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Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 44
Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD
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Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Riverdale, GA.
Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD
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Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD

Bariatric Surgery* Age 44
Riverdale, GA
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Riverdale, GA.

About

Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD is a Bariatric Surgery Specialist in Riverdale, GA and has 19 years experience. They graduated from Howard University College of Medicine in 2005 and completed a residency at Howard University Hospital.They currently practice at Southern Regional Medical Center and are affiliated with Southern Regional Medical Center. Dr. Tuggle has experience treating conditions like Obesity among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tuggle received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 25 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Tuggle is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Obesity
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Obesity
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Obesity
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Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Appendicitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Abdominal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Constipation
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Inguinal Hernia with Gangrene
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pleural Effusion
Traumatic Brain Injury
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Appendectomy
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Colectomy
Colostomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision
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Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparotomy
Open Appendectomy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Thoracentesis
Venous Thrombectomy
Wound Repair

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    Blue Choice-GA HMO-POS
    Blue Essential Open Access-GA HMO
    Blue Essential Open Access-GA POS
    Blue Essential-GA PPO
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    Blue HSA Blue Choice-GA PPO
    Blue HSA Blue Open Access-GA POS
    Blue Open Access (Select Network)-GA POS
    Blue Open Access (Small Grp)-GA POS
    Blue Open Access-GA HMO
    BlueChoice Healthcare Plan-GA
    BlueChoice-GA HMO
    BlueChoice-GA POS
    BlueChoice-GA PPO
    Healthy Support Open Access-GA POS
    Healthy Support-GA PPO
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    Pathway Enhanced (Small Grp)-GA
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  • MultiPlan PPO

Locations

  1. 1 Prime Healthcare Foundation - Southern Regional LLC
    11 Upper Riverdale Rd SW, Riverdale, GA 30274
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Patient Reviews
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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Specialties*
Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Howard University College of Medicine
    2005
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Howard University Hospital
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Morehouse School of Medicine
    2011
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Tuggle's profile.

Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD is affiliated with Southern Regional Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Karleena Tuggle, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Southern Regional Medical Center

    11 Upper Riverdale Rd SW, Riverdale, GA