Giorgio Roccaro, MD, MSCE
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RoleTransplant Hepatology
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Research Program
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Practicing Since2014
Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (295 ratings)
Dr. Roccaro joined the Emory Transplant Center in 2018, and serves as Associate Professor of Medicine at the Emory University School of Medicine and as Medical Director of the Living Donor Liver Transplant Program and the Multidisciplinary Liver Cancer Clinic. Dr. Roccaro completed his medical degree at the SUNY Downstate College of Medicine, and then completed his internship and residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Subsequently, he completed clinical fellowships in Gastroenterology and Transplant Hepatology at the University of Pennsylvania, while also obtaining a Masters in Clinical Epidemiology. Dr. Roccaro’s clinical interests include hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), metabolism dysfunction associated liver disease (MASLD), and living donor liver transplantation. His research interest is improving survival for patients with hepatocellular carcinoma and following liver transplantation. Dr. Roccaro is board certified in internal medicine, gastroenterology, and transplant hepatology. He is an active member of the American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD) and on the editorial board for Liver Transplantation.
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Environmental research |
B Seo, H Wang, R Maguire, Y Liu, B Smith, K Haller, M Riggan, DV Conti, HJ Lenz, K Wegermann, A Planchart, G Roccaro, LS Miller, A Muir, SK Murphy, AM Moon, MA Troester, CA Moylan, JM Schildkraut, C Hoyo, JA Goodrich | 10/15/2025 |
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Clinical gastroenterology and hepatology : the official clinical practice journal of the American Gastroenterological Association |
ND Parikh, P Jones, R Salgia, I Bhan, LT Grinspan, JH Jou, K Zhou, P Jalal, G Roccaro, AS Rangnekar, JN Benhammou, A Pillai, N Mehta, J Wedd, JD Yang, AK Kim, A Duarte-Rojo, OO Oloruntoba, A Tevar, JS Au, Y Blain, S Rao, OA Catalano, S Lewis, M Mendiratta-Lala, K King, L Sachdev, EW Lee, J Bruno, I Kamel, C Tolosa, K Kao, T Badawi, EM Przybyszewski, L Quirk, P Nathani, B Haydel, E Leven, N Wong, R Albertian, A Chen, FZ Aloor, IB Mohamed, A Elkheshen, C Marvil, G Issac, JW Clinton, SM Woo, J Yum, E Rieger, AL Hutchison, DA Turner, M Alsudaney, P Hernandez, Z Xu, A Khalid, B Barrick, B Wang, EB Tapper, W Hao, AG Singal | 02/01/2025 |
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Cancer research communications |
K Ross-Driscoll, AT Ayuk-Arrey, R Lynch, LE McCullough, G Roccaro, L Nephew, J Hundley, RA Rubin, R Patzer | 04/22/2024 |
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Oncology research and treatment |
S Kang, J Magliocca, M Sellers, G Roccaro, W Zheng, M Pectasides, A Draper, J Guadagno, B El-Rayes, M Akce | 01/01/2022 |
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Hepatology (Baltimore, Md.) |
G Codispodo, RS Brown, A Hans, G Roccaro, E Kostallari, RE Schwartz, AO Bamidele, RE Schwartz, A Buckholz, RS Brown, AJ Choi, RS Brown, D Povero, RE Schwartz, N Jalan-Sakrikar, RE Schwartz, NK Sairam, C Bhan, DTY Lau, W Zhang, RS Brown | 12/01/2021 |
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Hepatology |
N Wahid, A Jesudian, A Buckholz, RS Brown, D Kovac, A Lee, E Kostallari, RE Schwartz, P Hirsova, N Jalan-Sakrikar, A Hans, G Roccaro, A Kaplan, H Trivedi, M Choudhry, DT Lau, DTY Lau, AJ Choi | 08/01/2021 |
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Hepatology (Baltimore, Md.) |
SP Kaur, H Trivedi, DTY Lau, AO Bamidele, RE Schwartz, G Parthasarathy, A Navarro-Corcuera, TS Sehrawat, A Hans, G Roccaro, N Jalan-Sakrikar, N Hejazifar, RS Brown | 04/01/2021 |
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04/23/2026 |
Dr. Roccaro saved my life and I can't say enough good things about him. I had untreated multiple autoimmune liver diseases that were quickly getting worse. Regular GI doctors didn't understand the conditions well enough to treat me properly and were the reason my liver diseases had gone untreated for over a decade. As my liver numbers continued to decline and my symptoms worsened, I began to genuinely fear for my life. That's when I started looking for an actual hepatologist, rather than just another GI who couldn't understand the problem or how to treat It. I eventually found Dr. Roccaro during that search. I'd read about his credentials and patient reviews and realized that he was the doctor I needed. It took a full year trying to get the proper referrals needed in order to become his patient. And then a difficult 2 hour trip into Atlanta to see him in person that first time.Upon meeting him and hearing his take on my conditions and his plans for treatment, I realized he was worth everything I'd gone through to become his patient. I also have very particular medication intolerances that made the first line treatments undoable. But Dr. Roccaro was able to work around those issues and got me on medications that I was not only able to tolerate, but also worked VERY well at treating my liver diseases, keeping my liver from reaching the point of cirrhosis that I was getting dangerously close to before his treatment plan. From the start he took my concerns seriously rather than dismissing me as other, less informed doctors, had done before. Hepatology is his specialty and thus he could see things in my blood work and biopsy results that all my other GI doctors had overlooked. He was able to understand that sometimes liver biopsies can miss things that serology can clarify, and he was able to confirm the diagnosis I'd been suspecting.Dr. Roccaro also made me feel like a partner in my care rather than a subordinate, like other doctors had made me feel countless times before. If I noticed a particular pattern and brought it to his attention, he'd consider it seriously and we'd test my theory together, like a team. And when it would tern out that I was right, he'd acknowledge that and adjust things accordingly. It felt really validating to have a doctor who not only cares about me as a patient, but also respects me as a person and takes my experiences into account rather than dismissing them as too many other doctors tend to do. I'm doing SO much better now under his care, no longer afraid that I might die of liver failure. For the first time in over a decade, I feel like I have a true ally in this fight and I couldn't be more thankful for Dr. Roccaro. |
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04/15/2026 |
Very personable did not leave any questions//concerns unanswered |
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04/07/2026 |
Dr Roccaro was great |
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04/01/2026 |
I was extremely impressed by the Doc |
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03/26/2026 |
Dr Roccaro has been a great advocate for my healthcare. |
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03/06/2026 |
This is my favorite doc. He is thorough, detailed, and smart. Covers all my questions. |
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02/24/2026 |
Dr Roccaro is always willing to listen, answer any questions and keep me in decisions that need to be made. I would gladly recommend him to anyone needing liver care! |
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02/04/2026 |
Dr Roccaro is top notch! |
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01/17/2026 |
Found this provider was very condescending and very detached with no empathy at all |
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12/19/2025 |
Dr. ROCARRO IS GREAT. |
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12/14/2025 |
I have had excellent overall experience with Dr Rocarro at all of my visits. |
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12/12/2025 |
I'm not sure what I think but that's probably normal for everyone who's just getting started with this treatment. I like the fact he's straight forward and honest about what's to be expected and just as it has been it's still going to be a hard road ahead but that's when he told me keep doing what I have been doing and I'll get there. I Was very confused about when I quit drinking and had thought it'd been a lot longer than what it has been. Either way I can't remember that exact day but I think it's better if don't because I would be disappointed in myself. I feel really good about doc and look forward to showing him I can do this and my family. |
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12/10/2025 |
Always Excellent Service |
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12/03/2025 |
Excellent experience. Dr. Roccaro was professional, well informed and patient with my questions. I never felt rushed. |
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12/03/2025 |
Dr Roccaro is excellent and has my trust. |
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12/03/2025 |
Dr. Ricarro is wonderful! |
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11/12/2025 |
He was rude when he came in...told me he "wasnt a GI MD!" Very condescending. He only got helpful after I told him my "fellow RN friend" was listening on tge phone tk help me since I have memory issues due to MCI. |
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10/30/2025 |
I feel extremely lucky to have been referred to Dr. Roccaro by Dr. Hon. I am totally confident he will guide me in my health journey with PBC. He is a kind, extremely knowledgeable and empathetic doctor. In my opinion, the best! |
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10/19/2025 |
Good |
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10/18/2025 |
I just felt for a first time visit tge energy was off on both parts. I am already in pain and has questions. My Dr was direct which I appreciated but he seemed rushed. He based his whole conclusion and goals based on chart information from July of 2024. I was just annoyed and wanted to walk out. |
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10/16/2025 |
Good science and wide range of discussion. I am impressed and thankful for this care. |
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10/16/2025 |
Dr. Roccaro was excellent! He has a wonderful bedside manner. He listened and spent time assessing me thoughtfully. You can see that he is an expert in his field and is incredibly knowledgeable. Wonderful! |
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10/12/2025 |
He was very easy to talk to. I had a great experience. |
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10/12/2025 |
Great virtual visit with Dr. Riccardo. |
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10/10/2025 |
The Dr.was very clear und direct. |
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09/19/2025 |
Dr. Roccarro has an exceptional personality for working with patients. I appreciate that he listens so well and respected my opinions on decision making. |
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09/11/2025 |
Clear, direct. |
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09/11/2025 |
Excellent care so far |
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09/11/2025 |
Very good and professionally care for visit. |
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08/27/2025 |
Extremely Good Excellent |
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08/19/2025 |
Excellent doc. |
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07/23/2025 |
Always Excellent Service |
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07/09/2025 |
Wonderful doctor. Very patient. Listens. The whole staff were outstanding. |
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06/26/2025 |
Extremely pleased with care directed and felt supported regarding concerns |
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05/26/2025 |
Always Excellent Service |
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04/24/2025 |
Dr Roccaro and his staff are the best! |
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04/23/2025 |
Dr Rocarro was awesome. Thorough, caring, knowledgeable. Best doctor experience in years! |
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04/06/2025 |
My experience with Dr. Roccaro was good about discussion my medical issue. However, he told me at the beginning of the visit that we did not need to even have this visit. He asked me if I proactively scheduled this appointment or if it was made after my previous appointment with him. I told Dr. Roccaro that I only made the appointment after sending a portal message asking if a follow up was needed and was told via portal message that it was. So the visit was basically a waste of time and money. It only lasted 5 minutes. Again, Dr. Roccaro was very pleasant and professional during the visit. My suggestion is to have better communication between the physician and the persons answering the portal messages to prevent this from occurring. |
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04/03/2025 |
Good |
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03/01/2025 |
Dr Riccaro is always very kind and answers all questions. Consistently gives the time you need |
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02/27/2025 |
I can imagine no better treatment, care or prognosis discussion. |
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02/23/2025 |
Very concise discussion and answered all questions about care |
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02/23/2025 |
Dr Roccaro is one of the best doctors I have ever had. He takes time to listen and explain results and future tests/ pathways. |
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02/22/2025 |
Great doctor! |
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02/14/2025 |
Dr. Roccaro was wonderful - very easy to understand and talk to. |
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01/30/2025 |
Dr. Roccaro explained all test results and did a thorough examination of the history of my liver transplant in layman terms for me to understand what's happening with my healthcare. |
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01/18/2025 |
Went well. |
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01/17/2025 |
Don't remember my doctor's name but a very nice doctor sit and listen we had a conversation about things and he listened very nice man |
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12/18/2024 |
Good |
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12/12/2024 |
Dr. Roccaro is always pleasant to talk to, but also gets to the point. I trust Dr. Rocarro and his team to make the best decisions for my treatment. |
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11/24/2024 |
Doctor addressed all my concerns and answered all of my questions. |
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11/23/2024 |
Dr Roccaro explains everything so I can understand it. He doesn't try to rush me through the visit. He truly cares about his patients. I highly recommend Dr Roccaro |
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11/20/2024 |
Always Excellent Service |
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11/06/2024 |
Dr. Roccaro and his staff were very professional and answered my questions in the detail / language necessary for me to understand. Everyone listened to me as a person and treated me with utmost respect and concern for my health issues. |
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11/01/2024 |
I had a Very Good Experience |
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10/31/2024 |
Dr. Roccaro is excellent in his attention and communication. |
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10/30/2024 |
Every thing was excellent |
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10/22/2024 |
Thanks you |
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09/19/2024 |
Great visit with Dr. Roccaro. Great visit with the lab technician Victoria. |
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08/29/2024 |
Great experience! |
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08/14/2024 |
Wow! What an amazing, intelligent doctor that Dr. Giorgio is! Really knowledgeable, but also put me at ease about the reason I was in his office! Some doctors have the "God-like" attitude where they feel the patient is beneath them or can't understand their words or explanations, but not Dr. Giorgio!! I immediately felt relaxed in what was a serious appointment when he came in! And took time out of what I am sure is a very busy day to listen to me then answer questions in a manner I understood and gained information from! Thank You, Dr. Giorgio!! |
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08/09/2024 |
I cannot say enough good things about Dr Roccaro. |
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08/07/2024 |
Dr Roccaro always takes time to explain what is going on and answers all questions thoroughly. I never feel rushed. |
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08/01/2024 |
Dr. Roccaro and Dr. Chaudhry who both excellent. Really helped ease my fears. |
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06/27/2024 |
Dr was excellent. Explained, kind and personable. Great appointment. |
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06/14/2024 |
Very thankful for the time and attention that was provided |
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06/14/2024 |
I trust Dr Roccaro. |