Emory Faculty
Emory Faculty
Karishma Kodia, MD
General Surgical Oncology, Colon and Rectal Surgery
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Erb Bldg, Fl 1, Ste 150, Atlanta, GA 30342 +1 More LocationsAbout
Karishma Kodia, MD, is a fellowship-trained colon and rectal surgeon with sub-specialty expertise in the management of both benign and malignant diseases of the colon, rectum, and anus. She is dedicated to providing excellent surgical care that places patients and their families at the center of the care team. Dr. Kodia is fluent in English and Spanish, allowing her to care for a diverse patient population with compassion and cultural sensitivity.
Her clinical interests include the treatment of colon and rectal cancer, young-onset colorectal cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. She also specializes in the management of anorectal conditions such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, fistulas, and fecal incontinence.
Dr. Kodia earned her medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. She completed her general surgery residency at the University of Miami / Jackson Health System and served as Administrative Chief Resident. She then completed fellowship training in colon and rectal surgery at the prestigious Washington University in St. Louis, where she received advanced training in minimally invasive, laparoscopic, and robotic techniques.
She is passionate about advancing colorectal health through surgical excellence, multidisciplinary collaboration, and patient education. Her care philosophy centers on building trust, empowering patients, and delivering thoughtful, individualized treatment plans.
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Emory Affiliation
- Emory Healthcare Network
- Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
- Emory Physician Group Practice
Academic Title
- Assistant Professor
Academic Profile
Year Started Practicing
- 2025
Locations
Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Road
Erb Bldg, Fl 1, Ste 150
Atlanta,
GA
30342
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Education
- Fellowship: Washington University in St Louis, 2025
- Residency: University of Miami Hospital & Clinics, 2024
- Internship: University of Miami Hospital & Clinics, Surgery, 2020
- Medical Education: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, 2019
Board Certifications
- Colon and Rectal Surgery, American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery
Professional Memberships
Dr. Kodia's organizational memberships include the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons, the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, Society of Asian Academic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, and Association of Women Surgeons. She serves on national committees focused on professional development and outreach.