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Hematologist/Oncologist affiliated with Wellstar since 2013.
Affiliate
Specialties
Hematology/Oncology
Medical Oncology Hematology
Education & Training
Doctor of Medicine
Hematologist/Oncologist affiliated with Wellstar since 2013
Office Locations
Expertise
About Dean Kirkel, MD
Specialties
Hematology/Oncology
Medical Oncology
Hematology
Education & Training
University of Witwatersrand Medical School
Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine - Onc
American Board of Internal Medicine - Hem
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar North Fulton Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Afrikaans
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.9
Based on 401 patient ratings
Listened to me carefully
Earned my trust
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
Explained things clearly
Shared the right amount of information
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
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Patient Reviews
5
I find everyone at this practice to be kind, helpful, and professional.
February 13, 2025
5
Excellent service by Dr Kirkel and his staff
February 11, 2025
5
I have the best experience possible each time I visit my oncologist Dr. Kirkel.
February 11, 2025
5
I have never had a doctor 's appointment where the doctor was so vested in my issue. He wears through my chart history, asking questions as he went along with the appointment. Fortunately, he said that I don't have problems with the issue that brought me to his office. What a wonderful man!
February 8, 2025
5
This oncology office offers some of the best and friendliest service. They are all very compassionate. Dr Kirkel is dedicated to my health and extremely knowledgeable and thorough.
February 6, 2025
5
Dr. KIRKEL really listens to you and gives you good advice, I really appreciate that he's not rushing you and takes time with you .
February 2, 2025
5
All staff were very friendly and helpful! Dr. Kirkel was very thorough, personable and spent time with me answering my questions.
February 1, 2025
5
I felt like I was in such good hands, and I felt at such ease with the wonderful Doctor and staff! I was extremely appreciative of the care and concern that I received.
February 1, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is the most thorough and knowledgeable doctor I have.
January 29, 2025
5
As usual they do a great job very nice
January 30, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel took his time to explain his findings while being professional and friendly. I could not ask for a better physician to review my health concerns.
January 19, 2025
5
I have complete confidence in my Doctor.
January 19, 2025
5
I say again, this practice goes above and beyond. I remember that I felt miserable during treatment, but that's not the memory that stands out. It was the care, the nurturing, the extent to which I was made to feel secure and comfortable. And having to wait a few extra minutes to see the very busy doctor is a price I'm willing to pay. If he's late seeing me, that means he will give me as much time as I need, because that's why he was late. If I could give them a six, I would.
January 19, 2025
5
Both my husband and myself have are patients at this practice, my husband for many years and me for 3 years. We have built a trusting relationship with this provider and feel like he is extremely familiar with our health history. During my recent appointment, he asked how my husband was doing, (after a recent hospital stay) as evidence that he was both aware and concerned, even though my husband hadn't seen him for 6 months (he's going next week).
January 21, 2025
5
Yes, the entire staff was very kind and I really love Dr. Kirkel. He's been my doctor for a while now and I appreciate that he takes me on as a patient. Thank you, WellStar. I appreciate you.
January 18, 2025
5
Very professional
January 16, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is my guardian angel. He is an excellent physician in every respect. And there's, I can tell because the people, the PAs that come and visit me when I'm unable to see him, I can see them develop and get better. And it's because he's a good leader, as well as being a superb physician. So yeah, yeah. He hits the ball out of the park every time he sets foot in the batter's box. So listen, yeah, I'm blessed to have him. And I hate people that use the word blessed. But this is one context in which
January 16, 2025
5
Good communications.
January 10, 2025
5
My doctor, is 100% great at his exoertise, Cares for his patients, and is strictly business.
January 9, 2025
5
I look forward to working with my Doctor and his staff.
January 2, 2025
5
As usual, Dr KIRKEL is always thorough and listens to everything I say.
December 29, 2024
5
I DO NOT think a Doctor visit should require a "hospital" visit. The charges and complexity is absurd!
December 29, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel and staff is always very caring and professional!
December 28, 2024
5
Thank you, Dr. Kirkel for continuing to provide me with compassionate care.
December 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel is always caring, prepared, thorough, and positive.
December 17, 2024
5
I only wish the parking was better. If they could install a monitor with floors that have availability of parking on a specific floor, that would prevent driving around in circles forever.
December 17, 2024
5
My appt was at 8:15 & it was the first time in 5 years that I was taken on time.. I will always schedule my appts at 8:15.
December 6, 2024
5
I was seen in a very timely and professional manner.
December 7, 2024
5
Very grateful
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Kirkel is absolutely one of the kindest people. I have seen him in the hospital and in his office. Both great experiences. He really takes good care of his patients.
November 29, 2024
5
I find everyone at this practice to be kind, helpful, and professional.
February 13, 2025
5
Excellent service by Dr Kirkel and his staff
February 11, 2025
5
I have the best experience possible each time I visit my oncologist Dr. Kirkel.
February 11, 2025
5
I have never had a doctor 's appointment where the doctor was so vested in my issue. He wears through my chart history, asking questions as he went along with the appointment. Fortunately, he said that I don't have problems with the issue that brought me to his office. What a wonderful man!
February 8, 2025
5
This oncology office offers some of the best and friendliest service. They are all very compassionate. Dr Kirkel is dedicated to my health and extremely knowledgeable and thorough.
February 6, 2025
5
Dr. KIRKEL really listens to you and gives you good advice, I really appreciate that he's not rushing you and takes time with you .
February 2, 2025
5
All staff were very friendly and helpful! Dr. Kirkel was very thorough, personable and spent time with me answering my questions.
February 1, 2025
5
I felt like I was in such good hands, and I felt at such ease with the wonderful Doctor and staff! I was extremely appreciative of the care and concern that I received.
February 1, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is the most thorough and knowledgeable doctor I have.
January 29, 2025
5
As usual they do a great job very nice
January 30, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel took his time to explain his findings while being professional and friendly. I could not ask for a better physician to review my health concerns.
January 19, 2025
5
I have complete confidence in my Doctor.
January 19, 2025
5
I say again, this practice goes above and beyond. I remember that I felt miserable during treatment, but that's not the memory that stands out. It was the care, the nurturing, the extent to which I was made to feel secure and comfortable. And having to wait a few extra minutes to see the very busy doctor is a price I'm willing to pay. If he's late seeing me, that means he will give me as much time as I need, because that's why he was late. If I could give them a six, I would.
January 19, 2025
5
Both my husband and myself have are patients at this practice, my husband for many years and me for 3 years. We have built a trusting relationship with this provider and feel like he is extremely familiar with our health history. During my recent appointment, he asked how my husband was doing, (after a recent hospital stay) as evidence that he was both aware and concerned, even though my husband hadn't seen him for 6 months (he's going next week).
January 21, 2025
5
Yes, the entire staff was very kind and I really love Dr. Kirkel. He's been my doctor for a while now and I appreciate that he takes me on as a patient. Thank you, WellStar. I appreciate you.
January 18, 2025
5
Very professional
January 16, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is my guardian angel. He is an excellent physician in every respect. And there's, I can tell because the people, the PAs that come and visit me when I'm unable to see him, I can see them develop and get better. And it's because he's a good leader, as well as being a superb physician. So yeah, yeah. He hits the ball out of the park every time he sets foot in the batter's box. So listen, yeah, I'm blessed to have him. And I hate people that use the word blessed. But this is one context in which
January 16, 2025
5
Good communications.
January 10, 2025
5
My doctor, is 100% great at his exoertise, Cares for his patients, and is strictly business.
January 9, 2025
5
I look forward to working with my Doctor and his staff.
January 2, 2025
5
As usual, Dr KIRKEL is always thorough and listens to everything I say.
December 29, 2024
5
I DO NOT think a Doctor visit should require a "hospital" visit. The charges and complexity is absurd!
December 29, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel and staff is always very caring and professional!
December 28, 2024
5
Thank you, Dr. Kirkel for continuing to provide me with compassionate care.
December 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel is always caring, prepared, thorough, and positive.
December 17, 2024
5
I only wish the parking was better. If they could install a monitor with floors that have availability of parking on a specific floor, that would prevent driving around in circles forever.
December 17, 2024
5
My appt was at 8:15 & it was the first time in 5 years that I was taken on time.. I will always schedule my appts at 8:15.
December 6, 2024
5
I was seen in a very timely and professional manner.
December 7, 2024
5
Very grateful
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Kirkel is absolutely one of the kindest people. I have seen him in the hospital and in his office. Both great experiences. He really takes good care of his patients.
November 29, 2024
5
I find everyone at this practice to be kind, helpful, and professional.
February 13, 2025
5
Excellent service by Dr Kirkel and his staff
February 11, 2025
5
I have the best experience possible each time I visit my oncologist Dr. Kirkel.
February 11, 2025
5
I have never had a doctor 's appointment where the doctor was so vested in my issue. He wears through my chart history, asking questions as he went along with the appointment. Fortunately, he said that I don't have problems with the issue that brought me to his office. What a wonderful man!
February 8, 2025
5
This oncology office offers some of the best and friendliest service. They are all very compassionate. Dr Kirkel is dedicated to my health and extremely knowledgeable and thorough.
February 6, 2025
5
Dr. KIRKEL really listens to you and gives you good advice, I really appreciate that he's not rushing you and takes time with you .
February 2, 2025
5
All staff were very friendly and helpful! Dr. Kirkel was very thorough, personable and spent time with me answering my questions.
February 1, 2025
5
I felt like I was in such good hands, and I felt at such ease with the wonderful Doctor and staff! I was extremely appreciative of the care and concern that I received.
February 1, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is the most thorough and knowledgeable doctor I have.
January 29, 2025
5
As usual they do a great job very nice
January 30, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel took his time to explain his findings while being professional and friendly. I could not ask for a better physician to review my health concerns.
January 19, 2025
5
I have complete confidence in my Doctor.
January 19, 2025
5
I say again, this practice goes above and beyond. I remember that I felt miserable during treatment, but that's not the memory that stands out. It was the care, the nurturing, the extent to which I was made to feel secure and comfortable. And having to wait a few extra minutes to see the very busy doctor is a price I'm willing to pay. If he's late seeing me, that means he will give me as much time as I need, because that's why he was late. If I could give them a six, I would.
January 19, 2025
5
Both my husband and myself have are patients at this practice, my husband for many years and me for 3 years. We have built a trusting relationship with this provider and feel like he is extremely familiar with our health history. During my recent appointment, he asked how my husband was doing, (after a recent hospital stay) as evidence that he was both aware and concerned, even though my husband hadn't seen him for 6 months (he's going next week).
January 21, 2025
5
Yes, the entire staff was very kind and I really love Dr. Kirkel. He's been my doctor for a while now and I appreciate that he takes me on as a patient. Thank you, WellStar. I appreciate you.
January 18, 2025
5
Very professional
January 16, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is my guardian angel. He is an excellent physician in every respect. And there's, I can tell because the people, the PAs that come and visit me when I'm unable to see him, I can see them develop and get better. And it's because he's a good leader, as well as being a superb physician. So yeah, yeah. He hits the ball out of the park every time he sets foot in the batter's box. So listen, yeah, I'm blessed to have him. And I hate people that use the word blessed. But this is one context in which
January 16, 2025
5
Good communications.
January 10, 2025
5
My doctor, is 100% great at his exoertise, Cares for his patients, and is strictly business.
January 9, 2025
5
I look forward to working with my Doctor and his staff.
January 2, 2025
5
As usual, Dr KIRKEL is always thorough and listens to everything I say.
December 29, 2024
5
I DO NOT think a Doctor visit should require a "hospital" visit. The charges and complexity is absurd!
December 29, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel and staff is always very caring and professional!
December 28, 2024
5
Thank you, Dr. Kirkel for continuing to provide me with compassionate care.
December 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel is always caring, prepared, thorough, and positive.
December 17, 2024
5
I only wish the parking was better. If they could install a monitor with floors that have availability of parking on a specific floor, that would prevent driving around in circles forever.
December 17, 2024
5
My appt was at 8:15 & it was the first time in 5 years that I was taken on time.. I will always schedule my appts at 8:15.
December 6, 2024
5
I was seen in a very timely and professional manner.
December 7, 2024
5
Very grateful
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Kirkel is absolutely one of the kindest people. I have seen him in the hospital and in his office. Both great experiences. He really takes good care of his patients.
November 29, 2024
5
I find everyone at this practice to be kind, helpful, and professional.
February 13, 2025
5
Excellent service by Dr Kirkel and his staff
February 11, 2025
5
I have the best experience possible each time I visit my oncologist Dr. Kirkel.
February 11, 2025
5
I have never had a doctor 's appointment where the doctor was so vested in my issue. He wears through my chart history, asking questions as he went along with the appointment. Fortunately, he said that I don't have problems with the issue that brought me to his office. What a wonderful man!
February 8, 2025
5
This oncology office offers some of the best and friendliest service. They are all very compassionate. Dr Kirkel is dedicated to my health and extremely knowledgeable and thorough.
February 6, 2025
5
Dr. KIRKEL really listens to you and gives you good advice, I really appreciate that he's not rushing you and takes time with you .
February 2, 2025
5
I felt like I was in such good hands, and I felt at such ease with the wonderful Doctor and staff! I was extremely appreciative of the care and concern that I received.
February 1, 2025
5
All staff were very friendly and helpful! Dr. Kirkel was very thorough, personable and spent time with me answering my questions.
February 1, 2025
5
As usual they do a great job very nice
January 30, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is the most thorough and knowledgeable doctor I have.
January 29, 2025
5
Both my husband and myself have are patients at this practice, my husband for many years and me for 3 years. We have built a trusting relationship with this provider and feel like he is extremely familiar with our health history. During my recent appointment, he asked how my husband was doing, (after a recent hospital stay) as evidence that he was both aware and concerned, even though my husband hadn't seen him for 6 months (he's going next week).
January 21, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel took his time to explain his findings while being professional and friendly. I could not ask for a better physician to review my health concerns.
January 19, 2025
5
I have complete confidence in my Doctor.
January 19, 2025
5
I say again, this practice goes above and beyond. I remember that I felt miserable during treatment, but that's not the memory that stands out. It was the care, the nurturing, the extent to which I was made to feel secure and comfortable. And having to wait a few extra minutes to see the very busy doctor is a price I'm willing to pay. If he's late seeing me, that means he will give me as much time as I need, because that's why he was late. If I could give them a six, I would.
January 19, 2025
5
Yes, the entire staff was very kind and I really love Dr. Kirkel. He's been my doctor for a while now and I appreciate that he takes me on as a patient. Thank you, WellStar. I appreciate you.
January 18, 2025
5
Very professional
January 16, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is my guardian angel. He is an excellent physician in every respect. And there's, I can tell because the people, the PAs that come and visit me when I'm unable to see him, I can see them develop and get better. And it's because he's a good leader, as well as being a superb physician. So yeah, yeah. He hits the ball out of the park every time he sets foot in the batter's box. So listen, yeah, I'm blessed to have him. And I hate people that use the word blessed. But this is one context in which
January 16, 2025
5
Good communications.
January 10, 2025
5
My doctor, is 100% great at his exoertise, Cares for his patients, and is strictly business.
January 9, 2025
5
I look forward to working with my Doctor and his staff.
January 2, 2025
5
As usual, Dr KIRKEL is always thorough and listens to everything I say.
December 29, 2024
5
I DO NOT think a Doctor visit should require a "hospital" visit. The charges and complexity is absurd!
December 29, 2024
5
Thank you, Dr. Kirkel for continuing to provide me with compassionate care.
December 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel and staff is always very caring and professional!
December 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel is always caring, prepared, thorough, and positive.
December 17, 2024
5
I only wish the parking was better. If they could install a monitor with floors that have availability of parking on a specific floor, that would prevent driving around in circles forever.
December 17, 2024
5
I was seen in a very timely and professional manner.
December 7, 2024
5
My appt was at 8:15 & it was the first time in 5 years that I was taken on time.. I will always schedule my appts at 8:15.
December 6, 2024
5
Very grateful
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Kirkel is absolutely one of the kindest people. I have seen him in the hospital and in his office. Both great experiences. He really takes good care of his patients.
November 29, 2024
5
Dr Kirkel is absolutely one of the kindest people. I have seen him in the hospital and in his office. Both great experiences. He really takes good care of his patients.
November 29, 2024
5
Very grateful
December 4, 2024
5
My appt was at 8:15 & it was the first time in 5 years that I was taken on time.. I will always schedule my appts at 8:15.
December 6, 2024
5
I was seen in a very timely and professional manner.
December 7, 2024
5
I only wish the parking was better. If they could install a monitor with floors that have availability of parking on a specific floor, that would prevent driving around in circles forever.
December 17, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel is always caring, prepared, thorough, and positive.
December 17, 2024
5
Dr. Kirkel and staff is always very caring and professional!
December 28, 2024
5
Thank you, Dr. Kirkel for continuing to provide me with compassionate care.
December 28, 2024
5
I DO NOT think a Doctor visit should require a "hospital" visit. The charges and complexity is absurd!
December 29, 2024
5
As usual, Dr KIRKEL is always thorough and listens to everything I say.
December 29, 2024
5
I look forward to working with my Doctor and his staff.
January 2, 2025
5
My doctor, is 100% great at his exoertise, Cares for his patients, and is strictly business.
January 9, 2025
5
Good communications.
January 10, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is my guardian angel. He is an excellent physician in every respect. And there's, I can tell because the people, the PAs that come and visit me when I'm unable to see him, I can see them develop and get better. And it's because he's a good leader, as well as being a superb physician. So yeah, yeah. He hits the ball out of the park every time he sets foot in the batter's box. So listen, yeah, I'm blessed to have him. And I hate people that use the word blessed. But this is one context in which
January 16, 2025
5
Very professional
January 16, 2025
5
Yes, the entire staff was very kind and I really love Dr. Kirkel. He's been my doctor for a while now and I appreciate that he takes me on as a patient. Thank you, WellStar. I appreciate you.
January 18, 2025
5
I say again, this practice goes above and beyond. I remember that I felt miserable during treatment, but that's not the memory that stands out. It was the care, the nurturing, the extent to which I was made to feel secure and comfortable. And having to wait a few extra minutes to see the very busy doctor is a price I'm willing to pay. If he's late seeing me, that means he will give me as much time as I need, because that's why he was late. If I could give them a six, I would.
January 19, 2025
5
I have complete confidence in my Doctor.
January 19, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel took his time to explain his findings while being professional and friendly. I could not ask for a better physician to review my health concerns.
January 19, 2025
5
Both my husband and myself have are patients at this practice, my husband for many years and me for 3 years. We have built a trusting relationship with this provider and feel like he is extremely familiar with our health history. During my recent appointment, he asked how my husband was doing, (after a recent hospital stay) as evidence that he was both aware and concerned, even though my husband hadn't seen him for 6 months (he's going next week).
January 21, 2025
5
Dr. Kirkel is the most thorough and knowledgeable doctor I have.
January 29, 2025
5
As usual they do a great job very nice
January 30, 2025
5
All staff were very friendly and helpful! Dr. Kirkel was very thorough, personable and spent time with me answering my questions.
February 1, 2025
5
I felt like I was in such good hands, and I felt at such ease with the wonderful Doctor and staff! I was extremely appreciative of the care and concern that I received.
February 1, 2025
5
Dr. KIRKEL really listens to you and gives you good advice, I really appreciate that he's not rushing you and takes time with you .
February 2, 2025
5
This oncology office offers some of the best and friendliest service. They are all very compassionate. Dr Kirkel is dedicated to my health and extremely knowledgeable and thorough.
February 6, 2025
5
I have never had a doctor 's appointment where the doctor was so vested in my issue. He wears through my chart history, asking questions as he went along with the appointment. Fortunately, he said that I don't have problems with the issue that brought me to his office. What a wonderful man!
February 8, 2025
5
Excellent service by Dr Kirkel and his staff
February 11, 2025
5
I have the best experience possible each time I visit my oncologist Dr. Kirkel.
February 11, 2025
5
I find everyone at this practice to be kind, helpful, and professional.
February 13, 2025
Publications and Articles
Spotting Skin Cancer Early
When people plan outside activities or a trip to the tanning salon, skin cancer may be the last thing on their minds. However, prolonged or intense exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays — either from the sun or tanning beds — is harmful to your skin.
Skin cancer can be sneaky when it starts. The disease often begins as just a mole and, if left untreated, can develop into a bigger skin problem. Melanoma, a dangerous type of skin cancer, is a growing concern for many health experts.
“Of all skin cancers, melanoma is the most serious and it is becoming increasingly more common worldwide,” said Dr. Dean Kirkel, oncologist with Northwest Georgia Oncology Centers. “The disease can spread to the lymph nodes and other parts of the body, and even be potentially fatal.”
Since hiding away from the sun isn’t an option, you can make better choices for your skin health, such as wearing sunscreen, skipping the tanning bed and avoiding sunburns.
In addition to protecting your skin, you can take charge of your health with simple steps to catch skin cancer earlier.
