Where to find Khalid Athar, MD
- Wellspring Pediatrics & Walk-in Clinic
15237 Creativity Drive, Culpeper, VA 22701 - Wellspring Health Services Family Practice
891 Willis Lane, Culpeper, VA 22701 - Culpeper location
541 Sunset Ln Ste 201, Culpeper, VA 22701
About Dr. Athar
Dr. Khalid Athar is a physician, anesthesiologist, and healthcare leader with extensive experience in clinical care, patient safety, and healthcare management. As the Founder and CEO of Wellspring Health Services, he is committed to improving access to high-quality, patient-centered care in the Culpeper community. His clinical background in anesthesiology and years of medical leadership have shaped an approach centered on listening to patients, clear communication, safety, and thoughtful, individualized care. Dr. Athar believes healthcare should be both clinically excellent and convenient, with patients treated with respect and compassion throughout their care experience.
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Education & Training
Areas of Expertise
Areas of expertise
- Anesthesiology
- Pain Medicine
- Perioperative Medicine
- Patient Safety & Quality Improvement
- Healthcare Leadership & Administration
- Healthcare Operations
Causes & Community Work
Care Philosophy
Dr. Athar believes high-quality care starts with listening. His approach is centered on understanding each patient’s concerns, communicating clearly, and creating a care experience that feels respectful, thoughtful, and reassuring. He values patient safety, clinical quality, and convenient access to care, while recognizing that every patient’s needs and circumstances are different. His goal is to help patients feel informed, comfortable, and confident in the care they receive.
Credentials & Licensing
Medicare information
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Languages
- English
Contact Information
- (540) 321-4281
- Email not available
- www.wellspringhealthservices.com/
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Wellspring Pediatrics & Walk-in Clinic · 15237 Creativity Drive, Culpeper, VA 22701
- Mon8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tue8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wed8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thu8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fri8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sat8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sun8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Practice Locations
15237 Creativity Drive
Culpeper, VA 22701
- Mon8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tue8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wed8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thu8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fri8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sat8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sun8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
891 Willis Lane
Culpeper, VA 22701
- Mon8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tue8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wed8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thu8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fri8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
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Conditions & Services
Conditions Commonly Evaluated or Treated
Within Anesthesiology generally. Availability varies by clinician, training and location.
Conditions
Anesthesia complications
Back & spine
- Arthritis of the spine
- Degenerative disc disease
- Failed back surgery syndrome
- Herniated disc
- Lower back pain
- Neck pain
- Sacroiliac joint pain
- Spinal compression fracture
- Spinal stenosis
- Spondylolisthesis
- Tailbone pain
- Upper Back Pain
Chronic pain
Facial & jaw pain
General pain
Head & facial pain
Headaches
Joint pain
Mental health
Muscle pain
Musculoskeletal pain
Nerve pain
- Abdominal wall nerve pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
- Foot Numbness and Tingling
- Groin nerve pain after hernia surgery
- Nerve damage after surgery
- Neuropathy
- Outer thigh burning and numbness
- Phantom limb pain
- Pinched nerve
- Piriformis syndrome
- Sciatica
- Shingles pain
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Pelvic pain
Post-surgery recovery
Sedation & anesthesia
Spine pain
Procedures & services
Ablation
Head & facial procedures
Implants & devices
- Pain pump implant
- Pain pump refill and check
- Peripheral nerve stimulator implant
- Spinal cord stimulator implant
- Spinal cord stimulator trial
Infusion therapies
Infusion therapy
Joint injections
Muscle injections
Nerve blocks
- Abdominal Nerve Block
- Celiac Plexus Nerve Block
- Ganglion impar block
- Groin nerve block
- Pudendal nerve block
- Superior hypogastric plexus block
Nerve injections
- Celiac plexus block
- Lumbar sympathetic block
- Nerve block
- Rib nerve block
- Shoulder nerve block
- Stellate ganglion block
Nerve procedures
Pain relief procedures
Regional anesthesia
Sedation
Sedation & anesthesia
- General anesthesia
- Labor epidural
- Moderate dental sedation
- Pre-surgery anesthesia consult
- Sedation for dental work
- Spinal spinal block
Spine injections
- Epidural steroid injection
- Facet joint injection
- Medial branch block
- Sacroiliac joint injection
- Tailbone epidural injection
Spine procedures
Procedures Most Often Billed to Medicare
215 services · 194 patients · 3 distinct codes
| Procedure | Type | Code | Services | Compared with peers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for lens surgery | Anaesthesia | 00142 |
138 | More often than most peers in Anesthesiology |
| Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope | Anaesthesia | 00812 |
64 | More than most peers in Anesthesiology |
| Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope | Anaesthesia | 00811 |
13 | Less often than most peers in Anesthesiology |
Source: CMS Medicare public data. Shows how often procedures were billed — not quality of care or patient satisfaction.
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Affiliated staff & colleagues 4
People this provider works with, as listed on their profiles.
Practices, clinics & hospitals 4
Where this provider sees patients.
Other anesthesiologists in Culpeper 8
Same specialty, same city.
More connections — 24 related providers in 3 groups
Trained at Other 8
Other providers in the same specialty who trained at the same institution.
Class of 1994 at Other 8
Providers who graduated from the same medical school in the same year.
Also performs Anesthesia for lens surgery 8
Providers in VA who bill this service to Medicare most often.
Common questions
What should I expect when I meet with Dr. Athar?
Dr. Athar focuses on understanding each patient’s concerns, explaining care options clearly, and helping patients feel informed throughout their healthcare journey. He believes in open communication, patient safety, and providing care that is tailored to each individual’s needs.
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What areas of medicine does Dr. Athar specialize in?
Dr. Athar is a board-certified physician specializing in anesthesiology, with experience in perioperative care, pain management, and healthcare quality. He has also served in medical leadership roles focused on improving patient safety and healthcare delivery.
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Does Dr. Athar have experience with surgical and procedural care?
Yes. Dr. Athar has extensive experience in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine, helping patients safely prepare for and undergo surgical procedures. His approach emphasizes careful evaluation, communication, and patient comfort throughout the process.
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