Faiz U. Ahmad Emory Faculty
Faiz U. Ahmad Emory Faculty

Faiz U. Ahmad, MD

Neurological Surgery, Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery

4.8 - 345 Ratings

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg B, Fl 2, Ste 2200, Atlanta, GA 30322 +1 More Locations
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About

Faiz U. Ahmad, MD, is an associate professor of Neurological Surgery at the Emory University School of Medicine. He serves as Chief of Neurosurgery at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital as well as director of spinal neurosurgery at Grady Memorial Hospital. Dr. Ahmad completed his neurosurgical residency and two fellowships, including a complex spinal surgery fellowship, at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. His specialty interests include minimally invasive methods of treating spinal disorders, treatment of spinal tumors, artificial cervical disc replacement, use of computer-assisted navigation techniques in spinal surgery, complex spinal reconstruction surgery and spinal cord injury.

Dr. Ahmad is also a prolific researcher, contributing over 200 peer reviewed papers, book chapters, abstracts and oral presentations. His research interests include spinal injury, minimally invasive neurosurgery and traumatic brain injury. He also serves as an editor and reviewer for several national and international peer-reviewed neurosurgical research journals, as well as on several national and regional neurosurgery committees.

Dr Ahmad is board certified by American Board of Neurosurgery (ABNS), is a fellow of American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS) as well as fellow of American College of Surgeons (FACS).

Languages

  • English
  • Urdu
  • Hindi

Emory Affiliation

  • Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
  • Emory Healthcare Network
  • Emory Physician Group Practice
  • Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University

Academic Title

  • Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2014

Locations

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast
Bldg B, Fl 2, Ste 2200
Atlanta, GA 30322

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Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital Campus

5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Road
Fl 3, Ste 350A
Atlanta, GA 30342

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 overall rating 345 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.

4.8 Provider showed concern
4.8 Provider explained things clearly
4.8 Provider discussed treatment options
4.8 Provider included you in decisions
4.8 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-29

Talked with me about my condition and explained in detail what I needed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-19

Excellent explanation of my need for the Procedure from both of them.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-07

The doctor gave me the impression of a professional concerned about the patient's health and well-being, respectful and objective in his medical opinion.

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-27

I felt passed on, that my physical condition was not their concern to actively find solutions to go back to a normal life.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-13

Everything was explained in detail with care, concern, options, procedures outcome possibilities

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-27

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-08

Good service

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-01

Dr. And his assistant were both very courteous, patient and listened to me.

3 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-30

He said that I was fine and I didn't have the reason to be there to go to a pain doctor. Knowing that I was referred by a neurologist and orthopedist

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-24

The doctor did very good explaining everything excellent service

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-18

Excellent communication by doctor. Showed concern, explained and answered all my questions to relieve anxiety. Spent all the needed time never made me feel that he is in a hurry.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-16

Dr eased my mind regarding my fear of getting a brain tumor he assure me it was not cancer and surgery wasn't urgent

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-19

Dr just stated there were no surgical options.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-19

All good plus the Doc truly cared about me and explained everything I needed to know and understand

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-12

Everyone was kind and considerate

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

Dr. Ahmad listened to all my questions. He was very thorough with explaining the intended procedure to me.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-01

Very happy so far with this care team!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-10

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-03

Top notch!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-27

Dr. Faiz U. Ahmad, Superior Physician9

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-17

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-13

I am grateful for the attentive interaction. Dr Ahmad took his time in explaining where I am now with my back choices. Feel well taken care of by a doctor who sees me as a whole person. Rare these days! Highly recommend.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-24

Great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-23

Very good experience. Dr. Ahmed showed concern and gave us excellent information. I feel comfortable in trusting him in helping me find resolution for my lumbar issue and associated pain.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-23

Very Informative

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-16

Absolutely, I will tell all of my friends about this doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-31

Very positive experience!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-18

Good experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-18

The Dr. Answer all my questions and concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-06

It was great to finally see Dr. Ahmad and he was very clear in explaining the spinal issues shown in my latest MRI. Dr. Ahmad was transparent and his recommendations were easy to understand.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-03

Excellent information

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-29

Doctor made me comfortable and understood my problems

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-28

Dr. Ahmad was engaged and got right down to business. Everything was explained to me in a clear way and options were also discussed. I left with a plan of action.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-27

Very good consultation!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-27

So impressed with the care I received

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-24

Very satisfied

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-21

Dr Ahmad was very understanding of my situation _ after hearing all I had to say _ he quickly looked into handling my problem _ checked his schedule for a cancellation and asked if I was available _ understanding that the waiting period for this type of surgery is 2 months _ I am thankful that I was very well accommodated _ Dr. Ahmad put me at ease from being afraid _ to have the surgery and I am grateful to him for that.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-17

Great place and great people, very knowledgeable.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-07

Dr Ahmed is a star, but this is a very complicated case and since I am a orthopedic surgeon since I've done this type of surgery before I just don't think that he understood the issues involved. I made it clear to him that I was also being evaluated at the Mayo Clinic And their opinion was very different from his and after this discussion, I think the Mayo Clinic logic and reasoning is more appropriate.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-17

Dr Ahmed was very thorough! Didn't try to rush the appointment! Listened to all my questions and answered them each one!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-03

Very nice manner and extremely helpful and encouraging.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-03

Such a good doctor. Takes time and explains well.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-18

Love me some Dr. Ahmad & staff!!

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-18

The whole appointment I was diagnosed as being fat. I never felt so awkward and ashamed in a doctor office before.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-12

Suggested other tests and in person visit.. Never heard back from him

3 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-07

Although this doctor is undoubtedly very smart and tops in his field, like many top doctors, he failed to understand or convey an understanding or convey sympathy with my unfortunate situation in that my symptoms make no sense and there is no solution to the problem.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-07

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-28

Doctor explained more about my condition than any other of the previous doctors I had seen.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-10

Dr. Ahmad was excellent in all of the above categories. I especially appreciate the suggestion that my losing weight will help my back pain.

3 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-03

I was really wanting to discuss my diagnosis and what I could expect in the future. I was told the referring doctor had just asked him if I needed back surgery

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-28

All good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-15

Dr Ahmad very caring about my case

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-14

Pleased with services.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-10

They were so knowledgeable and courteous.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-31

Very down ro earth took his re did not rush

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-27

Dr. Ahmad was primary caregiver

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-11

Dr. Ahmad was detailed, prepared, and fully engaged during the visit. He listened, understood, respected, and addressed every concern I had about my cervical condition. I could go to a hospital much closer to my home and more convenient. But, I will go to Emory St. Joseph's because of Dr. Ahmad's skill and judgement.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-10

Drs. Were very personable, informative, knowledgeable and took their time answering my questions even though it was a busy office.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-15

Dr. Ahmed was attentive, informative, and personable.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-13

He and his nurse practioner seemed knowledgeable, discussed the availability of an opening for the type of surgery and the process of down time and recuperating over a minimal invasive surgery of one to two days.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-08

The nurse and doctors explained everything to me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-24

Dr. Ahmad took the time to thoroughly explain my previous MRI & my current symptoms/condition. He provided detailed information regarding treatment options. He was EXCELLENT!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-16

I will recommend this facility and doctors, and Hope with my back problems after four surgeries that I will be able to see Dr. Ahmad again

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-11

Dr. Ahmed is very compassionate and took all the time we needed during the appt.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-10

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-05

I can't go anywhere else because I've been treated so well here. Emory has spoiled me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-02

Excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-25

Dr. Ahmad was 100% all we had hoped he would be. He took all the time needed to explain my issues to us, to evaluate the tests that had been done beforehand, to think through what would be reasonable to help me, and at all times encouraged my participation in the decision making. My wife is an experienced RN, and have the doctor both thumbs up!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-25

Dr Ahmad was very informative and helpful with my options

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-21

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-06

Great doctor!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-05

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-23

Dr. Ahmad is very knowledgeable and professional. I was very pleased with him and his ability to recognize my problems.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-16

Brilliant,caring, persoanable and attentive.

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-16

He was UNPREPARED! I had several conversations with staff prior to visit to give them the information they needed including films and reports. It was obvious that no films or reports were available. I even brought films to the appointment but they did not get loaded or viewed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-08

Dr. Ahmad is though and detailed. He as patient care at the top of his priorities and is very clear as to expectations.

3 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-05

I didn't feel like he really understands the level of pain and discomfort I'm going through, maybe he does. But he didn't seem to show me that or made me feel that way. I didn't feel any connection with him, and I waited two months to get to see him. The entire appointment was under 10 minutes, I was just shocked and short for words. Honestly speaking!It wasn't wait I envision the appointment to be. Seriously!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-19

Dr Ahmad was very professional & thorough. Very interested in my problem & discussed all of my options. Outstanding.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-15

The doctors were great and explained everything completely.

Credentials

Education

  • Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital, Neurological Surgery, 2014
  • Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System, Neurological Surgery, 2014
  • Internship: Jackson Memorial Hospital, Neurological Surgery, 2010
  • Medical Education: All India Institute of Medical Sciences, MD, 2001
  • Medical Education: All-India Institue of Medical Science

Board Certifications

  • Neurological Surgery, American Board of Neurological Surgery, 2018

Professional Memberships

  • American Association of Neurological Surgeons
  • Congress of Neurological Surgeons
  • Georgia Neurosurgical Society