Benjamin Atkinson, MD

Benjamin Atkinson, MD, is a board-certified neurologist who provides care for patients with a wide range of neurological conditions. Dr. Atkinson specializes in stroke care, including ischemic stroke and non operative intracranial hemorrhage, as well as seizure disorders and epilepsy. He also has experience in sports neurology, with a focus on concussion evaluation and return to play guidance.

Dr. Atkinson has extensive military service as a critical care air transport ICU physician, flight surgeon and chief of aerospace medicine, including multiple overseas and Middle East deployments. Inspired by a lifelong interest in science and a desire to help others, Dr. Atkinson was drawn to neurology during medical school, particularly critical care neurology. Outside of work, Dr. Atkinson enjoys triathlon training, science fiction and spending time with his kids. 

The services Dr. Atkinson provides include:

• Stroke care, including ischemic stroke and non operative intracranial hemorrhage
• Seizure and epilepsy care
• Sports neurology, including concussion evaluation and return to play guidance

• American Academy of Neurology
• Wayne State University Alumni Association
• Reserve Officer Association

I believe in a patient-centered approach to health care. I will give the best advice I can on treatments backed by the best standards of care and current research. In neurology there will be many times that we just do not have a good answer and we will try to come up with the best option together. I will always treat my patients with respect and curtesy and expect the same from them when they deal with anyone in the office. My goal is to help my patients manage their neurologic medical issues and if we can improve quality of life.