Background
Susan K. Kunihiro, MD is an assistant professor in the Division of Palliative Medicine of the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at Emory University School of Medicine. Board certified in palliative care and family medicine, Dr. Kunihiro enjoys serving the diverse patients in the Winship Cancer Institute community by improving 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. She practices in the Emory Clinic as well as inpatient at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
Dr. Kunihiro received her Medical Degree from University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine in Tampa, Florida. She completed internship and residency in Family Medicine at University of Colorado Swedish Family Medicine Residency in Littleton, Colorado. She completed Hospice and Palliative Medicine fellowship training at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia.
Titles & Roles
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Assistant Professor, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Family and Preventive MedicineEmory University School of Medicine
Education & Training
Education
- Fellowship, Hospice & Palliative Medicine, 2019Emory University School of Medicine
- Residency, Family Medicine, 2018University of CO School of Medicine
- Medical Education, MD, 2015University of South Florida
Board Certifications
- Hospice and Palliative MedicineAmerican Board of Family Medicine, 2020Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family Medicine, 2018
Professional Memberships
Dr. Kunihiro is a member of American Academy of Family Physicians and American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
Ratings & Reviews
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08/10/2024
She was extremely patient with me during my visit on that day. She went above and beyond the call of duty. She will be truly miss from the clinic. She is a loving, caring, concerning, and brilliant doctor.
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07/07/2024
Dr. Kunihiro did an EXCELLENT job!! She handled the video visit VERY WELL!
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06/24/2024
Just trying to get the right mix of pain and nerve medicine in a situation takes much thought and is one of the biggest parts of longevity. A training on first visit was not exspected. Great Doctors just a worried mind and want it right. Thanks Emory
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06/06/2024
Dr. Kunihiro is the BEST!
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04/27/2024
Dr. Kunihiro and her staff are always polite and professional
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03/20/2024
Dr. Kunihiro is wonderful!!
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01/28/2024
Dr. Kunihiro is truly one of the best doctors I have seen at Emory. Once again, I appreciate Emory offering Palliative Care. Cancer is such a difficult disease to deal with on a daily basis. Dr Kunihiro always helps me with my pain management and other problems that occur from my treatment.
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09/14/2023
Listen, I didn't just run through these clicking the 5 button. Dr. Kunihiro is exactly the type of doctor who needs to be doing supportive care. She truly cares about me, explains everything in a way I can understand, listens to what I have to say, and I feel like we're working together to form a healthcare plan. She is the greatest.
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08/23/2023
She listens and is very thorough , makes sure we are completely understanding each other .
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08/12/2023
She went above and beyond the call of duty as a doctor. She is an awesome provider and please keep her on staff because she's a great asset to Emory. I want to express some of her qualities of care she gives her patients. She listens, compassionate , loving, caring , genuine, concern , and most of all her patient(myself) felt her love when she entered my room .
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08/10/2023
She had familiarized herself with my chart prior to appointment. Very kind, not rushed, professional.
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07/28/2023
I always feel better after seeing Dr. Kunihiro. She has excellent ideas for my pain management. I realize the importance of Palliative Care. Especially since my health is declining.
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07/26/2023
Dr. K is easy to talk to me
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06/12/2023
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05/21/2023
I love Dr. Kunihiro! I always feel better after my appointments. Talking to her is like chatting with a friend and therapist! You can feel that she genuinely cares about her patients.
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04/29/2023
Dr. Kunihiro has helped me tremendously with my pain management. She carefully listens, then makes professional decisions on how to help me with my multiple myeloma pain. I always look forward to seeing Dr.Kunihiro, her medical expertise and emotional support is important for my wellbeing!