S. Scott Davis Jr. Emory Faculty
S. Scott Davis Jr. Emory Faculty

S. Scott Davis Jr., MD

Surgery, Minimally Invasive General Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery

4.8 - 235 Ratings

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg A, Fl 4, Atlanta, GA 30322 +1 More Locations
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About

Dr. S. Scott Davis, Jr. MD is a Professor of surgery in the Division of General and Gastrointestinal Surgery in Emory University Department of Surgery.  He joined the Emory faculty in 2005.  He specializes in advanced laparoscopy and GI surgery, and has been the Director for the Minimally Invasive Surgery fellowship in the Emory Endosurgery Unit since 2015, one of the longest standing MIS fellowships in the country.  Dr. Davis has authored more than 85 peer reviewed articles and numerous abstracts and video presentations.  He is a member of multiple societies, including SAGES, ACS, SSAT, ASBMS and SESC.   He serves on several committees for National Societies, most notably the SAGES Education Council, Communications Committee, and the Investment committee for the new SAGES Ingenuity Fund.  He previously Chaired the SAGES Publications Committee from 2015-2022.  He is Editor of Surgical Laparoscopy, Endoscopy and Percutaneous Techniques, and is the Foregut Section Editor for Surgical Endoscopy.  He also serves on the Editorial Board for Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases.   In 2018, he was Co-Editor of the Sages Manual of Hernia Repair, the most comprehensive text currently covering modern hernia repair techniques.  At Emory, he has served 3 elected terms on the Board of Directors for the Emory Clinic giving exposure to the leadership structure of the Clinic.   He has been Co-Medical Director of Perioperative Services for Emory University Hospital since 2018, which has provided extensive experience in operations within our perioperative environment.  These areas include the operating rooms, endoscopy suites, and all perioperative areas.  Within the Division of General and GI surgery he has served as Director of Advanced Practice Providers and has participated in development of leadership structure for APP’s across several sections including General and Plastic surgery.  He also serves as Vice Chair of Clinical Affairs for the Department of Surgery.

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

  • Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2005

Locations

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast
Bldg A, Fl 4
Atlanta, GA 30322

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Emory Bariatrics Center

550 Peachtree Street Northeast
Medical Office Tower, Fl 7
Atlanta, GA 30308

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 overall rating 235 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
4.8 Provider discussed treatment options
4.8 Provider included you in decisions
4.8 Likelihood of recommending this provider
2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-24

My visit was for 2 concerns, the first was explained why it was not surgical, the other pain in my lower abdomen was not. No cause of pain, no suggestion for further imaging, just a referral to a doctor for a nerve block. I want the issue permanently resolved not covered up to have to be treated again. No recommendations on where I might look for help or further treatment. Just that it wasn't surgical.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-24

Everyone was very helpful

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-17

Provider was courteous and professional.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-08

He has an attitude that I wasn't fond of. The last day I was there my legs were hurting he said I'm a Surgeon and I don't know anything about legs. It was just his attitude. I didn't like.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-05

Spent a great amount of time discussing my options, discussing the procedures and answering my questions. Exceeded expectations.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-22

I was pleased with the professionalism and helpful approach of Dr. S. Davis. He and his team were excellent. I would be grateful if my thanks could be conveyed to them.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-23

Very likely was a very good explainer and came of very professional.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-23

Best in the US!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-16

Explained it very well.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-16

The doctor was professional, friendly and very helpful. However: while pertinent questions were asked, I was examined physically and treatment options were discussed, the possible cause of the problem was not explained. This left me slightly worried - I experience symptoms and don't understand what might be causing them.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-13

Scott Davis MD is excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-02

Dr.Davis shows professionalism and explained everything detail where anyone can understand. I felt so blessed to be in his present. He was a referral and the best ! No disappointments here.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-07

Would like to know a little more about choice of procedure and recovery time and success rate

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-04

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-29

No problems

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-27

Described expectations completely

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-13

Dr. Davis is knowledgeable, experienced, and kind. What a great combination for a surgeon. Thank you!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-10

Dr Davis communicated very effectively in a very understandable manner. Took the time to Insure I understood surgical (both pre and post ) options . He was well prepared and had reviewed my scans and other health Issues.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-27

Very thorough with Dr Davis.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-19

Dr. Davis and NP Julie Spankowski were exceptional. Their care and concern put me at ease and left me with the feeling I was in the best of care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-12

Very pleasant visit. Doctor seemed very knowledgeable. I was completely at ease talking with him. He gave me information about my situation & answered my questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-12

Dr. Davis is the best doctor I've ever had. He took a genuine concern in my health issues and did a great job explaining complex medical syndromes to me

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-09

Gave me assurance that my hernia was stable and not to worry! Soothing and reassuring! Fantastic feeling after the visit.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-25

Dr Davis is the best. He is caring and thorough, taking his time to answer my questions and explain everything to me and my husband.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-18

Dr. Davis was very helpful and reassuring about my surgery. I felt comfortable and knew I was in good hands.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-17

Excellent pragmatic, thorough approach and bedside manner.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-05

Dr Davis and his staff were excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-03

The doctor and entire staff were great.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-28

Dr Devis is world class personality medical college professor and surgeon same category Mayo Clinic Jacksonville Dr S P Bowers worldwide international personality use to do general surgeon twenty year before at Emory University Hospital Atlanta. My entire life I am impressed first time with his consulting who gives best advice and favoriting my extreme complication multiple surgical health conditions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-28

Dr Davis has been a life saver for me my situation was grave and he and his time took a 40 year old procedure that was causing my body to become closer to death he went in and reworked my digestive system. I am healthy no issues that had caused my body to be in a state of severe malnutritionyes I have gained weight and he is aware of my concerns but at the same time offered solutions. I am very grateful to him and I know that his actions saved my life and I will conquer this weight gain so I can fully benefit from his caring of me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-01

Dr Davis is exceptional

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-18

Dr Davis is very knowledgable and addressed my concerns

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-09

Excellent diagnostic physician

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-15

Dr Davis was very confident, informative and reassuring.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-14

Dr. Davis was over the top when trying to explain my situation. He could not have been more compassionate or thorough.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-06

I was very pleased with Dr. Davis & his staff.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-15

Definitely I would recommend them

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

Dr Davis was very attentive & gave me tons of good information. I'd wholeheartedly recommend him!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

Dr Davis is a real pro. He exudes competence and confidence. He immediately establishes rapport and gains trust.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-17

Dr. Davis and his resident doctor were very thorough in their examination. The problem was explained well. However the final decision was not made completely clear to me as to why he would operate to help my problem. He did help in contacting another doctor for me for another approach to my need. Thank you.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-16

Dr Davis was extremely thorough and caring

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-28

I can't say enough good things about Dr. Sarmiento and Ms. Catherine Blair. They are the ivory tower examples of what health care delivery should be. Ms. Blair was exceedingly considerate of my time, well versed in her field, and prompt in communicating with me. She saw to it that my blood work and imaging studies were ordered immediately and that I had the medication necessary for one of the tests. She was simply on the ball with everything so that when I presented to Emory, my care was delivered smoothly and without problems. Dr. Sarmiento made himself available for questioning and spent time speaking with my husband and me. He was reassuring and friendly,and I very much appreciate his fitting me into his schedule as quickly as he did. He and Ms. Blair were both so kind and generous with their time and expertise. I will always be grateful to them for making a difficult time less so.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-12

Dr. David was very helpful and thoroughly explained my options for surgery

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-31

Very Professional

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-14

Dr was able to fine an additional problem that can be resolved in surgery at the same time. Outstanding Dr. Scott Davis!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-08

I feel I am great hands with Dr. Scott Davis and his team..

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-19

Dr Davis showed great expertise and also took time to address all my concerns. The surgical resident, Dr Cheney, was great, too.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-19

Dr. Scott Davis is excellent at clearly answering concerns. Helpful In obtaining a referral to Gastroenterology. Very personable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-07

MD gave excellent advice!

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-18

It was a bad day

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: Ohio State University Medical Center, Minimally Invasive Surgery, 2005
  • Residency: Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, General Surgery, 2004
  • Internship: Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, General Surgery, 2000
  • Medical Education: Tulane University School of Medicine, MD, 1999

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery), American Board of Surgery, 2005

Awards

  • 2017 Woodruff Leadership Academy Fellow
    Recognition of Excellence Award, Society of Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons, 2014, 2018
    Junior Resident Teaching Award, Emory University Department of Surgery, 2012

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Surgeons
    Society of American Gastroendoscopic Surgeons
    SAGES Board of Governors

    Southern Surgical Society

    American Society of Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery

    Georgia Surgical

    American Hernia Society