David Richard Elwood Emory Faculty
David Richard Elwood Emory Faculty

David Richard Elwood, MD

Surgery, General Surgery

4.9 - 226 Ratings

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg A, Fl 4, Atlanta, GA 30322
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About

After completing his undergraduate degree at Yale University, Dr. Elwood served in the Peace Corps as a secondary school science teacher trainer in the Republic of Togo, West Africa. He received his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, where he also completed a fellowship in anatomic pathology. He went on to complete both his general surgery residency and his fellowship in hepatobiliary surgery and liver transplantation at the Lahey Clinic Medical Center in Burlington, MA.
Prior to joining Emory, Dr. Elwood served the community for over ten years at Kennestone Regional Medical Center as a general, hepatobiliary, and acute care surgeon. While there, he completed terms as vice chair and chair of the Department of Surgery. His clinical responsibilities at Emory include general and gastrointestinal (GI) surgery.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
  • Emory Healthcare Network
  • Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

  • Assistant Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2006

Locations

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast
Bldg A, Fl 4
Atlanta, GA 30322

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 226 ratings

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.

4.9 Provider showed concern
5 Provider explained things clearly
5 Provider discussed treatment options
5 Provider included you in decisions
5 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-13

Doctor didn't have my catscan during his exam.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-27

The Doctor herself was very attentive, HEARD my concern and pain and addressed all my issues. She made sure I was in a less painful state and also facilitated my stay.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-13

Dr. Elwoods knowledge and experience is a great comfort to me as I face hernia surgery. He provided a very clear And understandable explanation of my medical condition as well as how the procedure would correct it.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-11

All good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-06

The doctors that assisted me listen closely to my concerns and gave the attention I needed for my health issues

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-06

Dr. Elwoods and his team are exceptionally polite, informative and extremely good at listening to my concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-01

Very knowledgeable and spoke with my dad with great respect

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-17

I didn't know what to expect but he made me feel so comfortable

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-30

I just want to thank the whole team amen

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-30

Dr. David Elwood & Dr. Omair Nadeem were great. Omair Nadeem went over the CT Scan very thoroughly explaining each step. Both doctors told me exactly what was going on and answered my concerns and what to expect.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-07

Dr. David Elwood is great he truly cares.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-05

I love the service and understanding from all the staff especially from Dr Elwood

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-12

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-11

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-17

Extremely intelligent and an excellent communicator with the ability to explain complex issues clearly.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-17

Excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-12

Dr Elwood was extremely thorough and informative; also very kind

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-27

All good...Very good knowledge of condition and clearly discussed the path forward.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-10

I wish the practice could be my PCP. All excellent.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-29

He made a good impression.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-23

Excellent communication

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-19

My provider Dr. Elwood is fantastic. I even have a friend that has used him with the same great experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-16

They were both very nice and seem concerned about my situation. Dr. Elwood was very personable and knowledgeable about my concerns. I left feeling like someone could finally fix my problems.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-15

Dr. Elwood very kind and listened to me. Explained the procedure and why I needed it.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-09

I was very satisfied with the information provided and the approach taken by Dr. Elwood and his staff!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-20

Dr. Elwood is one of the best doctors I have had at Emory University ( and sadly I have had many). He explains things well, takes great care, and is patient- centered.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-11

Very good surgeon. Very thorough and caring!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-27

My entire experience was excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-12

Would recomend Dr. Elwood to anyone

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-11

Dr Elwood is a very good surgeon and makes you comfortable as he explains what is being done to correct the situation

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-28

Dr. Elwood is awesome. He takes his time to listen and have a conversation that feels completely genuine.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-10

Dr Elwood is a very good doctor with great bedside manner who communicates very well

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-25

Explained what we would be doing to correct problems

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-02

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-28

The personalized focus Dr. Elwood showed for me and my specific medical condition from our first consultation many months ago to the follow up weeks after post surgery was nothing short of spectacular. Preoperative explanations were clear and concise and the surgery followed suit.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-10

Dr. Elwood is the best! I am so fortunate to have him as a doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-06

Dr Elwood was Outstanding. Explained everything in detail, didn't rush through and even consulted with me and another Doctor for my further/future treatment. Great experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-03

Great doctor!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-13

Buena

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-03

Dr. E was patient and answered each of my questions thoroughly.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-28

Very pleased with their concern

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-18

Dr Elwood is a very caring and kind physician. Dr Elwood and his staff have seen me through several hospitalizations and this surgery. When they walk in the room they instill confidence that everything is going to be okay. I am so grateful for Dr Elwood, the staff and Emory.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-19

Dr Elwood excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-16

Dr Elwood and his staff were great to work with!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-23

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-21

Dr Elwood was very good about asking questions to discover any possible issues. In my case there were none, but he was very good at covering the possibilities.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-11

Dr Elwood is very caring and always listens to my concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-28

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-21

Dr Elwood is awesome. He gave great information and we appreciated his honesty about our Mother's situation. We all left talking about how much we enjoyed seeing him!

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, Transplant Surgery, 2006
  • Residency: Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, General Surgery, 2004
  • Medical Education: University of Connecticut, MD, 1999
  • Fellowship: University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology, 1997

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery), American Board of Surgery, 2005

Awards

  • Emory Department of Surgery Junior Resident Teaching Award, 2020 & 2023

    Atlanta Magazine Top Doctors, 2023

    2023 Emory School of Medicine Doctors' Day Recognition

    Atlantan Magaine Top Doctors, 2023

    Emory Healthcare Providers of Excellence Platinum Provider, 2022

    Emory Healthcare Providers of Excellence Gold Provider, 2021

    Exemplary Teaching Award, Medical College of Georgia, 2016
    Wellstar Safety and Quality Award, 2011
    Award for Excellence in Medical Student Teaching, Lahey Clinic & Tufts University School of Medicine, 2006

Professional Memberships

  • Member, Southeastern Surgical Congress

    Member, Georgia Surgical Society

    Fellow, American College of Surgeons
    Cornelius E. Sedgewick Surgical Society