Vita G Kesner Emory Faculty
Vita G Kesner Emory Faculty

Vita G Kesner, MD

Clinical Neurophysiology, Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine

4.8 - 294 Ratings

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30329
Telehealth Visits Available
Existing Patient Scheduling Book Online (404) 778-3444

About

Vita Kesner, MD, joined Emory University Neurology Department as Assistant Professor after she completed her Neurology Residency at Case Western Reserve University and then Clinical Neurophysiology-Neuromuscular fellowship at Emory.
With specific interests in the fields of myasthenia gravis and peripheral nerve disorders, she established a specialized clinic for patients with myasthenia gravis and a combined neurosurgery and neurology multidisciplinary Peripheral Nerve clinic. The Peripheral Nerve Clinic provides expertise in most nerve disorders, including peripheral nerve or brachial, lumbosacral plexus injuries, nerve sheath tumors, neurofibromatosis and compressive neuropathies as well as pain syndromes. The Peripheral Nerve Clinic combines advanced surgical and therapeutic approaches, with the latest diagnostic imaging and physiology. The Myasthenia Gravis Clinic provides expert and dedicated care to patients with this challenging disorder.
Dr. Kesner as the director of the Electromyography (EMG) Laboratory is committed to providing high quality and comprehensive electro-diagnostic evaluations for patients with neuromuscular disorders. Dr. Kesner also performs complex neurophysiological testing during surgical procedures including electroencephalography (EEG), evoked potentials, and EMG.

Languages

  • English
  • Russian

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

  • Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2007

Locations

Emory Brain Health Center

12 Executive Park Drive Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30329

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5 overall rating 294 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.

4.8 Provider showed concern
4.8 Provider explained things clearly
4.8 Provider discussed treatment options
4.8 Provider included you in decisions
4.8 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-05-05

Absolutely the best in every respect. Dr. Kestner is thorough and compassionately caring in her medical practice.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-15

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-15

Dr. Kesner has been awesome in helping me advance my health care

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-12

Very comprehensive explanation of my particular situation and the way forward

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-10

Excellent: knowledge , effective communications, shared decision making

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-10

Dr Kisner understands that I am a proactive patient that needs guidance and communication. Excellent doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-03

100% positive experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-02

Dr. Kesner was thoughtful and thorough during the examination. Wonderful doctor!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-25

Both Doctors were excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-20

Doctor was aware of my pain level and took her examination carefully .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-25

My doctor is very understanding thank you Mrs. Vita I will be back

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-20

Shout out to Doctor Tavi Kesner and her team!!! Excellent work, I felt like they really cared about my mom, and our family. THANK YOU, SO MUCH!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-11

See previous comments. Dr Kesner seemed truly interested in helping me get answers regarding my condition. I feel confident that we've come to the right place.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-14

Good

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-08

I didn't like our last conversation that we had at my last visit. I don't like to be forced or criticized if I'm not comfortable in getting certain treatments. I understand that the doctors are here to help us, however I should not be told that if I don't comply that I won't be considered a patient of theirs anymore. Not nice.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-20

Very generous with timeExcellent explanations of my problem.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-19

I was rushed out of the office after exam Didn't given time for my questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-18

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-12

Top notch neurologist and staff. I have my autoimmune for thirty years and Dr. Kesner is the most knowledgeable I had.

2 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-12

Disappointing. I left with no new information and couldn't even get a referral to the movement disorder clinic. I'm in a wheelchair and they told me to go upstairs and ask about an appointment on my own.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-05

Doctor was thorough and an advocate for the proper treatment I need.

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-28

Rude

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-26

Everything went well very professional

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-21

Excellent physician. Very confident of treatment. Great repour.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-25

None better. Very thorough, professional, empathetic, and concerned for my health. Goes an extra measure that generates my confidence and respect.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-16

Dr Kesner and her colleague listened and made me feel very comfortable with sharing personal insights and thoughts about why was there.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-08

The resident and doctor were both very good and answered our questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-24

Dr Vita Kesner is someone I have great confidence in understanding my health concerns. Wonderful doctor!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

I had double vision for 97 days and saw numerous doctors none of which fixed my problem until I was approved to see Doctor Kesner.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-29

The resident was outstanding and very caring. The attending was very professional but this is a life-altering condition and I would have appreciated more interaction from her explaining the mediucation options, any necessary life adjustments moving forward, and her sitting down with me to respond to questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-18

Explained things for me that I didn't understand about MG and gave me ways to find more information about my kind of MG

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-11

Impressive and the team made every effort to help with my requests. Great job by pros.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-30

Dr. Kesner was very thorough and informative.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-25

Incredible attention to details and my questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-23

I love this team. Dr. Gill & Dr. Ketner are amazing. Made me feel like the cared about me as a person.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-21

Dr. Spoke with Intern and technician so I couldn't hear what she was saying. Whenever I asked, she generalized.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-30

Very pleased with Dr. Kesner for her care and knowledge of my condition

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-21

Excellent Doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-18

She is very knowledgeable. I just wish there would be a better solution more than just pain management.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-02

Amazing doctor and I see many!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-21

A great visit '

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-20

Dr. Kesner and Dr. Abram were good listeners, thorough in examination, and didn't dismiss my oncerns outright and took time to show they cared. Thank you

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-01

Very warm, considerate, made sure I understood my test results and my options at each stage of treatment.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-12

Very good experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-13

Very thorough.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-11

Excellent service, excellent staff

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-06

Dr Kesner is the best neurologist I've had

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-27

Care is excellent. MD listens to my opinions as to care and medicine

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-27

Great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-13

Excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-09

Dr. Kesner is great. She shows genuine concern and encourages me to take my meds and attend my schedules appointments. She is attentive to my concerns and does not rush through my visit.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-27

Love my doctor. Very thorough and caringRough and caring

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-25

My problem fell in the 'idiopathic' category, so there were no obvious causes of the problem. However, Dr. Kesner did order some tests that I think were aimed to interrogate the immune system. Test results are pending

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-20

Super excellent service

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-16

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-10

Doctor, Fellow and nurse were excellent.

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Clinical Neurophysiology, 2008
  • Residency: University Hospitals of Cleveland, Neurology, 2007
  • Internship: North General Hospital, Internal Medicine, 2004
  • Residency: Donetsk Medical University, Otolaryngology, 1995
  • Medical Education: Donetsk Medical University, MD, 1992

Board Certifications

  • Clinical Neurophysiology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2009
  • Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2008

Professional Memberships

  • American Academy of Neurology
    American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine