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Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD

Bariatric Surgery
5.0 (25)
Map Pin Small Riverdale, GA
Accepting new patients
18 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD

Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Riverdale, GA. They specialize in Bariatric Surgery, has 18 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from Howard University Coll Med and is affiliated with Southern Regional Medical Center.

Dr. Tuggle works at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, GA. They are accepting new patients and accepts Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Tuggle's Office Locations

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    Prime Healthcare Foundation - Southern Regional LLC
    11 Upper Riverdale Rd SW, Riverdale, GA 30274 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (770) 897-7546
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    8:30am - 5:00pm
    Tuesday
    8:30am - 5:00pm
    Wednesday
    8:30am - 5:00pm
    Thursday
    8:00am - 5:00pm
    Friday
    8:30am - 5:00pm

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  • Southern Regional Medical Center

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    May 12, 2022
    I am very satisfied with Dr. Tuggle’s work. She helped me make the best decision for surgery. She gave me all the information and support needed every step of the way. God knows how grateful I am with my decision and choosing the best doctor. She is very professional. Dr. Tuggle and Dr. Evans have guided me to a better version of myself.
    Virginia — May 12, 2022
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    About Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD

    Specialties
    • Bariatric Surgery
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    Years of Experience
    • 18 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1467609107
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
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    • howard university hospital
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    • Howard University Coll Med
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    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Tuggle works at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, GA. View the full address on Dr. Tuggle’s profile.

    25 patients have reviewed Dr. Tuggle. The overall rating for this provider is 5.0. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Tuggle.

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