Coffey Health System

Congratulations to Dr. John Atkin, the 2008 Kansas Family Physician of the Year!

Dr. Atkin was nominated by peers, patients and community members, and was selected by a Kansas Academy of Family Physicians committee of peers. Dr. Atkin has served the Yates Center community for 45 years.

“This is a tremendous honor for Dr. Atkin and confirms what we have always known–that he is an extraordinary physician and a pillar in the community,” says Coffey Health System CEO Dennis George. “There is nobody more deserving of this honor than Dr. Atkin, and we are truly privileged to have him as our colleague, mentor, physician, and friend.”

Dr. Atkin will be recognized as the 2008 Kansas Family Physician of the Year at the Kansas Academy of Family Physicians (KAFP) Annual Meeting & Scientific Session and 60th Anniversary Celebration on June 6, 2008 at the Sheraton Hotel, in Overland Park, Kan. He is also nominated for the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) Family Physician of the Year Award. The winner will be announced in the fall.