Nikolaos Papadantonakis Emory Faculty
Nikolaos Papadantonakis Emory Faculty

Nikolaos Papadantonakis, MD

Hematology, Medical Oncology, Hematology Oncology

4.9 - 274 Ratings

Emory Winship Cancer Institute

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

Booking information not available

(404) 778-0519

About

A board-certified hematologist, Dr. Papadantonakis specializes in the treatment of acute leukemias, myelodysplastic syndromes, myeloproliferative neoplasms and other myeloid hematological malignancies.

Prior to joining Emory, he was faculty in the Division of Hematology/Oncology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Dr. Papadantonakis received his Medical Degree from the University of Crete, Greece. He obtained his MSc and PhD degrees also from the University of Crete, Greece. He completed his residency at Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. He undertook fellowship training in Hematology/Oncology at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Dr. Papdantonakis' research interests are focused in the area of acute leukemias, myelodysplastic syndromes and myeloproliferative neoplasms.

Languages

  • Greek
  • English

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

  • Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2016

Locations

Emory Winship Cancer Institute

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

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 274 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
5 Provider explained things clearly
4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 Provider included you in decisions
5 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-21

Dr. Papa is very patient and he listens to all your concerns and provides details to your answers.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-05

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-02

Dr P explained my diagnosis and answered my questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-02

Dr. Papa did a great job talking about complex issues in an easy-to-understand manner.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-20

Dr. Papa took the time to answer my questions regarding the reports on my recent MRI

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-18

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-18

Dr. Papa is patient, he listens to your concerns with care and he gives great explanations to your questions and concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-07

Dr Papadantonakis takes the time to make me feel heard with kindness and respect. I trust him.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-04

Dr Papa was very thorough and asked a lot of questions. Then explained the plan going forward.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-28

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-23

Dr. Papa and the Clinical Trial representative (Theramy?) answered all questions in straightforward terms

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-13

Dr. Papadantonakis is excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-29

Excellent discussion of nature, pro's / con's of possibly participating in a clinical trial highly relevant to my current health circumstance

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-26

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-23

Dr Papa listens. I'm amazed how concerned he is in my care. He teaches, he supports, we were even laughing last visit. He validates me!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-22

My care provider was the best.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

I would definitely recommend Emory

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

My doctor is one of the best doctor on your staff. I wish this doctor was my primary care doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

I really have felt a great communication with Doctor Papadntonakis. He has been very human, and helpful, I feel very comfortable in his care which has been very important for me. This is the first time I have had any sort of sickness in my life.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-15

Dr Papa is so kind and skilled

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-14

Amazing provider. Professional, caring, informative and most caring

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-14

I am so grateful for the care I am given by Dr. Papa. He's brilliant, thoughtful, caring and a skilled professional. So fortunate to have him as my doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-10

As always, "Dr. Papa" was patient, clear, answered all questions. He outlined the plan for the next several months and the possible decisions that might be faced over that time

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-07

Dr Papadantonskis did an excellent job of excellent job !

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-16

Great experience. I totally trust him and his recommendations.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-15

Dr. Papa is the best of the best.So blessing to be under his care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-15

I was so impressed and happy with the care I received. At other offices I felt rushed and like I was just a number but not here. The whole team made me feel like they cared. The doctor did not rush at all and explained everything and gave me time for any questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-03

Dr Papa is so thorough and kind.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-27

Doctor Papadantonakis always spends a lot of time with us, explains everything, he spent more time with us answering questions than expected

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-18

He was very thorough and wants to do some more testing

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-17

I am grateful to be cared for by the Emory family.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-27

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-16

Dr Pappadantonakis on the telehealth call was very polite and his demeanor was happy and celebratory as we had good results. He was pleased that I had a good experience with the bone marrow biopsy and would like to have the same person the next time v

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-13

Again, excellent care and communication

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-20

I am impressed with level of interaction about my well-being .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-07

Dr. Papadontanakis is the very best!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-02

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-10

Dr. Papa is particularly effective in including not only me, but other family members in the discussions - explaining matters, offering options, answering questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-25

I continue to be extremely impressed at Dr. Papa's willingness / ability to explain status, options and recommendations in a manner that a non-medical person can absorb and collaborate on

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-14

Dr. Papa is very caring, patient, detailed and eager to answer any questions or concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-10

A difficult appointment - when, at long last, prognoses move from "years" to "months." Dr. Papa's concern, gentle manner but clear explanations made the discussion as positive as one might hope for.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-26

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-23

My provider was very professional and showed compassion towards me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-12

The video visit was very informative. The doctor kindly addressed my concerns and answered my questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-29

Excellent visit and very professional. Thankful for the care that we have at Emory.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-24

Every thing was good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-05

Dr. Papa is meticulous in his follow up and is courteous and professional. His explanations are complete and insightful. He's totally thorough!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-29

Dr. Papa is very patient, very thorough, and a great listener when he does his televisit with me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-25

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-25

Dr Papa is my rock. Compassionate, warm, caring

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-20

Dr. Papa is a consummate professionalquite knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and answered all of our questions completely. We have great trust in him.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-10

Possibilities for medications, clinical trials, transfusion all explained for my wife and I to consider as we move forward

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-07

I credit Dr. Papa with safely seeing me through two bouts of leukemia. I would not trust anyone else.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-27

Dr is great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-11

Dr. Listened snd explained everything and answered all my questions. He was very patient and took his time.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-09

Care / concern for issues prior to OV were excellent. Review of situation during the visit equally so. He explained plan to follow up re the new medication and recalls for labs and next OV

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-01

Dr. "P" ha been very focused on explaining data - mine and published source - as well as advising on options and what to expect. I find him easy to work with and extremely patient-focused

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-21

Dr. Papa is the best!!!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-15

Care provider was very attentive and seemed to calmly address all my questions and concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-04

I have currently referred two friends to Emory

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-10

Best care ever

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-24

Dr. Papadantonakis is very thorough with his explanations; patient; caring and easy to talk to about anything that is on your mind relating to your health

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-22

I have 4 Emory doctors. All are excellent. I travel far to see them and it is definitely worth it.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-17

The Doctor was very attentive about my concerns etc. And even suggested what things to do with the recommended team.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-22

Dr. Papa was very thorough, caring, patient and excellent in explaining my condition in detail,

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Hematology/Oncology, MD, 2016
  • Professional Education: University of Crete, PhD, 2013
  • Residency: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University, Internal Medicine, 2013
  • Medical Education: University of Crete, MD, 2005