Esophageal Cancer

When you come to Winship Cancer Institute for esophageal cancer treatment, you have a multidisciplinary team of experts dedicated to your well-being. To request an appointment, call (404) 778-0032.

Winship Cancer Institute offers a comprehensive team of multidisciplinary specialists who treat esophageal cancer.

They include gastroenterologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists and medical oncologists. They offer state-of-the-art evaluation and treatment within the confines of a National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center.

The benefits of our multidisciplinary and highly experienced teams include:

  • Access to doctors and surgeons who rank among the top cancer experts in the world.
  • Diagnostic specialists in endoscopic ultrasound.
  • Thoracic surgeons specializing in minimally invasive treatments.
  • Expertise in esophageal stenting.
  • Weekly review of patient cases by the full team of experts.
  • Coordinated scheduling for appointments among various specialties.
  • Access to support services and programs for you and your caregivers.
  • Availability of new treatment options through clinical trials in radiation and systemic therapy.

Request an Appointment

If you have been diagnosed with esophageal cancer, we are ready to help you. Call us at (404) 778-0032. 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. Learn what to expect on your first visit.

Diagnosis of esophageal cancer takes into consideration many factors including risk associated with a patient’s lifestyle and pre-existing conditions.

Smoking and alcohol consumption are major risk factors for squamous cell carcinoma, a subtype of esophageal cancer that begins in the cell lining. Esophageal adenocarcinoma begins in the cells that make mucus and other fluids. The incidence has dramatically increased in recent years, especially among young men.

Watch the video for an explanation on the importance of early detection by Winship specialist Seth Force, MD.

The following tests may be used during diagnosis:

  • Barium swallow: a patient drinks a liquid that contains barium. The substance coats the esophagus and x-rays are taken
  • Esophagoscopy: a thin, lighted scope is inserted through the mouth or nose and down the throat into the esophagus to look for abnormal areas
  • Biopsy: a biopsy is usually done during an esophagoscopy

The stage of your disease indicates how much it has spread through the layers of the wall of your esophagus and whether it has spread to other organs and lymph nodes. Early stage cancer is disease limited to the esophageal wall and the adjacent lymph nodes. Late stage cancer indicates spread to other organs like liver, lung or bone. Determining the stage of your cancer will affect your treatment plan. Your Winship care team may use one or more tests and procedures to determine the stage of your cancer including a blood test, biopsy, colonoscopy, endoscopic ultrasound and imaging tests.

Endoscopic ultrasound is a procedure that determines the stage of esophageal cancer in a patient. This method uses a high frequency ultrasound transducer to provide detailed images of esophageal mass and its relationship with the five-layered structure of the esophageal wall.

One or more of the following types of treatment may be used:

Surgery: Surgery is used for patients with early stage disease. Surgery options range from minimally invasive procedures such as endoscopic resection or laparoscopic esophageal resection to more traditional open surgical resections. Surgery may be performed after radiation and chemotherapy in selected cases. The management of early stage esophageal cancer requires the collaboration of a specialized multidisciplinary team that includes surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and radiologists.

Watch the video for a description of surgical options for esophageal cancer by Winship specialist Seth Force, MD.

Chemotherapy: Chemotherapy drugs kill or slow the growth of cancer cells. Chemotherapy may be used in combination with surgery or radiation to maximize the treatment. In addition to standard chemotherapy, participating in a clinical trial may be an option in certain cases. Clinical trials provide patients access to new medications that are being developed to treat esophageal cancer.

Radiation therapy: Various forms of radiotherapy including proton therapy, radiofrequency ablation, Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy (IMRT) and esophageal brachytherapy may be used as treatment for esophageal cancer.

Targeted therapies: Winship’s most promising research in treating esophageal cancer is in personalized medicine and targeted therapies. In personalized medicine, researchers identify unique characteristics of tumors that make them vulnerable to known drugs so therapy can be tailored to an individual’s cancer. In targeted therapies, investigators look for new drugs that more selectively target cancer cells with fewer side effects.

Clinical Trials

In addition to standard therapy, participating in clinical trials may be an option in certain cases. Clinical trials provide patients access to new medications that are being developed to treat esophageal cancer. Consider talking with your doctor about participating in a clinical trial at Winship.

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.

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Olatunji B. Alese MD

  • Medical Oncologist
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Olatunji B. Alese MD

Olatunji B. Alese MD

Ahmad H. Al-Hajj MD

  • Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
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                                 Ahmad H. Al-Hajj MD
Ahmad H. Al-Hajj MD

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C

  • Social Worker
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                                 Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C
Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C

Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C

Wendy Baer MD

  • Psychiatric Oncologist
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                                 Wendy Baer MD
Wendy Baer MD

Wendy Baer MD

Anna Bausum ND

  • Integrative Oncology Specialist
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                                 Anna Bausum ND
Anna Bausum ND

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
  • (404) 778-0600

Laura Brachman MD

  • Palliative Care Specialist
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Laura Brachman MD

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
  • (404) 778-6448

Valerie Buckley MS, CSO, RD, LD

  • Nutrition Advisor
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                                 Valerie Buckley MS, CSO, RD, LD
Valerie Buckley MS, CSO, RD, LD

Valerie Buckley MS, CSO, RD, LD

  • A Registered Dietitian, Ms. Buckley provides cancer patients who are undergoing treatment at Winship Cancer Institute with personalized nutrition advice.
  • Clinical Dietitian, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
  • (404) 778-0296

Catherine Caprara Braga MSN, AGACNP-BC

  • Nurse Practitioner
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                                 Catherine Caprara Braga MSN, AGACNP-BC
Catherine Caprara Braga MSN, AGACNP-BC

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Hilary G. Cohen LCSW, OSW-C

  • Social Worker
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Hilary G. Cohen LCSW, OSW-C

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Hannah H. Collins NP

  • Nurse Practitioner
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Hannah H. Collins NP

Hannah H. Collins NP

Kimberly A. Curseen MD

  • Supportive Oncologist
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                                 Kimberly A. Curseen MD
Kimberly A. Curseen MD

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
  • (404) 778-6448

Sunil W. Dutta MD

  • Radiation Oncologist
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Sunil W. Dutta MD

Sunil W. Dutta MD

Frank Eady LMSW

  • Social Worker
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Frank Eady LMSW

Frank Eady LMSW

Adrien Edoo MTS

  • Spiritual Health Provider
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                                 Adrien Edoo MTS
Adrien Edoo MTS

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
  • (404) 991-8429

Felix G. Fernandez MD

  • Thoracic Surgeon
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Felix G. Fernandez MD

Felix G. Fernandez MD

Seth D. Force MD

  • Thoracic Surgeon
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Seth D. Force MD

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
  • (404) 778-3629

Olumide B. Gbolahan MBBS, MSc

  • Medical Oncologist
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                                 Olumide B. Gbolahan MBBS, MSc
Olumide B. Gbolahan MBBS, MSc

Olumide B. Gbolahan MBBS, MSc

  • Dr. Gbolahan specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers, particularly biliary tract, liver and pancreatic malignancies.
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-0032

Jamie M. Goldman MD

  • Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
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                                 Jamie M. Goldman MD
Jamie M. Goldman MD

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Lindsay M. Hannan MD, MSc

  • Medical Oncologist
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                                 Lindsay M. Hannan MD, MSc
Lindsay M. Hannan MD, MSc

Lindsay M. Hannan MD, MSc

  • Dr. Hannan specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers including hepatobiliary malignancies.
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-0032

Valerie Henderson MSW

  • Social Worker
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                                 Valerie Henderson MSW
Valerie Henderson MSW

Valerie Henderson MSW

Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C

  • Nurse Practitioner
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                                 Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C
Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C

Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C

Lisha Sheng Ho MPAS, PA-C

  • Physician Assistant
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                                 Lisha Sheng Ho MPAS, PA-C
Lisha Sheng Ho MPAS, PA-C

Lisha Sheng Ho MPAS, PA-C

  • Ms. Ho specializes in the care of patients with gastrointestinal cancers.
  • Physician Assistant, Surgical Oncology/Colorectal Surgery, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
  • (404) 778-3307

Rizza Hohenstern MPS, CSD

  • Spiritual Health Provider
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                                 Rizza Hohenstern MPS, CSD
Rizza Hohenstern MPS, CSD

Rizza Hohenstern MPS, CSD

Emily M. Huskey RD, CSO, LD

  • Nutrition Advisor
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                                 Emily M. Huskey RD, CSO, LD
Emily M. Huskey RD, CSO, LD

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
  • (404) 778-4526

Cengiz Inal MD

  • Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
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Cengiz Inal MD

Cengiz Inal MD

Jeffrey Javidfar MD

  • Thoracic Surgeon
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Jeffrey Javidfar MD

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
  • (404) 778-3629

Sujata Kane MS, RD, PA-C

  • Physician Assistant
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Sujata Kane MS, RD, PA-C

Sujata Kane MS, RD, PA-C

Sandra Karem LCSW

  • Social Services
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Sandra Karem LCSW

Sandra Karem LCSW

Steven Keilin MD, FASGE

  • Gastroenterologist
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Steven Keilin MD, FASGE

Steven Keilin MD, FASGE

  • An attending gastroenterologist with expertise in advanced endoscopy, Dr. Keilin works with Winship's gastrointestinal teams to deliver top cancer care.
  • Professor, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-3184

Ashish Khanna MD

  • Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist
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Ashish Khanna MD

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Onkar V. Khullar MD, MSc

  • Thoracic Surgeon
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                                 Onkar V. Khullar MD, MSc
Onkar V. Khullar MD, MSc

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
  • (404) 686-2515

David A. Kooby MD, FACS

  • Surgical Oncologist
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David A. Kooby MD, FACS

David A. Kooby MD, FACS

  • Dr. Kooby is involved in multicenter clinical research and is an international leader in minimally invasive pancreatic, liver and biliary tract surgery.
  • Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-3307

Susan K. Kunihiro MD

  • Palliative Care Specialist
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Susan K. Kunihiro MD

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
  • (404) 778-6448

Jung-hoon Lee MD

  • Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
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                                 Jung-hoon Lee MD
Jung-hoon Lee MD

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Rupeng Li MD, PhD

  • Pain Management Specialist
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                                 Rupeng Li MD, PhD
Rupeng Li MD, PhD

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
  • (404) 686-2410

Jolinta Lin MD

  • Radiation Oncologist
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                                 Jolinta Lin MD
Jolinta Lin MD

Jolinta Lin MD

  • Dr. Lin practices general radiation oncology and specializes in the treatment of breast and gastrointestinal cancer.
  • Associate Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-3473

Meredith Maxwell MD

  • Palliative Care Specialist
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                                 Meredith Maxwell MD
Meredith Maxwell MD

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
  • (404) 778-6448

Joy McCall LCSW, OSW-C

  • Social Worker
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                                 Joy  McCall LCSW, OSW-C
Joy McCall LCSW, OSW-C

Joy McCall LCSW, OSW-C

Mark McDonald MD

  • Radiation Oncologist
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                                 Mark McDonald MD
Mark McDonald MD

Mark McDonald MD

Kendelle Miller MSW, LCSW, ACM-SW

  • Social Worker
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                                 Kendelle Miller MSW, LCSW, ACM-SW
Kendelle Miller MSW, LCSW, ACM-SW

Kendelle Miller MSW, LCSW, ACM-SW

Neela Natarajan MD

  • Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
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                                 Neela Natarajan MD
Neela Natarajan MD

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Janice M. Newsome MD, FSIR

  • Interventional Radiologist
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                                 Janice M. Newsome MD, FSIR
Janice M. Newsome MD, FSIR

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
  • (404) 778-4747

Sonal Oza MD

  • Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist
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                                 Sonal Oza MD
Sonal Oza MD

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Sandra Parker NP-C

  • Nurse Practitioner
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                                 Sandra Parker NP-C
Sandra Parker NP-C

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
  • (678) 843-7004

Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA

  • Radiation Oncologist
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                                 Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA
Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA

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
  • (404) 778-3473

Caroline Peacock DMin, LCSW, MDiv

  • Spiritual Health Provider
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                                 Caroline Peacock DMin, LCSW, MDiv
Caroline Peacock DMin, LCSW, MDiv

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
  • (404) 778-8029

Beatrice T.B. Preti MD, MMEd

  • Medical Oncologist
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Beatrice T.B. Preti MD, MMEd

Beatrice T.B. Preti MD, MMEd

M. Yawar J. Qadri MD, PhD

  • Pain Management Specialist
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                                 M. Yawar J. Qadri MD, PhD
M. Yawar J. Qadri MD, PhD

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
  • (404) 686-2410

Margaret A. Riso MD

  • Pain Management Specialist
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                                 Margaret A. Riso MD
Margaret A. Riso MD

Margaret A. Riso MD

Missy Roberts MDiv

  • Spiritual Health Provider
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                                 Missy Roberts MDiv
Missy Roberts MDiv

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Brian S. Robinson MD, PhD

  • Pathologist
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Brian S. Robinson MD, PhD

Brian S. Robinson MD, PhD

  • A gastrointestinal pathologist, Dr. Robinson's clinical focus is in gastrointestinal and hepatic pathology.
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
  • 404-727-0988

Soumon Rudra MD

  • Radiation Oncologist
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                                 Soumon Rudra MD
Soumon Rudra MD

Soumon Rudra MD

Maria C. Russell MD

  • Surgical Oncologist
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                                 Maria C. Russell MD
Maria C. Russell MD

Maria C. Russell MD

  • A surgical expert in the care of complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary malignancies, Dr. Russell as Chief Quality Officer collaborates with Winship leadership on tracking and improving patient services and satisfaction as well as focusing on cancer outcomes.
  • Chief Quality Officer, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
  • (404) 686-1001

Nabil F. Saba MD, FACP

  • Medical Oncologist
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                                 Nabil F. Saba MD, FACP
Nabil F. Saba MD, FACP

Nabil F. Saba MD, FACP

Manu S. Sancheti MD, FACS

  • Thoracic Surgeon
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                                 Manu S. Sancheti MD, FACS
Manu S. Sancheti MD, FACS

Manu S. Sancheti MD, FACS

Mihir M. Shah MD

  • Surgical Oncologist
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                                 Mihir M. Shah MD
Mihir M. Shah MD

Mihir M. Shah MD

  • A board certified surgeon, Dr. Shah specializes in the surgical management of tumors of the liver, pancreas, biliary tree, stomach, esophagus, bile duct, small bowel and retroperitoneum.
  • Associate Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-3307

Vinita Singh MD, MS

  • Pain Management Specialist
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                                 Vinita Singh MD, MS
Vinita Singh MD, MS

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
  • (404) 686-2410

Jesse A. Soodalter MD

  • Palliative Care Specialist
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                                 Jesse A. Soodalter MD
Jesse A. Soodalter MD

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
  • (404) 778-6448

Charles A. Staley MD

  • Surgical Oncologist
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Charles A. Staley MD

Charles A. Staley MD

  • A leading expert in the care of colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal malignancies, Dr. Staley leads the surgical oncology team at Winship.
  • Chief, Division of Surgical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
  • (404) 778-0210

Conor E. Steuer MD

  • Medical Oncologist
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                                 Conor E. Steuer MD
Conor E. Steuer MD

Conor E. Steuer MD

Ajay Tadepalli MD

  • Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
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                                 Ajay Tadepalli MD
Ajay Tadepalli MD

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Amol M. Takalkar MD, MS, MBA, FACNM

  • Nuclear Radiologist
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                                 Amol M. Takalkar MD, MS, MBA, FACNM
Amol M. Takalkar MD, MS, MBA, FACNM

Amol M. Takalkar MD, MS, MBA, FACNM

  • Dr. Takalkar specializes in PET/CT probes and in targeted internal radiation therapies with therapeutic radionuclides.
  • Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-5364

Anusha Vallurupalli MBBS

  • Hematologist/Medical Oncologist
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                                 Anusha Vallurupalli MBBS
Anusha Vallurupalli MBBS

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Karin Van Vlack

  • Spiritual Health Provider
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                                 Karin Van Vlack
Karin Van Vlack

Karin Van Vlack

Raymond Walker III MDiv, BCC, CCSH-RC

  • Spiritual Health Provider
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                                 Raymond Walker III MDiv, BCC, CCSH-RC
Raymond Walker III MDiv, BCC, CCSH-RC

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
  • (404) 778-1900

Field F. Willingham MD, MPH

  • Gastroenterologist
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                                 Field F. Willingham MD, MPH
Field F. Willingham MD, MPH

Field F. Willingham MD, MPH

  • Dr. Willingham is a leading expert in interventional and therapeutic endoscopy, seeing patients for specialized procedures from the United States and abroad.
  • Director of Endoscopy, Division of Digestive Disease, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-3184

Joshua H. Winer MD

  • Surgical Oncologist
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                                 Joshua H. Winer MD
Joshua H. Winer MD

Joshua H. Winer MD

  • Dr. Winer's specialties include HIPEC, laparoscopic and robotic pancreas, liver, and gastric resections, and minimally invasive colon surgery.
  • Associate Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-3307

Nan Xiang MD

  • Pain Management Specialist
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                                 Nan Xiang MD
Nan Xiang MD

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
  • (404) 686-2410

Ali J. Zarrabi MD

  • Palliative Oncologist
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                                 Ali J. Zarrabi MD
Ali J. Zarrabi MD

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
  • (404) 778-6448

Wei Zheng MD, PhD

  • Pathologist
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                                 Wei Zheng MD, PhD
Wei Zheng MD, PhD

Wei Zheng MD, PhD

  • Dr. Zheng specializes in gastrointestinal and hepatic pathology.
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
  • (404) 778-1900
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