Jeffrey J Rakofsky Emory Faculty
Jeffrey J Rakofsky Emory Faculty

Jeffrey J Rakofsky, MD

Psychiatry

4.9 - 279 Ratings

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30329
Telehealth Visits Available

Booking information not available

(404) 778-5526

About

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

  • Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2009

Locations

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 279 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
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 2026-05-11

Absolutely 100%. He's the best psychiatrist I've ever been.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-14

Great experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-28

Dr. Rakofsky is a great listener and a provider I trust with my care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-19

Fantastic as usual

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-07

Excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-30

He's always accessible. Video visit works just fine. He's a very good provider.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-30

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-28

Dr. Rakofsky is both professional and caring for my condition.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-17

Dr. Jeffrey Rakofsky is the best I would always always recommend him

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-27

Did not take suggestions into account; honed in on irrelevant cause

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-19

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

Dr. Rakofsky has been easy to communicate with and great addressing concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

All Good.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-25

His follow up is excellent. But I don't think he likes me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-04

Dr. Rakofsky is the best

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-09

Dr. Rakofsky has proved outstanding care for my son for the past 11 years. He is highly skilled and very responsive to our needs.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-09

Dr. Rakofsky has been my psychiatrist since 2019 and I hope we'll continue for as long as it's necessary (regular checks by expert that knows my condition are important. I doing fine)

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-08

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-17

Dr Rakofsky has been an incredible psychiatrist for the many years I have worked with him. He ensures that my suggestions are incorporated into my care plan (if appropriate), listens well, follows up with continuing challenges, and helps me to understand how I am doing.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-04

He's always the best

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-15

The short visit (25-28 minutes) is short, so not a lot of time to talk about details of treatment.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-23

Dr. Rakofsky is the best I would recommend him to everyone. I know he has helped me immensely.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-09

Dr. Rakofsky is an excellent physician. He is so knowledgeable and helpful. He really listens and tries to understand.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-26

Dr. Jeffrey is always wonderful caring listening and I am really very pleased

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-22

Dr answere my questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-19

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-11

Always excellent standard of care. Thank always feel heard and well cared for.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-08

Very good doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-22

Great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-08

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-15

Ethical as they come

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-10

Dr. Rakofsky has been my doctor for more than 10 years . He is knowledgeable and compassionate.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-28

I could not ask for a better psychiatrist. Dr. Rakofsky is excellent in every respect.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-26

Always returns my calls. He really cares about me. I trust him. He keeps me well!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-24

Dr. Rakofsky has always been listening and giving positive recommendations. He has been a great care provider since I started seeing him since 2015.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-21

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-21

A real good doctor to me throughout the years!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-27

Dr. Rakofsky is knowledgeable and shows compassion. Great doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-24

Excellent Dr. Is very compassionate to my condition

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-21

Dr. Rakofsky has been my psychiatrist for 5+ years. I value his expertise and will trust him to remain my psychiatrist formany years to come

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-16

Dr. Jeffrey Rakofsky is amazing day one I started seeing him

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-01

Dr. Jeff Rakofsky is a superstar in his field. He vlends knowledge and skil with empathy perfectly.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-18

Great professional

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-10

Dr Rakofsky is a very caring and knowledgeable physician

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-28

I was feeling insecure about changing from one medication to another but after speaking with my doctor I felt secure in our decision

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-26

A Very Good Doctor makes for a very good Patient.

Credentials

Education

  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Psychiatry, 2009
  • Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Psychiatry, 2006
  • Medical Education: Emory University School of Medicine, MD, 2005

Board Certifications

  • Psychiatry, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2010