Your Care at Winship
Our healthcare teams are dedicated to providing the best care and newest, most effective treatments for lung cancer patients.
Winship draws upon Emory's vast resources in thoracic surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, surgical oncology, pathology and pulmonology, in order to deliver a comprehensive and coordinated approach to treating lung cancer.
Our multidisciplinary care teams include pathologists, radiologists, nurse navigators, and support oncology staff. These teams develop personalized care plans based on the most current discoveries in lung and other aerodigestive cancer treatment and research, such as genetic or molecular testing for specific gene mutations that can be targeted by new therapies.
By concentrating on a specific cancer type, our teams offer you the highest level of experience and expertise in lung and aerodigestive cancer care.
Benefits of our multidisciplinary team approach include:
- Access to doctors who rank among the top lung cancer experts in the world.
- Access to Emory University Hospital and Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, both of which earned a high performing rating in lung cancer surgery by U.S. News & World Report.
- Weekly review of patient cases by the full team of experts.
- Coordinated scheduling for appointments among various specialties.
- Lung cancer treatment and research specifically for the elderly.
- Access to support programs and groups for you and your caregivers.
- Availability of new cutting-edge treatment options within our clinical trials program.
Request an Appointment
If you have been diagnosed with lung cancer, we are ready to help you. Call us at 1 (888) 946-7447 or (404) 778-1900 to make an appointment with a lung cancer specialist. Winship experts are available to provide a second opinion.
We understand that this is a very stressful time. We welcome your questions and requests for help. Here is more information to help familiarize you with Winship and give you an idea of what to expect on your first visit.
Diagnosing Your Lung Cancer
Primary lung cancer, or cancer that starts in the lungs, is divided into two main types based on which cell type is affected.
Non-small cell lung cancer or NSCLC is the most common type of lung cancer and accounts for 85% of lung cancer cases. There are three main subtypes of NSCLC, which are categorized based on their similar treatment options and outcomes.
Small cell lung cancer or SCLC, accounting for 10 to 15% of cases, is treated differently and has a different prognosis. This type generally grows more quickly and is more likely to spread to other parts of the body.
Other types of lung cancer are rare and account for only a small percentage of cases, such as lung carcinoid tumors and mesothelioma, a rare type of cancer most commonly linked with asbestos exposure.
At Winship, we use the very latest in precision medicine. We utilize state-of-the-art technology to test tumor tissues for a variety of gene mutations in patients with lung cancer, and use the results to select treatment options. By conducting thorough molecular testing of the tumor, we are able to match the treatments that are most likely to work for each patient.
Screening for Lung Cancer
There are many different tests and scans used to determine the presence, type and stage of lung cancer. Your doctor should determine which method or methods would be best for you.
Emory Healthcare offers lung computed tomography, or CT, screening at all Winship locations. Additionally, Emory University Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown have been designated Lung Cancer Screening Centers by the American College of Radiology.
The Emory Healthcare Lung CT Screening Program provides low-radiation-dose CT screening for patients with a significant history of tobacco use. For more information on lung CT screening, call (404) 686-5864 (LUNG).
Emory Healthcare is the first in Georgia to use a robotic-assisted endoluminal platform for minimally invasive peripheral lung biopsy. Known as ION, the state-of-the-art mobile 3D imaging system with a robotic-assisted bronchoscopy enables our care teams to diagnose lung cancers earlier and less invasively. The mobile C-arm imaging system, called Cios Spin, allows doctors to pinpoint the exact location of a suspicious lung nodule.
ION Robotic Assisted Endoluminal Bronchoscopy is available at Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown and Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
Your Treatment Options
Treatment plans are individualized based on the diagnosis, stage and genetic makeup of your lung cancer. Winship performs molecular screening tests to determine the genetic makeup of your cancer and evaluate if new therapies can help in your treatment.
Your treatment options may vary, but in most cases one or a combination of the following methods will be used:
Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy is the use of drugs to kill or slow the growth of cancer cells. Physicians give these drugs based on the stage of the tumor. Chemotherapy may be used in combination with radiation and surgery to treat lung cancer.
Radiation therapy: Radiation is the use of high-energy x-rays or other types of radiation to kill cancer cells. Physicians may use radiation by itself to treat lung cancer or to shrink tumors before surgery. Radiation therapy is given based on the stage of the tumor.
Proton therapy: Proton therapy is the next generation of radiation oncology. It uses protons to precisely treat cancerous tumors throughout the body while minimizing the potential toxicity to surrounding normal tissues. The Emory Proton Therapy Center is the only center of its kind in Georgia to offer patients access to this advanced radiation therapy. Learn about proton therapy for lung cancer.
Surgery: Physicians may remove parts of the lung(s) and nearby affected tissues. Minimally invasive thoracic surgery, which allows for a quicker recovery, is an option for some patients.
Targeted Therapy: For certain patients with lung cancer, we use targeted treatments that are highly specific to the patient's cancer. The targeted treatments are often available in pill form, so patients can take them on their own at home.
Immunotherapy: This type of treatment uses medications to help your body's immune system recognize cancer cells and enhance its ability to tackle them. Immunotherapy is a promising area of medicine for some patients with lung cancer.
Clinical Trials
Every year, more cancer clinical trials at Winship are taking advantage of new findings on the effectiveness of immunotherapy, especially for cancers that have spread. We currently have several clinical trials with immune-modulating agents available for the treatment of patients with NSCLC and SCLC.
Consider talking with your doctor about participating in a clinical trial at Winship. Through these trials, you may have access to treatments for various types of lung cancer that are not widely available.
Supportive Oncology Care
In addition to delivering the highest quality medical care, we recognize the importance of the psychological and emotional aspects of living with a cancer diagnosis and of dealing with treatment. Our supportive oncology team addresses these issues in a timely manner with additional support from counselors, nurse navigators, dietitians and social service professionals.
Your Treatment Team
- Physicians
- Physician Diagnosticians
- Nurse Navigators
- Adv Practice
- Nurses
- Support Services
- Clinical Trials
- All
Suresh S. Ramalingam MD, FACP, FASCO
- Medical Oncologist
Suresh S. Ramalingam MD, FACP, FASCO
- As Executive Director, Dr. Ramalingam leads the growth and development of cancer research, clinical care, and education at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.
- Executive Director, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Ahmad H. Al-Hajj MD
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Ahmad H. Al-Hajj MD
- Dr. Al-Hajj is a community oncologist treating patients with cancer at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Fatemeh Ardeshir MD, MSc
- Medical Oncologist
Fatemeh Ardeshir MD, MSc
- A medical oncologist, Dr. Ardeshir specializes in the care of patients with lung cancer, mesothelioma, and thymic malignancies.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Blythe Argenbright LMSW
- Social Worker
Blythe Argenbright LMSW
- Ms. Argenbright works with radiation oncology patients who have received proton therapy treatment.
- Social Worker, Radiation Oncology, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- Proton-SocialWork@emoryhealthcare.org
- (877) 621-1820
Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C
- Social Worker
Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C
- Ms. Arnold works with patients of all cancer types providing resource referrals and counseling services.
- Social Worker, Medical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Wendy Baer MD
- Psychiatric Oncologist
Wendy Baer MD
- Dr. Baer helps patients and their families deal with the stress of receiving a cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment.
- Director of Psychiatric Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Tiffany Barrett MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Nutrition Advisor
Tiffany Barrett MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Ms. Barrett leads the nutritional services team at all Winship locations providing personalized nutrition advice to patients who are undergoing cancer treatment.
- Manager of Winship Dietitians, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- tiffany.barrett@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-5646
Anna Bausum ND
- Integrative Oncology Specialist
Anna Bausum ND
- Dr. Bausum supports patients with cancer by incorporating a variety of integrative medicine tools alongside patients' conventional oncology care regimens.
- Integrative Oncology Specialist, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- integrativeoncology@emory.edu
- (404) 778-0600
Zachary L. Bercu MD, RPVI
- Interventional Radiologist
Zachary L. Bercu MD, RPVI
- Dr. Bercu's clinical specialties include vascular and interventional radiology.
- Assistant Program Director for Interventional Radiology Residency and Fellowship Program, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4747
David M. Berkowitz MD
- Pulmonologist
David M. Berkowitz MD
- Dr. Berkowitz is a pulmonologist and Emory University faculty member who works with our lung cancer treatment team to deliver high-quality care to Winship patients.
- Director, Interventional Pulmonology Program, Emory University Hospital Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3261
Eugene A. Berkowitz MD, PhD
- Radiologist
Eugene A. Berkowitz MD, PhD
- A board certified diagnostic radiologist, Dr. Berkowitz practices at Emory University Hospital and Grady Memorial Hospital.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- eberkow@emory.edu
- (404) 686-5864
Morgan Bettini MS, RD, LD, E-RYT
- Nutrition Advisor
Morgan Bettini MS, RD, LD, E-RYT
- Ms. Bettini has a passion for connecting with patients through evidence based nutrition.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- morgan.bettini@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 251-0745
Whitney Bond RD, LD
- Nutrition Advisor
Whitney Bond RD, LD
- Ms. Bond offers personalized nutrition advice to optimize health throughout the stages of cancer, from diagnosis to survivorship.
- Registered Dietitian, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- whitney.e.bond@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Laura Brachman MD
- Palliative Care Specialist
Laura Brachman MD
- Dr. Brachman provides patients with cancer with relief from their symptoms and helps improve their quality of life throughout their journey.
- Assistant Medical Director, Outpatient Palliative and Supportive Care, Emory Healthcare
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Nikita Burke LCSW
- Social Worker
Nikita Burke LCSW
- Ms. Burke works with Winship's medical oncology, radiation oncology and surgical oncology teams to provide psychosocial support to patients
- Social Worker, Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Catherine Caprara Braga MSN, AGACNP-BC
- Nurse Practitioner
Catherine Caprara Braga MSN, AGACNP-BC
- Ms. Caprara serves as lead nurse practitioner and co-investigator on early drug development trials in the Phase 1 Clinical Trials Unit at Winship.
- Lead Nurse Practitioner, Phase I Unit, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Jennifer W. Carlisle MD
- Medical Oncologist
Jennifer W. Carlisle MD
- A medical oncologist, Dr. Carlisle specializes in the care of patients with lung cancer, mesothelioma, and thymic malignancies.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Hilary G. Cohen LCSW, OSW-C
- Social Worker
Hilary G. Cohen LCSW, OSW-C
- Ms. Cohen works with patients treated for all types of malignancies and disorders that may need consideration for radiation treatment.
- Social Worker, Radiation Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Hannah H. Collins NP
- Nurse Practitioner
Hannah H. Collins NP
- Ms. Collins is a Nurse Practitioner for the Phase I Clinical Trial Unit at Winship Cancer Institute.
- Phase I Clinical Trials Nurse Practitioner, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Kimberly A. Curseen MD
- Supportive Oncologist
Kimberly A. Curseen MD
- Board certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Palliative Care, Dr. Curseen is the primary provider for the Supportive Oncology Clinic at Winship.
- Director, Palliative Medicine Program, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Amir H. Davarpanah MD
- Radiologist
Amir H. Davarpanah MD
- Dr. Davarpanah is a board certified abdominal and cardiothoracic radiologist with a focus on oncologic imaging and cardiac MRI.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- amir.davarpanah@emory.edu
- (404) 778-9729
Samantha Dyar LMSW, MBE
- Social Services
Samantha Dyar LMSW, MBE
- As a social worker, Ms. Dyar offers support to medical oncology patients.
- Oncology Social Worker, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Faramarz Edalat MD
- Interventional Radiologist
Faramarz Edalat MD
- Dr. Edalat specializes in liver, kidney, lung, and bone tumor ablation, chemoembolization and radioembolization of liver tumors.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4747
Adrien Edoo MTS
- Spiritual Health Provider
Adrien Edoo MTS
- Adrien provides spiritual and emotional support for oncology patients and their caregivers.
- Spiritual Health Clinician and Fellow, Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- adrien.nikki.edoo@emory.edu
- (404) 991-8429
Badi El Osta MD
- Medical Oncologist
Badi El Osta MD
- Dr. El Osta's clinical expertise includes head and neck, and thoracic medical oncology.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Felix G. Fernandez MD
- Thoracic Surgeon
Felix G. Fernandez MD
- Dr. Fernandez specializes in the minimally invasive surgical treatment of thoracic malignancies.
- Professor, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3629
Seth D. Force MD
- Thoracic Surgeon
Seth D. Force MD
- Dr. Force has a national reputation as an outstanding thoracic surgeon whose research focuses on outcomes in lung transplantation and thoracic diseases.
- Surgical Director, Thoracic Oncology Program, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3629
Heather G. Gatcombe MD
- Radiation Oncologist
Heather G. Gatcombe MD
- Dr. Gatcombe practices general radiation oncology at Emory Decatur Hospital and Emory Hillandale Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 501-6925
Jamie M. Goldman MD
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Jamie M. Goldman MD
- Dr. Goldman practices general medical oncology and hematology with a focus on treating patients with genitourinary cancer at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Tara Hearn LMSW
- Social Worker
Tara Hearn LMSW
- Ms. Hearn provides clinical social work to patients at various Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University locations.
- Social Worker, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C
- Nurse Practitioner
Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C
- Ms. Hitron is a Nurse Practitioner in the Phase I Clinical Trial Unit at Winship Cancer Institute.
- Phase I Clinical Trials Nurse Practitioner, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Rizza Hohenstern MPS, CSD
- Spiritual Health Provider
Rizza Hohenstern MPS, CSD
- Rizza provides spiritual and emotional support for oncology patients and their caregivers.
- Spiritual Health Clinician and Fellow, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- rizza.bella.ibanez.hohenstern@emory.edu
- (404) 778-1900
Emily M. Huskey RD, CSO, LD
- Nutrition Advisor
Emily M. Huskey RD, CSO, LD
- A Registered Dietitian, Ms. Huskey provides cancer patients who are undergoing treatment at Winship Cancer Institute with personalized nutrition advice.
- Registered Dietitian, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- emily.huskey@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4526
Cengiz Inal MD
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Cengiz Inal MD
- Dr. Inal treats oncology and hematology patients with a wide array of malignancies.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Wissam S. Jaber MD
- Pulmonologist
Wissam S. Jaber MD
- Dr. Jaber is a pulmonologist specializing in interventional pulmonology, pulmonary medicine and critical care.
- Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2505
Jaishree Jagirdar MBBS
- Pathologist
Jaishree Jagirdar MBBS
- Dr. Jagirdar is an anatomic pathologist with expertise in thoracic pathology.
- Associate Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- jjagird@emory.edu
- (404) 778-1900
Jeffrey Javidfar MD
- Thoracic Surgeon
Jeffrey Javidfar MD
- Dr. Javidfar specializes in lung cancer surgery, end-stage lung disease, venovenous and venoarterial ECMO, benign lung disease surgery, and bronchial and tracheal surgery.
- Associate Professor of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3629
Shannon Kahn MD
- Radiation Oncologist
Shannon Kahn MD
- Specializing in Gamma Knife radiosurgery, Dr. Kahn treats many cancers including breast, brain and thoracic cancer.
- Medical Director of Radiation Oncology, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (678) 843-7004
Allison Kamm MSN, NP
- Nurse Practitioner
Allison Kamm MSN, NP
- Ms. Kamm collaborates with physicians to care for patients undergoing treatment at Emory Proton Therapy Center.
- Nurse Practitioner, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- proton-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 251-2960
Sandra Karem LCSW
- Social Services
Sandra Karem LCSW
- Ms. Karem works with patients of all cancer types providing resource referrals and counseling services.
- Social Worker, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Rachel Keller MS, RD, CSO, LDN
- Nutrition Advisor
Rachel Keller MS, RD, CSO, LDN
- Ms. Keller offers advice and counseling to help patients optimize their health and nutrition from diagnosis to survivorship.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- rachel.keller@emoryhealthcare.org
- (678) 843-7115
Aparna Kesarwala MD, PhD
- Radiation Oncologist
Aparna Kesarwala MD, PhD
- Dr. Kesarwala treats patients with thoracic malignancies at Emory University Hospital Midtown.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Ashish Khanna MD
- Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist
Ashish Khanna MD
- Dr. Khanna focuses on the identification and treatment of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and other issues resulting from cancer and related treatments.
- Director of Cancer Rehabilitation, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Onkar V. Khullar MD, MSc
- Thoracic Surgeon
Onkar V. Khullar MD, MSc
- Dr. Khullar specializes in thoracic oncology and minimally invasive thoracic surgery.
- Associate Professor of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2515
Susan K. Kunihiro MD
- Palliative Care Specialist
Susan K. Kunihiro MD
- Dr. Kunihiro works to improve quality of life for patients with cancer, no matter the stage of illness - from initial diagnosis, during treatment, in remission or closer to end of life.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Ticiana Leal MD
- Medical Oncologist
Ticiana Leal MD
- Dr. Leal specializes in the care of patients with lung cancer, mesothelioma and thymic malignancies.
- Director, Thoracic Medical Oncology Program, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Jung-hoon Lee MD
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Jung-hoon Lee MD
- Dr. Lee sees oncology and hematology patients at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and The Emory Clinic at Buford
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Melissa Lester LCSW
- Social Services
Melissa Lester LCSW
- A social worker and EFTi Tapping Trainer, Ms. Lester works with radiation oncology patients who have received proton therapy treatment.
- Social Worker, Radiation Oncology, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- Proton-SocialWork@emoryhealthcare.org
- (877) 621-1820
Rupeng Li MD, PhD
- Pain Management Specialist
Rupeng Li MD, PhD
- Dr. Li works with care teams at Winship to treat chronic pain symptoms in patients with cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- rupeng.li@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Meredith Maxwell MD
- Palliative Care Specialist
Meredith Maxwell MD
- Dr. Maxwell collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team at Winship to help patients address symptoms and improve their quality of life during their journey with cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Joy McCall LCSW, OSW-C
- Social Worker
Joy McCall LCSW, OSW-C
- A licensed clinical social worker, Ms. McCall works with the medical oncology teams and their patients.
- Social Worker, Medical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Andrea McCarthy NP-C
- Nurse Practitioner
Andrea McCarthy NP-C
- Ms. McCarthy cares for oncology patients and their families undergoing treatment at Emory Proton Therapy Center.
- Nurse Practitioner, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- proton-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 251-2960
Mark McDonald MD
- Radiation Oncologist
Mark McDonald MD
- Dr. McDonald specializes in the treatment of head and neck, gastrointestinal and lung cancers, skull base tumors, and tumors of the brain and spine, as well as proton therapy.
- Medical Director, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- proton-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- 1 (833) 3PROTON (377-6866)
Kendelle Miller MSW, LCSW, ACM-SW
- Social Worker
Kendelle Miller MSW, LCSW, ACM-SW
- Ms. Miller works with the medical oncology, hematology and radiation oncology teams to provide clinical social services for patients with cancer.
- Social Worker, Outpatient Oncology, Emory Decatur Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Stephanie L. Moody LMSW
- Social Services
Stephanie L. Moody LMSW
- As a Winship at Emory Midtown care team member, Mrs. Moody provides counseling and support services for patients with cancer.
- Oncology Social Worker, Winship at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Neela Natarajan MD
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Neela Natarajan MD
- A board certified medical oncologist, Dr. Natarajan sees patients with cancer at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Janice M. Newsome MD, FSIR
- Interventional Radiologist
Janice M. Newsome MD, FSIR
- Dr. Newsome's clinical specialties include uterine fibroid embolization, ablative and catheter-directed treatments for cancer, among others.
- Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4747
Abesh Niroula MBBS, MD
- Pulmonologist
Abesh Niroula MBBS, MD
- An interventional pulmonologist, Dr. Niroula's clinical interests include diagnosis, staging and management of lung cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2505
Sonal Oza MD
- Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist
Sonal Oza MD
- Dr. Oza is a board-certified physician in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) with fellowship training in cancer rehabilitation medicine.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Suchita Pakkala MD
- Medical Oncologist
Suchita Pakkala MD
- Dr. Pakkala specializes in treating patients with breast cancer and thoracic malignancies such as lung cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Sandra Parker NP-C
- Nurse Practitioner
Sandra Parker NP-C
- Ms. Parker is an advanced registered nurse practitioner in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- Nurse Practitioner, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- referrals@radonc.emory.org
- (678) 843-7004
Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA
- Radiation Oncologist
Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA
- Dr. Patel treats patients with gynecologic, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, head and neck, and thoracic malignancies, and sarcoma, and specializes in brachytherapy and stereotactic body radiotherapy.
- Medical Director, Radiation Oncology, Emory Decatur Hospital and Emory Hillandale Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Caroline Peacock DMin, LCSW, MDiv
- Spiritual Health Provider
Caroline Peacock DMin, LCSW, MDiv
- Dr. Peacock leads the Winship Spiritual Health Team in the work of offering compassionate, inclusive, supportive, evidence based care to patients, families and staff.
- Director of Spiritual Health, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- caroline.peacock@emory.edu
- (404) 778-8029
M. Yawar J. Qadri MD, PhD
- Pain Management Specialist
M. Yawar J. Qadri MD, PhD
- A cancer pain management expert, Dr. Qadri collaborates with oncologists at Winship to treat patients with cancer suffering from chronic pain symptoms.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- yawar.qadri@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Natalie A. Ridge DO, MS
- Radiation Oncologist
Natalie A. Ridge DO, MS
- Dr. Ridge practices general radiation oncology and specializes in the treatment of breast and lung cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Margaret A. Riso MD
- Pain Management Specialist
Margaret A. Riso MD
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- margaret.ann.riso@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Missy Roberts MDiv
- Spiritual Health Provider
Missy Roberts MDiv
- Missy provides spiritual and emotional support for oncology patients and their caregivers.
- Spiritual Health Clinician and Fellow, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- melissa.roberts2@emory.edu
- (404) 778-1900
Hiromi Terawaki Rosselli MD
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Hiromi Terawaki Rosselli MD
- Dr. Rosselli specializes in diagnosing and treating a number of types of cancers with an interest in breast cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 501-7040
Nabil F. Saba MD, FACP
- Medical Oncologist
Nabil F. Saba MD, FACP
- Dr. Saba is an internationally recognized expert in head and neck cancer.
- Co-Director, Head and Neck Cancer Multidisciplinary Program, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0278
Manu S. Sancheti MD, FACS
- Thoracic Surgeon
Manu S. Sancheti MD, FACS
- Dr. Sancheti specializes in thoracic oncology, minimally invasive robotic thoracic surgery and esophageal surgery.
- Director, Robotic Thoracic Surgery, Emory Healthcare
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-7200
Frank Schneider MD
- Pathologist
Frank Schneider MD
- Dr. Schneider is an anatomic pathologist with special expertise in cardiopulmonary pathology.
- Scientific Director, Cancer Tissue and Pathology Shared Resource, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- frank.schneider@emory.edu
- (404) 712-5947
Nikhil T. Sebastian MD
- Radiation Oncologist
Nikhil T. Sebastian MD
- Dr. Sebastian specializes in the treatment of prostate and other genitourinary cancers, and lung cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Jay Shelton MD
- Radiation Oncologist
Jay Shelton MD
- Located at the Loughlin Radiation Oncology Center at Grady, Dr. Shelton treats lung and genitourinary cancer patients.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 616-6343
Vinita Singh MD, MS
- Pain Management Specialist
Vinita Singh MD, MS
- Dr. Singh collaborates with oncologists to provide state-of-the-art therapies to cancer patients suffering from pain symptoms.
- Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- vinita.singh@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Jesse A. Soodalter MD
- Palliative Care Specialist
Jesse A. Soodalter MD
- A palliative care specialist, Dr. Soodalter provides specialized outpatient medical care with a focus on relief from the symptoms and stress of cancer and other illnesses.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Conor E. Steuer MD
- Medical Oncologist
Conor E. Steuer MD
- Dr. Steuer's clinical specialties include thoracic and head and neck oncology.
- Associate Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0278
Arthur E. Stillman MD, PhD, FACR, FAHA
- Thoracic Radiologist
Arthur E. Stillman MD, PhD, FACR, FAHA
- A cardiothoracic radiologist, Dr. Stillman specializes in cardiovascular MRI and CT.
- Director, Cardiothoracic Imaging, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- aestill@emory.edu
- (404) 686-5864
William Stokes MD
- Radiation Oncologist
William Stokes MD
- Dr. Stokes practices general radiation oncology and specializes in the treatment of head and neck cancer, and lung cancer in addition to stereotactic body radiotherapy and proton therapy.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2391
Alison Sturgill MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Nutrition Advisor
Alison Sturgill MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Ms. Sturgill works with patients receiving proton therapy to optimize their health and nutrition during and after treatment.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- alison.sturgill@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-5646
Srinivas Sunkara MD
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Srinivas Sunkara MD
- Dr. Sunkara provides personalized care to patients with cancer at Emory Decatur Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Ajay Tadepalli MD
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Ajay Tadepalli MD
- Dr. Tadepalli is a community oncologist treating cancer patients at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and The Emory Clinic at Buford.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Horace Tang MD
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Horace Tang MD
- Located at Emory Decatur Hospital, Dr. Tang specializes in the treatment of patients with breast cancer, lung cancer and colon cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Sibo Tian MD
- Radiation Oncologist
Sibo Tian MD
- Dr. Tian specializes in the treatment of lung cancer, head and neck cancer, and sarcoma.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2391
Stefan Tigges MD, MSCR
- Thoracic Radiologist
Stefan Tigges MD, MSCR
- A board certified diagnostic radiologist, Dr. Tigges specializes in cardiothoracic imaging.
- Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- stigges@emory.edu
- (404) 686-5864
Anusha Vallurupalli MBBS
- Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
Anusha Vallurupalli MBBS
- Dr. Vallurupalli practices general medical oncology and hematology with a focus on treating hematological malignancies.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Karin Van Vlack
- Spiritual Health Provider
Karin Van Vlack
- Karin provides spiritual and emotional support to patients receiving proton therapy treatment and palliative care.
- Spiritual Health Clinician and Fellow, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- karin.elizabeth.van.vlack@emory.edu
- (404) 807-6791
Raymond Walker III MDiv, BCC, CCSH-RC
- Spiritual Health Provider
Raymond Walker III MDiv, BCC, CCSH-RC
- Raymond provides administrative leadership to the Winship Spiritual Health Team, supporting and assisting in their work of compassionate and inclusive care of patients, staff, and their loved ones.
- Process Improvement Specialist III, Senior Spiritual Health Clinician, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- raymond.walker@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Pepper Wilson RD, LD, CSO
- Nutrition Advisor
Pepper Wilson RD, LD, CSO
- Mrs. Wilson provides individualized nutrition care to optimize health throughout the stages of cancer, from diagnosis to survivorship.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Johns Creek Hospital
- pepper.wilson@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 293-5837
Nan Xiang MD
- Pain Management Specialist
Nan Xiang MD
- Dr. Xiang specializes in managing chronic pain symptoms for patients with cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- nan.xiang@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
David Yu MD, PhD
- Radiation Oncologist
David Yu MD, PhD
- A radiation oncologist, Dr. Yu specializes in treating head and neck, breast and lung cancers at Loughlin Radiation Oncology Center at Grady.
- Jerome Landry MD Chair of Cancer Biology and Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Ali J. Zarrabi MD
- Palliative Oncologist
Ali J. Zarrabi MD
- Dr. Zarrabi provides physical, emotional, and spiritual care for patients living with serious illness.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448