Melinda L. Yushak Emory Faculty
Melinda L. Yushak Emory Faculty

Melinda L. Yushak, MD

Hematology, Medical Oncology

4.9 - 229 Ratings

Emory Winship Cancer Institute

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

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(404) 778-0680

About

A board-certified medical oncologist, Melinda L. Yushak, MD, MPH, specializes in diagnosing and treating patients with melanoma and other cutaneous malignancies. Dr. Yushak joined the clinical staff at Winship Cancer Institute as a practicing physician in 2015. She is an assistant professor in the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Emory University School of Medicine.

Dr. Yushak received her Medical Degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine in Burlington, Vermont. Prior to earning her doctorate, Dr. Yushak obtained her Master of Public Health degree from the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Her postgraduate medical training included a residency in the Department of Internal Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts and a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

  • Assistant Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2015

Locations

Emory Winship Cancer Institute

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

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Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus

550 Peachtree Street Northeast
Medical Office Tower, Fl 18, Ste 1820
Atlanta, GA 30308

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 229 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 2026-04-22

Dr. Yushak was compassionate about my new metastasis but positive and answered all our questions and showed us the MRI image.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-22

After a week two of my scans were not complete which was the main reason for the Doctor meeting. Therefore, not the best use of her or my time.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-18

My nurse was fantastic, very friendly and explained everything to me. Dr. Yushak is the greatest! She has truly saved my life. My wife and I love her.In addition to being an excellent Doctor, she takes the time to answer all my questions and explains things in a way that I can fully understand. Emory is a better place for having her there.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-18

Great!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-16

Everyone took time to answer my question I learned a lot about my diagnosis

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-17

The best!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-17

Physician and staff are perfect

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-08

Dr. Yushak is the best! She has kept me alive for 5 years now. As an Emory Legacy family, we have been very happy with her care. Just the best of the best!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-03

Dr. Yushak speaks to me on a level that's not confusing even when we speak about technical procedures or technology. I believe she is a true gift as I navigate the after treatment path.She has my complete trust.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-27

I love Dr. YUSHAK. Emory is lucky to have her. She is what Emory stands for.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-24

I first came to see Dr Yushak on a clinical trial over 8.5 years ago. She has given me excellent care throughout many challenges, recurrences, and surgeries of this disease. Dr Yushak has provided the best treatments available. Always with kindness and expertise and encouragement. I also appreciate how she takes time to explain everything to me. I am forever grateful to Dr Yushak.( Their needs to be an "excellent" button on this survey page ;)

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-21

She listened to what I said, and her questions were geared to my personal situation and history.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-08

All outstanding!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-01

Dr Melinda Yushak is an outstanding doctor. She has been my doctor through many serious health challenges over a period of 8 years. She is extremely knowledgeable in a very challenging area of medicine. She provides me with the best medical practice and treatment options. She explains everything to me, answers my questions, and encourages me. Thankful for her every day.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-24

I have every confidence In and appreciation for Dr. Yushak.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-22

Dr Melinda Yushak has been my melanoma specialist for 8.5 years through a clinical trial, multiple serious surgeries, treatments, and recurrences. I am so thankful that shevis my doctor. Her expertise, knowledge of disease and best treatments, her guidance when surgery is necessary, along with genuine concern are some examples of why she is such an outstanding doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-23

As mentioned earlier, my visit with Melinda Yushak was terrific. Very helpful, alerting to health considerations beyond oncology. Smart, practical approach. Efficient, kind, thoughtful and thorough.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-23

Dr Yushak is the best.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-09

Doctor spent time to learn about me before discussing plan of care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-27

Dr. Yushak is terrific! Always prepared to discuss the issue and options. Outstanding demeanor! Makes everything easy to understand. I wholeheartedly trust her judgement!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-25

Great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-22

Dr Yushak has been guiding me through my many melanoma challenges since 2017. I am so grateful for her expertise, kindness, and for always working to provide me with the best medical help available.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-03

Dr Melinda Yushak has been my doctor since entering a clinical trial at Winship 8 years ago. I am forever grateful for her knowlege, expertise, caring about me as a patient, and providing me with the best practice/treatment possible.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-27

Words can't say how pleased I am

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-12

Excellent! Just would like to see her more often.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-27

Dr. Yushak is the best!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-26

Dr. Yushak was very attentive to my concerns. She was thoughtful in an approach to changes to my regimen. I appreciate her knowledge and views.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-05

I love Dr. Yushak. I came to Emory at the suggestion of my oncologist in Austin TX because he had run out of treatment solutions and my cancer returned. Dr. Yushak treated me and so far I am cancer free again and have a new lease on life.In addition to her being a wonderful doctor who really knows her medicine, she has always treated me with care and compassion. I can't say enough good things about her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-01

Dr. Yushak is AWESOME. She thoroughly reviews medical records and spends quality time with you, never rushed and is excellent at answering questions and providing options. She has always supported my decisions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-30

Dr Yushak was terrific as always She took the time to address some questions about age related diagnoses that I really appreciate it. She is always kind and available for any questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-08

Dr. Yushak is terrific! I feel very comfortable in her care. Very knowledgeable, professional and personable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-18

Dr. Yushak was bright, informative, empathetic, and above all a great clinician

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-18

I have been seeing Dr. Yushak going on 7 years and she has always been kind, patient, personable yet professional, honest and thorough on top of highly knowledgeable and skilled. She epitomizes "...the secret of the care of the patient is in caring for the patient" and I would highly recommend her for anyone with melanoma.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-29

Dr. Yushak is a phenomenal oncologist. She is personable and answers any and all of your questions. She never makes you feel rushed and genuinely cares about her patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-27

Dr. Yushak expedited hospitalization. I was in severe pain and needed immediate treatment

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-30

Dr Yushak is superb. She always takes time to answer questions and share information.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-23

Good experience by Doctor .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-19

Dr. Yushak is the best! She has kept me alive for 4+ years! If she ever leaves Emory, I will too. She is my quarterback!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-16

Dr Yushak has been the most knowledgeable, empathetic, and caring Dr I've experienced.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-27

I never feel rushed during my appointments. She always takes her time and insures everything is answered.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-08

Dr Yushak was very nice

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-28

Dr Yushak answered all my questions ! She is gracious and very patient. We are very happy to have been assigned to her care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-04

Dr. Yushak always takes time to listen and answer any questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-03

I am very confident and happy to be Dr. Yushak's care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-31

Dr. Yushak it's very compassionate, extremely capable, and a godsend

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-31

Dr Yushak was very informative and compassionate. Her communication skills and knowledge are top notch!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-26

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-27

Dr Yushak is the best

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-15

Very informative and friendlyI did not feed hurried

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: Yale New Haven Hospital, Hematology & Oncology, 2015
  • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2012
  • Medical Education: University of Vermont, DMS, 2009

Board Certifications

  • Hematology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2016
  • Medical Oncology, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine, 2012