I have been seeing Chris Atkins for two years now for both rheumatoid osteoarthritis. He has managed to treat the pain and slow the progression. He is a "no nonsense" professional. He is extremely well educated and the most knowledgeable person I have met in this field. I personally enjoy his professionalism and sense of humor. Some other people that I have talked to find him short on "bedside manner", but he deals with the problem and the solutions.

Submitted March 16, 2007

Very knowledgeable man. In the know about all the new treatments. Willing to listen to your needs and wants. Will go to bat for you regarding insurance. Makes sure you understand your treatment with hand-outs and on-line investigation. One of the best doctors you would ever want.

Submitted March 15, 2007

No nonsense. Blunt, and truthful. Willing to go to bat for you to maintain diagnosis and treatment. Likes some of the new treatments that are in testing stages. Willing to research treatments (medications) - I have some allergies, etc. and he called Harvard School of Med. to check on "olden" medications from over 40 years ago that may still be available in a more natural format.

Submitted Feb. 18, 2007

I did not like the treatment that I received. He prescribed a medication that made me sick and was not working,then refused to prescribe another one, I had severe inflamation for over one year (on the medication that was prescribed) which ultimately caused irreversable severe joint damage in my left wrist. My first rheumatologist had died so I had to change Dr's and he would refuse to prescribe the medication that put me into remission the first time. This medication he prescribed was done so without xrays, blood tests, or follow up blood tests. I had to change Drs again to get any help.

Submitted Feb. 17, 2007

A true gentleman. Knowledgable,up-to-dage, and very helpful. The best ever!

Submitted Feb. 12, 2007

Fantastic guy. If you need him he'll be there. Love his no nonsense approach. A true life saver!

Submitted Jan. 21, 2007

Very Knowledgable and up to date on latest treatment. Able to talk to him

Submitted Dec. 14, 2006