Mani A. Daneshmand Emory Faculty
Mani A. Daneshmand Emory Faculty

Mani A. Daneshmand, MD

Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery, Surgery, Thoracic Surgery, Cardiac Surgery

4.9 - 117 Ratings

Emory Heart & Vascular Center at Clifton Campus

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg A, Fl 2, Atlanta, GA 30322 +1 More Locations
Telehealth Visits Available

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(404) 778-7973

About

Dr. Daneshmand joins Emory from Duke University Medical Center, where he served as surgical director of lung and heart-lung transplantation and surgical director of the Extracorporeal Life Support Program. He was also appointed the program director of the Advanced Cardiac and Thoracic Organ Transplant Surgery Fellowship at Duke.

After graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree from Union College in Schenectady, New York, Daneshmand received his medical degree from Albany Medical College in Albany, New York. While at Union College and Albany Medical College, he took part in a seven-year honors medical education program, which allowed him to complete his undergraduate degree a year early and begin medical school. He then completed his surgical residency, cardiothoracic surgery fellowship and cardiothoracic surgery research fellowship at Duke University Medical Center.

His research interests focus on the causes of and treatments for advanced heart and lung failure to identify new therapies. These therapies include new medications; ECMO; mechanical circulatory support devices; and organ transplantation for patients suffering from end-stage organ failure.
With Daneshmand's arrival, Emory's heart and lung transplant, mechanical circulatory and ECMO programs will consolidate services into one comprehensive program, improving care coordination for patients and their families, and providing world class transplant and life support services to the people of Georgia and the entire Southeast.

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Persian (Farsi)

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

  • Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2011

Locations

Emory Heart & Vascular Center at Clifton Campus

1365 Clifton Road Northeast
Bldg A, Fl 2
Atlanta, GA 30322

Emory Heart & Vascular Center at Clifton Campus location map

Emory Transplant Center

1365 Clifton Road Northeast
Bldg B, Fl 6
Atlanta, GA 30322

Emory Transplant Center location map

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 117 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 2026-04-23

Dr Mani is a superior communicator and promotes confidence with his knowledge, humility and past results. I enthusiastically recommend him without reserve. I was OK with the wait time in the clinic, because I know he is taking the appropriate time with patients. He is an Emory treasure!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-01

I'd give this doctor a 10/10 if I could!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-28

Professional and personable. Amazing care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-18

Great job.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-05

Provider seemed stressed. Running an hour late.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-05

Excellent experience. Never felt rushed. Dr and staff were patient and caring.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-22

Very happy with Dr daneshmand and his staff. Would definitely recommend and use again (Although hopefully I won't need to!).

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-13

Great experience

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

NP didn't look at my wife like she never existed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-14

Excellent listening and explanations

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-01

I love it

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-09

Excellent office visit manner

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-05

The doctor seemed to be very knowledgeable about what was going on with my health issues. He was on top of it and explained everything clearly. I would recommend others to him

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-19

I have full confidence in the care and advice of my physician. He addressed every concern that I had.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-05

Dr. Daneshmand was very knowledgeable, engaging and explained my condition and procedures well. I am very fortunate to have him for my doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-10

Excellent all the way around.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-08

The care provider was very genuine with his concerns for my health and well being. The care provider was very thorough when explaining my condition and going over treatment options.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-16

Thoroughly explained my problem and the options available to me

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-13

Dr. Daneshmand was very attentive and comprehensive regarding my treatment and care. Great bedside manner and genuine concern for my health.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-26

I appreciate the fact that he will contact my other Emory provider and it not be left into my hands to do so.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-18

Should be a higher rating

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-14

The Dr was great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-13

Highly friendly and professional workers

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: Duke University Hospital, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery, 2013
  • Residency: Duke University Hospital, General Surgery, 2011
  • Fellowship: Duke University Hospital, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery, 2008
  • Residency: Duke University Hospital, General Surgery, 2006
  • Internship: Duke University Hospital, General Surgery, 2005
  • Medical Education: Albany Medical Center Hospital, MD, 2004

Board Certifications

  • Thoracic Surgery, American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 2014
  • Surgery (General Surgery), American Board of Surgery, 2012

Awards

  • Finalist, 13th Annual C. Walton Lillehei Resident Forum Research Competition, 2010
  • Finalist, Young Innovators Fellowship, American Society for Artificial Internal Organs, 2008
  • Medforte Innovation Award, American Society for Artificial Internal Organs, 2006
  • William P. J. Peete Award: Outstanding First Year Surgical Resident, Duke University Medical Center, 2005
  • Ralph Alley Prize: Outstanding Performance in Cardiothoracic Surgery, Albany Medical College, 2004

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Surgeons: Fellow
  • 21st Century Cardiothoracic Surgical Society
  • American Heart Association: Membership and Communications Committee Council on Cardiovascular Surgery and Anesthesia
  • South Atlantic Cardiovascular Society
  • Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society
  • Extracorporeal Life Support Organization
  • Society of Thoracic Surgeons
  • Southern Thoracic Surgical Association
  • International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation
  • American Society for Artificial Internal Organs
  • Iranian American Medical Association
  • Iranian Cultural Society of North Carolina
  • Omicron Delta Epsilon-National Economics Honors Society
  • American Medical Student Association
  • American Medical Association