Featured Physicians
Advancing Medicine at Emory
Emory claims some of the most important scientists, groundbreaking researchers and expert physicians in the country. Every day, Emory physicians deliver discovery, innovation and highly-specialized medical care that make a difference in disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention in Atlanta and around the world. These nationally recognized experts in their specific fields of treatment seek solutions that push the limits of science and expand the boundaries of knowledge.
Our physicians are putting cutting-edge interventional research and technology into lifesaving action, and contributing to the advancement of medical science.
We are embarking on anexciting journey as we set sail toward a new model of patient care for the 21st century. Emory physicians are investigating the unknown by evaluating:
- New therapies
- Surgical techniques and
- Innovative treatments and technologies.
Advancing Medicine in Cancer
An international expert in the management of patients with brain tumors and lung cancer, Dr. Curran is the chief Medical Officer of the Emory Winship Cancer Institute.
A specialist in Oncology and Nutrition, Dr. Kucuk is widely regarded as an innovator in cancer prevention and treatment. He adds an internationally recognized level of expertise to Emory's prostate cancer program.
Dr. Monson, assistant professor of Orthopaedic Surgery and Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Emory University Hospital Midtown, focuses on rare tumors (sarcoma of the bone and soft tissue) and other uncommon benign bone and soft tissue tumors.
Dr. Oskouei, heads The Emory Musculoskeletal Oncology and Limb Reconstruction Center, a world-class center treating a variety of conditions, including benign and malignant tumors of the extremities and spine.
Advancing Medicine in Ophthalmology
Internationally known refractive surgery expert Dr. Doyle has conducted clinical research in corneal disease, corneal transplantation, and refractive surgery for more than 25 years.
Advancing Medicine in Orthopaedics
Dr. Roberson, Chairman, Department of Orthopaedics, specializes in adult reconstructive surgery of the hip and knee. His area of research involves alternative biomaterials for hip replacement and prevention of dislocation after hip replacement.
Advancing Medicine in Respiratory Care
Dr. Leeper, is an expert in the field of venous thromboembolism. He has been the Emory Principal Investigator in large multi-centered studies sponsored by the National Institutes of Health investigative pulmonary embolism diagnosis.
Advancing Medicine in Transplant
Dr. Spivey, Medical Director, Liver Transplantation, has practiced Hepatology for 15 years. He was the founding Hepatologist of the liver transplant program at Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, and hes been with Emory since 2005.
