Ronald Clinton Atwater, M.D.

Surgery

Ronald Clinton Atwater is a Surgery specialist based in Cairo, GA with over 17 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Ronald Clinton Atwater, M.D. practices as part of a group surgery specialist practice in Cairo, GA. A Meharry Medical College School of Medicine graduate since 2009, he brings 17+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 73% of reporting doctors in Georgia
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 55 Surgery providers in GASee all Surgery in Cairo17+ years experienceNPI since 2009

Older · 2074dNPPES updated 2020-09-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Georgia Composite Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

1178 5th St Se, Cairo, GA 39828-3141

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+15%)64%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
43%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+8%)42%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+8%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+9%)41%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+3%)37%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+2%)32%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2009

    Meharry Medical College School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Sep 16, 2020

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 17 years in practice

    Experienced

SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Taxonomy: 208600000X

Education & Training

Meharry Medical College School of Medicine (Class of 2009)

Virtual Surgery Care With Ronald Clinton Atwater

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Ronald Clinton Atwater for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Cairo required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ronald Clinton Atwater

Dr. Atwater is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Cairo, GA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (229) 377-2002.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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