Emory Faculty
Emory Faculty
Lisa Foster, MD
Pain Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
4.8 - 843 Ratings
Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center - Johns Creek
6335 Hospital Parkway, Ste 400, Johns Creek, GA 30097About
Dr. Foster is a board certified, fellowship trained interventional physiatrist, specializing in non-operative spine care.
A native of Wichita, KS, she received her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry at the University of Kansas and her medical degree from the University of Kansas School of Medicine. Dr. Foster completed both her residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and her subspecialty fellowship training in Interventional Pain Medicine at Emory University Hospital.
Dr. Foster has published numerous articles and presented at national conferences in the fields of spine and rehabilitation medicine. Most recently, she was a contributing author for a book chapter on the workup and conservative management of lumbar degenerative disk disease in JL Pinherio-Franco’s Advanced Concepts in Lumbar Degenerative Disk Disease.
Dr. Foster employs a comprehensive, multi-modal approach for the treatment of spinal conditions with the goal of optimizing function and improving the quality of life of her patients. She has extensive training in minimally invasive, fluoroscopic guided procedures for the treatment of various spine disorders.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Foster enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and hiking in remote parts of globe.
Languages
- English
Emory Affiliation
- Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
- Emory Healthcare Network
- Emory Physician Group Practice
Academic Title
- Assistant Professor
Academic Profile
Year Started Practicing
- 2016
Locations
Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center - Johns Creek
6335 Hospital Parkway
Ste 400
Johns Creek,
GA
30097
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The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Dr Foster is great at her job. Concern, knowledge, my issues all handled professionally and down to my level so ICould understand all
Dr Foster is clear and thoughtful about the options for treating my pain. I don't ever doubt that a successful outcome is priority, while considering all aspects of any options.
Dr. Foster has consistently been devoted to resolving my ongoing issue with my back. It is chronic in nature and she just goes that extra mile to ensure I have the best quality of life possible. She is always available for any questions and she responds very quickly to any messages I send. I am so happy she is my doctor and I would recommend her to anyone and guarantee they would be as happy as I am with her care.
Very good experience
I have already recommended Dr. Foster To others and also Dr. Goltzer who did my knee replacement in Sept. 2025.
My case is complex but not serious. Dr Foster was kind, upbeat, very thorough and thoughtful. She listened, gave terrific explanations, made me feel like a partner in my care.
I would definitely see Dr Foster again.
Dr. Foster is very good about making quick assessments and explaining medical terms in a manner easily comprehensible.
Dr. FOSTER is so kind, caring, thorough, knowledgeable, and reassuring. I pray she knows this!!!
Dr Foster is a very interactive physician who answered rack of our issues,
Dr. Foster is thorough and very patient oriented. A rare trait today in most doctors.
Love Dr Foster she is always so helpful and includes my opinion on treatments.
Dr Lisa is highly recommended to friends and families most intelligent in her expertise and experience
My Dr follow up appointment but still reviewing all of my MRI with previous MRI comparisons with satisfaction treatment and best advice
My doctor was outstanding. My only concern was the speed in which the physician reviewed my case and moved onto the next case. The doctor was very friendly & extremely professional. I Have no complaints against her. She was friendly and personable while she was with me and looking at my case. When she was finished with me, she was gone obviously a very busy woman. She walked out the door and went to her next patient, and we didn't even see which door she went into. She was she shot out of the room 100 miles an hour & dissappeared.
Thorough explanations and available options made decisions easier. I left with a clear plan.
I was pleased with Dr.Foster. She listened well, detailed in her explaining my problems to me, through in explaining options to me. She was kind and empathetic!
Dr. Foster is great! Personable, knowledgeable and showed me the problems I have on x rays and listed my options. She ordered an MRI to help with my diagnosis.After a frustrating 2 months with pain in my hip and back I feel confident in my care with Dr. Foster.
Dr. Foster remains my favorite doctor of any kind and of any discipline. Her ability to set me at ease, help diagnose exactly what my issues are and communicate in a way that is not too technical for me to understand, is unmatched in my experience. She listens to my explanation of my issues and allows me to be very specific. If only she could treat me for the myriad of other ailments I have. Another thing, she allowed me to make decisions about my recovery on my own without interjecting too forcefully that I undertake a procedure that may or may not be necessary and may or may not fix my problem. Supporting my decision to move forward with more PT and exercise reinforced my sense of autonomy about my body and my care. She is a truly wonderful doctor!!
Excellent
Dr. Foster should be teaching other Drs. How to behave and treat patients. She is so nice and genuinely personable. You can just tell she cares and isn't even trying to care. It seems to come natural for her. I appreciate her and wish more Drs. Had her uncanny ability to provide quality care.
Wish all my docs were this great
I do appreciate to back surgery as a last step/approach. But at the same know that if needed one day, it will be advised
Dr Foster is great. Communicates very well
Dr. Foster and her team are outstanding! They are quite competent and genuinely caring. I've never had better care.
Compared current X-rays to past X-rays and understands why I don't want surgery. PT has been prescribed.
Dr. Foster is thorough and professional, while still being caring and supportive. I count myself lucky to be a patient of hers.
Dr. Foster is a great doctor. She really took the time to examine me to verify what might be wrong and knew who to refer me to who could be more specific about my condition.
Dr. Foster somehow is quick while not appearing to be rushed. She listens well, and treats me with respect.
Dr. Foster is terrific!
Loved Dr Foster!!
Dr is very professional to find out my new back neck pinch nerve and plan to resolve thanks
Dr is very friendly and helpful for my treatment
Dr. Foster and I had a great chat as to my progress regarding my neck issues and when asked about future preventive measures, she gave me her opinion which was in-depth.
Doctor's notes regarding history are wrong to the point of becoming antithetical to the truth on some important points.
She was nice and thorough.
Dr Lisa Foster. Took her time and listened to every problem that I had.
Dr Foster was very thorough in explaining what was going on with me, including showing me the actual MRI films so I could better understand my condition. She gave me all options explaining thoroughly each one. I appreciate the time she took with me to make sure I knew what my options were. When I decided on having a procedure done, she got my appointment arranged as soon as possible, which is around two weeks away. I'm so impressed with her, her professionalism, and the interest she showed in me.
Excellent caring
Next time I'd appreciate if mri of the lumbar and sacrum Was ordered at once.
Dr. Foster was very thorough and considerate and helpful. She explained everything in detail.
Dr. Foster best spine doctor ever, I trust her advice and feeling blessed by having her as my doctor.
I really trust the examination and treatment here
Dr.Foster confirmed what I knew about my back, We did not confirm that the back Id the cause of my leg problem but we are taking steps through PT to confirm.
The best experience.
Sometimes Dr. Foster spoke too fast for a hard of hearing senior to follow.
Dr Foster was amazing! She really showed that she cares for her patients and try's her best to do everything for them. Great advise she gave me and guided me to the direction I needed for my concern. Hands down best Emory Doctor I met so far!!
Dr. Foster was very helpful. She took time to explain the situation with my back and my options. She was helpful in guiding me to the next steps in the process. I would recommend her.
Dr Foster is fantastic! Listens and explains clearly the treatment plan
Dr Foster is great
My favorite physician
Dr Foster has excellent communication skills. Very caring and takes whatever time is necessary with me. I never feel rushed or unheard.
I am always amazed at the level of concern and caring that this team presents! Dr. Foster and her team are terrific.
I'm very impressed with the professionalism and dedication of Dr. Lisa Forest. She recovered my previous bad experience with one week prior appointment.
Didn't feel like the doctor took time to review my MRI results until just before walking in the room. Felt the conversation was rushed.
I really liked the candor of Dr Foster. She talked about options with me and I felt like it was a very engaged visit. I like her approach to back treatment.
Good experience
Dr. Foster was informative and clear in her explanations. I did not fell hurried.
Dr. Foster was amazing. She knew EXACTLY how to proceed with treating my pain and proceed with external therapy treatments to further provide me with healing. Thank you, Dr. Foster
We were very impressed with Dr Foster. She was compassionate, attentive, and extremely knowledgeable.
Dr. Foster doesn't keep you waiting more than a few minutes. She makes sure all my questions are answered and covers any further needs are met. She gives advice on what I need to do to prevent any problems going forward. She makes you feel that she really cares about me!
Dr. Foster succinctly provided me with the 4 options I am facing concerning the upper part of my spine. This included ordering a serrated set of MRI's for my mid and lower back as I am experiencing chronic pain in those areas as well. She is an excellent listener, practitioner and knows her profession well. I am very happy I was referred to her and look forward to working with her on the best care for me and my personal health situation.
Dr. Foster isn't like the average Socorro she exceeded my expectations which have low due to the awful doctors I've had over the years. She was attentive, caring and thorough. She was not arrogant and had a very pleasant and approachable demeanor.
I know almost everyone in the department and am always very satisfied with the care that I receive.
I continue to be very impressed with Dr. Foster's concern and willingness to provide me with all the information that I need and her respectfulness of my involvement in care decisions.
Dr. Foster was very attentive, took the time to listen to my concerns, and explained the options in detail. I would definitely use her as my doctor again
Dr Foster has a wonderful bedside manner but was not able to help me
Very attentive to description of pain, suggested future tests and care
Emory Orthopedics always have provided exceptional care to me. Highly recommend to friends and colleagues including families.
Dr. Foster is taking care of me with professionalism,competence and kindness, best doctor ever, I feel blessed by her care and knowledge.
Very impressed with Dr. Foster. Excellent visit and happy with plan of action
Dr. Foster is an excellent communicator. I really appreciate her inclusive manner. I chose to come to her because of a friend's recommendation and I would definitely recommend her!
Dr Foster is great. This is why I travel. 200 miles to Emory for treatment and to see my doctors.
Excellent!!!
Very impressed with knowledge and felt comfortable with plan moving forward!
She asked good questions and explained options well.
Dr. Foster is an excellent physician and takes the time to discuss and answer each of your questions.
Dr.Foster spent a lot of time thoroughly examining me and discussing the MRIs in detail and educating with different treatment plans.
Very personable, attentive and listened to my issues. Discussed treatment options and partnered a treatment plan.
Amount the best I've seen since coming to Emory 22 years ago.
Dr. Foster listened to my concerns. She was very informative and provided good explanation.
Very Good
She always spoke clearly and directly to me and my daughter.
Dr. Fisher is excellent, and I believe she Has clarified some findings recorded by my previous spine provider they have been most helpful to me.
Dr Foster showed concern for my issues. She was thorough, positive light hearted and did not rush my appt.
Dr Foster is excellent in explaining the problem and engaging you in the care plan
Love myself some Emory!
Dr Foster was amiable and professional. I am confident of her ability in
Dr. Foster is terrific! She listens and is straightforward with her answers.
.Doctor Foster was quite knowledgeable .She seemed to understand why I wanted to get relief from my lower back pain.
She thoroughly reviewed my condition and offered for me to take a MRI before developing the most effective treatment plan.
Dr. Lisa Foster was absolutely phenomenal. I loved her patient bedside manner. She made me feel at ease during the explanation of my issues. She was thorough and knowledgeable and exceeded all expectations. I would highly recommend her hands-down.
Dr. Foster and all staff members are wonderful. Will highly recommend this team.
Dr Lisa Foster spoke to me and my son and d in law clearly keeping us in the conversation as to my health needs.
La Dra. Foster es una excelente profecional,muy amable,me explico paso por paso cada detalle e hizo todo lo posible en ayudarme,La Dra. Foster es una Maravillosa persona.
Very engaged and communicated very well.
Dr Foster did a great job.
Excellent
Great experience.
Always a good experience.
The doctor is very friendly and professional.
Dr. Foster is the greatest
Good
Would definitely recommend Dr. Foster for back care!
Dr.Foster and staff have been great! Thank you
The Dr provided exactly what I had hoped, not in terms of outcome but quality of advice
Dr. Foster gets an excellent in all categories
Excellent
Excellent in every aspect of the conversation
I have always had a great experience with Dr Foster and her staff.
Dr Foster was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of information with me
Dr. Foster is very helpful in finding the ipain and the cause
Dr Forster is an outstanding physician, shows care toward patient and provide excellent explanation about cause and treatment plan.
My first time to see Dr Foster. Was very impressed. She was thorough in her exam and fully explained my options. She was open & receptive to dialogue.
Dr. Foster made me feel a part of the decisions for my care. I will be back and will recommend her.
Very professional, polite, willing to answer any question, understandable explanation of my condition, including suggested physical therapy as alternative to surgery. She exhibited patience with 73 year-old stubborn patient!
Dr Foster is caring, knowledgeable and an excellent doctor. I would highly recommend her.
Dr Foster's patient approach is genuine, respectful and caring. She took the time to discuss my situation with me and welcomed all questions.
Great experience, Dr Foster provided excellent advice and guidance for my post MRI findings without rushing. Very thankful for all her support and inputs for my plan of care.
Dr. Foster made certain that allof my questions were answered and my concerns addressed.
Excellent advise and care.
Good
Dr Foster is a superb doctor and listens intently to patients. Have recommended her to friends and family with neck and back issues.
Dr. Foster is great and I recommend her to other frequently
Knowledgeable and thorough. Excellent listener. Gave her full attention through out the entire visit.
I have already recommended her to a few people. Her staff and her are very friendly and helpful
Very responsive
My answers to your questions concerning the attending physician, Dr. Lisa Foster, would probably have been much more positive, if not excellent, had she spent more time explaining her clinical observations and answering any questions I may have. She was obviously very rushed, which did not provide adequate time for me to formulate questions about unfamilia medical specifics. There are several medical doctors In my family and given my knowledge about the current dynamics of medical care, I would have to assume that Dr.Foster has to large a case load which Is not healthy for her nor your patients. Alex Mallie
I have a complicated case that was a result of medical care elsewhere. Dr. Foster has listened carefully to me and reviewed a lot of my medical records and she gave me recommendations for further care.
She listened and I did not feel rushed
Love her
Dr. Foster was very thorough and discussed the conservative course we would follow primarily.
She's great!
She obviously had not reviewed her notes. Thought it had been a year since I'd seen her-it had been about 6 was. I had to tell her the purpose of the visit was to review my MRI
Dr Foster is the best. Personable, extremely knowledgeable, caring.
Dr Foster and her team went above the call of duty
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Credentials
Education
- Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Pain Management, 2016
- Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehab, 2015
- Internship: Virginia Commonwealth Univ Health System, Physical Medicine & Rehab, 2012
- Medical Education: University of Kansas School of Medicine, MD, 2011
Board Certifications
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2016
- Pain Medicine, American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 2016
