019
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Treat them like you want to be treated .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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William Turley in Georgetown, KY – Feb 28, 2019
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Excellent service from everyone there and Dr.Adkins along with Amanda are wonderful Phycians.Never having to wait very long .thanks to entire staff .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Western casey in Clay city, KY – Feb 08, 2019
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His office is incompetent! We were told to be at hospital for a procedure and 2 hours after scheduled time we are still sitting here. They forgot to send over the order!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Ginger in Clay City, KY – Sep 05, 2018
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Dr. Colby Atkins, MD is a general surgeon in Lexington, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 1984. He is affiliated with Saint Joseph Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

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  • Georgia Baptist Hospital|university Ala Hosps

    Fellowship Hospital, 1996
  • University Ala Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1990
  • University Ala Hosps

    Internship Hospital, 1986
  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
Vascular Surgery
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Practice

Bariatric Surgical Associates PLLC1401 Harrodsburg Rd Ste C100 Lexington, KY 40504
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    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
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Practice

Surgical Associates of Lexington PLLC278 Southland Dr Ste 140 Lexington, KY 40503
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Continuing Care Hospital1 Saint Joseph Dr Lexington, KY 40504
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