Debbie Gunter
Debbie Gunter

Debbie Gunter, NP

Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC), Neurology

4.9 - 343 Ratings

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30329 +1 More Locations
Telehealth Visits Available
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About

Debbie is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner. She has over thirty-five years of nursing experience in a variety of practice areas. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Florida State University, her Masters’ Degree in Adult Health-Critical Care from Emory University, and her Family Nurse Practitioner certification from the University of Missouri. Debbie serves as a nurse practitioner in the Cognitive Neurology Clinic, where she sees patients with a primary diagnosis of dementia. In this role, she provides follow-up care, medication management, palliative care, and clinical teaching for patients and families who suffer with some type of dementia. She is also on the faculty at the Emory University School of Nursing where she teaches undergraduate and graduate nursing students in palliative care.
Debbie has been recognized for her outstanding achievements in nursing by multiple organizations for many years. She was honored with the Georgia State Award for Clinical Excellence as a Nurse Practitioner from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners in 2011 and was named the March of Dimes Advanced Practice Registered Nurse of the Year for Georgia in 2013 in Palliative and Hospice Care.
Debbie is a well-known invited national and international speaker and has presented over 600 nursing seminars across the country in the areas of geriatrics, medical-surgical nursing, and palliative care.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Physician Group Practice

Year Started Practicing

  • 1996

Locations

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30329

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Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30329

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 343 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.

5 Provider showed concern
4.9 Provider explained things clearly
4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 Provider included you in decisions
4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-30

Debbie Gunter was very professional and informative about how to proceed In dealing with my overwhelming health issue. She showed me a lot of compassion and empathy for what I and my wife face going forward. She has a wonderful bedside manner

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-28

She was excellent, showing support, empathy and real concern about my health and general overall well-being

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-16

Debbie was very open to answering all the questions that we had.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-09

Emery is the best

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-08

Good and informative , answered all questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-31

Dr Debbie is an angel in disguise.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-25

All was great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-25

Ms Gunter was compassionate and immediately put my wife at ease. My daughter (an RN) who was also on the called commented how good she was.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-24

Dr. Debbie Gunter was warm, patient, understanding and we truly appreciate iate her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-20

She was most knowledgeable, most friendly and open I've ever seen

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-11

Debby is an excellent PA. Compassionate and knowledgeable. Takes time to listen and answers questions patiently and frankly.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-10

Great time

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-04

Good afternoon

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-04

Debbie is great she listened to everything you asked and answered all questions in a way you can understand.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-25

On time discerning and solutions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-11

Debbie Gunter is very thorough, kind, and understanding

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-11

Debbie Gunter is terrific!! She is highly knowledgeable and caring. We could not be more fortunate than to work with her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-10

I am the caregiver, Debbie Gunter is sensitive to my husband's as well as my needs/concerns. She always responds quickly and thoroughly with any concerns I may have. I am so thankful for Debbie and she has made coping with this disease so much easier. I could not be happier with Debbie Gunter and the service I receive from Emory

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-06

Always very caring and understanding of concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-03

The care provider was very patient and thorough. She explained everything and listened carefully to our questions and concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-10

Awesome

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-09

Debbie Gunter is great. A real professional!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-09

The written recap and Monoclonal Infusions piece were helpful.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

Ver my supportive of me during this visit.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-03

Ii was am very confident with the recommendations of my nursing practitioner.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-09

Went well above and beyond our expectations spending extra time making sure we were well informed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-06

Very good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-28

Debbie was very thoughtful and ensured that I understood all that is going on with me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-21

She was very friendly, understanding and compassionate. She listened to me, ask appropriate questions and dug deeper when she wanted more info. She was very concerned about my well-being and answered my questions and addressed my concerns in a caring, professional and friendly manner .Please let her know that I really appreciate her and her passion towards helping others!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-14

The level of care was palpable. Those providing services really care about me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-04

Debbie Gunter is fabulous!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-01

Debbie Gunter was amazing. I only wish there was a higher mark to give her. "Very good" is not enough. Excellent, Superior or Awesome would be more appropriate. One of the few times that I have truly felt valued and "seen" for my particular case.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-30

Debbie was excellent and caring!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-30

No problems!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-30

Debbie is great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-24

Excellent.Thankful to be cared for by this provider.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-28

Debbie Gunther RN is an exceptional and professional nurse. working with her Is a pleasure, she listens and understands.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-21

All good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-20

Great attention

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-20

Excellent Care. Answers all of my questions and is not in a rush!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-19

Again, Debbie is very knowledgable, empathetic and helped evaluate problem solve and gauge opportunities.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-24

Everyone I came in contact with was nice and professional

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-15

She was concerned and caring and informative. She was an excellent listener

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-10

Debbie Gunter was both sympathetic and informative to my problems

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-05

Very warm, concerned, and helpful! A good listener and not rushed!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-26

Debbie Gunter was wonderful. She was warm, knowledgeable, and professional. We felt very fortunate to be able to work with her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-25

We love working with Debbie. She is excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-02

Nurse Debbie Gunter is amazing!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-20

Ms Gunter was professional and complete

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-20

What shocked and impressed me the most was when she took me in your arms and gave me a big hug. She was so pleased with my progress We sat and talked like we knew each other for agesShe was so pleasant and remind me of myself It was a great visit

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-17

Nurse Debbie Gunter has very good bedside manners. She listened to the concerns and provided professional guidance and resources with a caring attitude.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-11

First time I saw this person. She answered my questions quickly and very kind.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-07

Excellent handling of problems!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-29

Dr Debbie Gunter. Very caring person. Please keep her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-16

NP Gunther was very cordial, polite and friendly. Her heart-felt concern for the patient's wellbeing was overwhelming and very much appreciated. NP Gunther assisted with and agreed upon the best plan to try and receive the best Caregiver Support from the Veterans Administration (VA) to help my wife get the best quality of life. We discussed her current medication and her mental a d physical capabilities. NP Gunther's genuineness throughout the entire video appointment was exemplary.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-09

100% recommend to others!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-01

Debbie Gunter was the most responsive caring and informative person we have met.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-22

Ms. Gunther gets a 5 for exhibiting a very high degree of professionalism, compassion and clarity while explaining the pros and cons of a suggested medication and listening to my personal opinion as well.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-13

Debbie is the greatest!

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-12

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-12

Debbie is an excellent provider we come here because of her bc and her personal care !

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-28

I appreciated the way I was treated and the information I was given

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-28

Debbie was absolutely wonderful. I cannot say enough GOOD things about her. She was patient, understanding and caring. She knew exactly what we needed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-26

She bent over backwards to accommodate us and answered every question we had and shared important information

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-22

The doctor was excellent. She took the time to listen to me, absorb the labs and other info and provide me with a diagnosis and go forward plan. She was kind, efficient, personable and very knowledgeable. She gave us the information we weren't getting from my previous doctor. I can't say enough about the great care I received and I feel very good about the future - for the first time in months. Please thank her again for me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-22

Again- excellent service.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-10

Debbie is very helpful

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-09

I was very impressed by the attention I received and communication

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-21

Good and professioonal

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-18

Debbie is warm, thoughtful, informative and empathetic.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-18

As I stated earlier, NP Gunter is wonderful!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-17

Excellent excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-12

Debbie Gunter is wonderful - caring, professional, helpful

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-11

She's GREAT!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-26

Debbie was excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-20

Debbie Gunter is a kind person who has been clearly concerned about how I have been doing, what has stayed the same, what has changed and by how much.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-14

Debbie Gunter was outstanding. A breath of fresh air from our former Nuerologist. She spent 6 times as much time with us as our former doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-12

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-07

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-07

I was very pleased about the level of care and concern for my quick recovery.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-06

Wonderful PA. Wish they could all be like Ms. Gunter

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-05

I did not feel rushed and she addressed everything I brought up.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-01

Debbie Gunter is excellent! Knowledgeable, kind, listens well and I trust her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-29

All excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

Debbie is exceptional about listening, assessing our needs and providing helpful solutions to problems with sincere compassion & care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

Very eager and patient to listen to my concerns as well as put a smile in my face.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-16

Excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-16

Great visit this provider. Questions answered. Concerns addressed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-25

Impressive PA!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-20

Debbie was very thorough

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-03

I appreciate working with Debbie Gunter. She is very thorough, listens to all my concerns and has sound advice and solutions. I always look forward to our meetings.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-02

Desk staff very cordial, pleasant and helpful.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-29

Debbie was outstanding

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-14

Very good service and caring also

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-14

So involved & caring

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-14

My provider was very kind, professional, and Listened to what I had to say.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-09

Excellent care and empathy demonstrated

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-07

Debbie Gunter is a true professional who shows great knowledge, understanding, and empathy when meeting with her patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-01

The NP was very involved and interactive. I was very comfortable dealing with her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-30

Debbie Gunter is wonderful! !! Very empathetic and caring !! A very special person !!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-05

Debbie Gunter did a great job after we finally were able to see her

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-29

Debbie Gunter is both professional and compassionate in every way. We will miss her!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-26

Debbie is so kind and patient with my mother.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-23

I'm going to miss seeing Debbie. She is a joy, and the only medical practitioner who I truly look forward to seeing on every visit!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-14

Will miss Debbie!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-11

Debbie's leaving geriatric to concentrate on dementia care is a loss to her patients. We have always had most confidence in the whole staff and will miss her care.

Credentials

Education

  • Professional Education: Emory University-Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Adult Nurse Practitioner, MS, 1980

Board Certifications

  • Other, American Nurses Credentialing Center, 1996

Professional Memberships

  • American Association of Nurse Practitioners
    Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association
    Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association