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Thomas Emerson, MD

Urologist with Wellstar since 2005.

Specialties

Urology

Education & Training

Doctor of Medicine

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4.9

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Urologist with Wellstar since 2005

4.9

693 reviews

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About Thomas Emerson, MD

Dr. Emerson graduated from Georgia State University in Atlanta and received his medical degree from the Medical College of Georgia in Augusta. He completed his general surgery residency at the Medical Center of Central Georgia and his urology residency at Ochsner Clinic in New Orleans.

Specialties

  • Urology

Education & Training

  • Medical College of Georgia

Certifications

  • American Board of Urology

Hospital Affiliations

  • Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
  • Wellstar Cobb Hospital
  • Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
  • Wellstar Douglas Hospital
  • Wellstar Paulding Hospital

Languages spoken

  • English

Patient Reviews

Overall patient rating

4.9

4.9

Based on 693 patient ratings

I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.94
Listened to me carefully
4.90
Shared the right amount of information
4.88
Earned my trust
4.84

All reviews have been submitted by patients after seeing the provider.For more information about the review system, check out this Learn more about our review system.

Patient Reviews

5

Dr, Emerson is an excellent doctor. I would recommend him to anyone. His MA is the BEST I have ever seen. Her name is Andrea Wideman. She deserves a WOW!!!

September 22, 2023

5

My physical is aware of the latest medicines and treatments.

September 20, 2023

5

Both the staff and Dr Emerson perform their duties very professionally.

September 19, 2023

5

Dr Emerson continues exceptionally attentive to detail, reassuring, and with clarity.

September 19, 2023

5

Great doctor Emerson wonderful guy did a excellent job thx u

September 17, 2023

5

Most men get anxious about a prostate exam. Dr Emerson has such a sense of humor that he puts you at ease, and then explains issues in detail so the patient understands.

September 17, 2023

5

Courteous and professional

September 15, 2023

5

It was all excellent. Everybody was the time, everything.

September 17, 2023

5

The front desk staff were great and helpful. The staff person who checked me out was less than enthusiastic and did they appear to care much about their job or how that was communicated to me.

September 11, 2023

5

Doctor was aware of my situation & my concerns, and made sure I had all the information and answers that I needed . That way I didn't have to leave office with worry or health concerns. Very thoughtful & caring!!

September 10, 2023

4

We thank Dr. Emerson, for everything he is doing to help my husband get better and we thank him for meeting us, when we asked him to and he is a very outstanding doctor and we really appreciate him very much. Thank you.

September 13, 2023

5

Love Dr. Emerson. Give him a big raise!

September 13, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is very professional- but he put me at ease immediately. I'm glad I found him and chose this location.

September 11, 2023

5

Dr Emerson and nurse Michal provided great care and they made sure that I understood everything about my care before I left

September 9, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is very thorough. He is an excellent listener and focuses and customizing care based upon the individual patient's needs. He understands that each patient is unique.

September 9, 2023

5

They do a great job

September 9, 2023

5

Staff manager work m in after coming 15 minutes late. The nurse and staff were fantastic great customer service. My Doctor was very helpful listen well and put me at ease discussing my issues.

September 2, 2023

5

He was a wonderful doctor and I felt he totally had my best interests.

September 2, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is a Great commentator. He takes as much time as needed and does NOT rush you at all. He explains things in a common sense way that is easy to understand. GREAT DOCTOR!!

September 2, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is an outstanding physician, he takes the time to address any and all concerns that his patients may have. He has a great staff that greets you. I am comfortable recommending, Dr. Emerson and his staff at anytime.

September 2, 2023

5

Went through the appointment without any delay. Highly professional personnel staff in every table in the office

September 1, 2023

4

Doctor and staff are personable and professional.

August 31, 2023

5

Very helpful & encouraging !

August 27, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson has treated me and my wife for years. We both admire & respect him.

August 24, 2023

5

Always excellent!

August 23, 2023

5

The doctor had a nice sense of humor and told me everything I needed to know. The lady who checked me in at the front desk was helpful and very nice.

August 23, 2023

5

Excellent doctor and staff

August 23, 2023

5

Dr.Emerson was very nice,understanding and explained the situation well. I have already recomened him to a family member.

August 19, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is excellent and I have entrusted my healthcare with him for over 25 years. He is the best and a real asset to Wellstar! Thank you for having physicians of his quality and sincere, genuine care.

August 20, 2023

5

The doctor and staff made me feel comfortable. They were wonderful at listening to me, and talked TO me and not AR me.

August 19, 2023

5

Dr, Emerson is an excellent doctor. I would recommend him to anyone. His MA is the BEST I have ever seen. Her name is Andrea Wideman. She deserves a WOW!!!

September 22, 2023

5

My physical is aware of the latest medicines and treatments.

September 20, 2023

5

Both the staff and Dr Emerson perform their duties very professionally.

September 19, 2023

5

Dr Emerson continues exceptionally attentive to detail, reassuring, and with clarity.

September 19, 2023

5

Great doctor Emerson wonderful guy did a excellent job thx u

September 17, 2023

5

Most men get anxious about a prostate exam. Dr Emerson has such a sense of humor that he puts you at ease, and then explains issues in detail so the patient understands.

September 17, 2023

5

Courteous and professional

September 15, 2023

5

It was all excellent. Everybody was the time, everything.

September 17, 2023

5

The front desk staff were great and helpful. The staff person who checked me out was less than enthusiastic and did they appear to care much about their job or how that was communicated to me.

September 11, 2023

5

Doctor was aware of my situation & my concerns, and made sure I had all the information and answers that I needed . That way I didn't have to leave office with worry or health concerns. Very thoughtful & caring!!

September 10, 2023

5

Love Dr. Emerson. Give him a big raise!

September 13, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is very professional- but he put me at ease immediately. I'm glad I found him and chose this location.

September 11, 2023

5

Dr Emerson and nurse Michal provided great care and they made sure that I understood everything about my care before I left

September 9, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is very thorough. He is an excellent listener and focuses and customizing care based upon the individual patient's needs. He understands that each patient is unique.

September 9, 2023

5

They do a great job

September 9, 2023

5

Staff manager work m in after coming 15 minutes late. The nurse and staff were fantastic great customer service. My Doctor was very helpful listen well and put me at ease discussing my issues.

September 2, 2023

5

He was a wonderful doctor and I felt he totally had my best interests.

September 2, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is a Great commentator. He takes as much time as needed and does NOT rush you at all. He explains things in a common sense way that is easy to understand. GREAT DOCTOR!!

September 2, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is an outstanding physician, he takes the time to address any and all concerns that his patients may have. He has a great staff that greets you. I am comfortable recommending, Dr. Emerson and his staff at anytime.

September 2, 2023

5

Went through the appointment without any delay. Highly professional personnel staff in every table in the office

September 1, 2023

5

Very helpful & encouraging !

August 27, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson has treated me and my wife for years. We both admire & respect him.

August 24, 2023

5

Always excellent!

August 23, 2023

5

The doctor had a nice sense of humor and told me everything I needed to know. The lady who checked me in at the front desk was helpful and very nice.

August 23, 2023

5

Excellent doctor and staff

August 23, 2023

5

Dr.Emerson was very nice,understanding and explained the situation well. I have already recomened him to a family member.

August 19, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is excellent and I have entrusted my healthcare with him for over 25 years. He is the best and a real asset to Wellstar! Thank you for having physicians of his quality and sincere, genuine care.

August 20, 2023

5

The doctor and staff made me feel comfortable. They were wonderful at listening to me, and talked TO me and not AR me.

August 19, 2023

4

We thank Dr. Emerson, for everything he is doing to help my husband get better and we thank him for meeting us, when we asked him to and he is a very outstanding doctor and we really appreciate him very much. Thank you.

September 13, 2023

4

Doctor and staff are personable and professional.

August 31, 2023

4

We thank Dr. Emerson, for everything he is doing to help my husband get better and we thank him for meeting us, when we asked him to and he is a very outstanding doctor and we really appreciate him very much. Thank you.

September 13, 2023

4

Doctor and staff are personable and professional.

August 31, 2023

5

Dr, Emerson is an excellent doctor. I would recommend him to anyone. His MA is the BEST I have ever seen. Her name is Andrea Wideman. She deserves a WOW!!!

September 22, 2023

5

My physical is aware of the latest medicines and treatments.

September 20, 2023

5

Both the staff and Dr Emerson perform their duties very professionally.

September 19, 2023

5

Dr Emerson continues exceptionally attentive to detail, reassuring, and with clarity.

September 19, 2023

5

Great doctor Emerson wonderful guy did a excellent job thx u

September 17, 2023

5

Most men get anxious about a prostate exam. Dr Emerson has such a sense of humor that he puts you at ease, and then explains issues in detail so the patient understands.

September 17, 2023

5

Courteous and professional

September 15, 2023

5

It was all excellent. Everybody was the time, everything.

September 17, 2023

5

The front desk staff were great and helpful. The staff person who checked me out was less than enthusiastic and did they appear to care much about their job or how that was communicated to me.

September 11, 2023

5

Doctor was aware of my situation & my concerns, and made sure I had all the information and answers that I needed . That way I didn't have to leave office with worry or health concerns. Very thoughtful & caring!!

September 10, 2023

5

Love Dr. Emerson. Give him a big raise!

September 13, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is very professional- but he put me at ease immediately. I'm glad I found him and chose this location.

September 11, 2023

5

Dr Emerson and nurse Michal provided great care and they made sure that I understood everything about my care before I left

September 9, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is very thorough. He is an excellent listener and focuses and customizing care based upon the individual patient's needs. He understands that each patient is unique.

September 9, 2023

5

They do a great job

September 9, 2023

5

Staff manager work m in after coming 15 minutes late. The nurse and staff were fantastic great customer service. My Doctor was very helpful listen well and put me at ease discussing my issues.

September 2, 2023

5

He was a wonderful doctor and I felt he totally had my best interests.

September 2, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is a Great commentator. He takes as much time as needed and does NOT rush you at all. He explains things in a common sense way that is easy to understand. GREAT DOCTOR!!

September 2, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is an outstanding physician, he takes the time to address any and all concerns that his patients may have. He has a great staff that greets you. I am comfortable recommending, Dr. Emerson and his staff at anytime.

September 2, 2023

5

Went through the appointment without any delay. Highly professional personnel staff in every table in the office

September 1, 2023

5

Very helpful & encouraging !

August 27, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson has treated me and my wife for years. We both admire & respect him.

August 24, 2023

5

Always excellent!

August 23, 2023

5

The doctor had a nice sense of humor and told me everything I needed to know. The lady who checked me in at the front desk was helpful and very nice.

August 23, 2023

5

Excellent doctor and staff

August 23, 2023

5

Dr.Emerson was very nice,understanding and explained the situation well. I have already recomened him to a family member.

August 19, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is excellent and I have entrusted my healthcare with him for over 25 years. He is the best and a real asset to Wellstar! Thank you for having physicians of his quality and sincere, genuine care.

August 20, 2023

5

The doctor and staff made me feel comfortable. They were wonderful at listening to me, and talked TO me and not AR me.

August 19, 2023

5

Dr, Emerson is an excellent doctor. I would recommend him to anyone. His MA is the BEST I have ever seen. Her name is Andrea Wideman. She deserves a WOW!!!

September 22, 2023

5

My physical is aware of the latest medicines and treatments.

September 20, 2023

5

Both the staff and Dr Emerson perform their duties very professionally.

September 19, 2023

5

Dr Emerson continues exceptionally attentive to detail, reassuring, and with clarity.

September 19, 2023

5

Most men get anxious about a prostate exam. Dr Emerson has such a sense of humor that he puts you at ease, and then explains issues in detail so the patient understands.

September 17, 2023

5

It was all excellent. Everybody was the time, everything.

September 17, 2023

5

Great doctor Emerson wonderful guy did a excellent job thx u

September 17, 2023

5

Courteous and professional

September 15, 2023

4

We thank Dr. Emerson, for everything he is doing to help my husband get better and we thank him for meeting us, when we asked him to and he is a very outstanding doctor and we really appreciate him very much. Thank you.

September 13, 2023

5

Love Dr. Emerson. Give him a big raise!

September 13, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is very professional- but he put me at ease immediately. I'm glad I found him and chose this location.

September 11, 2023

5

The front desk staff were great and helpful. The staff person who checked me out was less than enthusiastic and did they appear to care much about their job or how that was communicated to me.

September 11, 2023

5

Doctor was aware of my situation & my concerns, and made sure I had all the information and answers that I needed . That way I didn't have to leave office with worry or health concerns. Very thoughtful & caring!!

September 10, 2023

5

Dr Emerson and nurse Michal provided great care and they made sure that I understood everything about my care before I left

September 9, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is very thorough. He is an excellent listener and focuses and customizing care based upon the individual patient's needs. He understands that each patient is unique.

September 9, 2023

5

They do a great job

September 9, 2023

5

Staff manager work m in after coming 15 minutes late. The nurse and staff were fantastic great customer service. My Doctor was very helpful listen well and put me at ease discussing my issues.

September 2, 2023

5

He was a wonderful doctor and I felt he totally had my best interests.

September 2, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is a Great commentator. He takes as much time as needed and does NOT rush you at all. He explains things in a common sense way that is easy to understand. GREAT DOCTOR!!

September 2, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is an outstanding physician, he takes the time to address any and all concerns that his patients may have. He has a great staff that greets you. I am comfortable recommending, Dr. Emerson and his staff at anytime.

September 2, 2023

5

Went through the appointment without any delay. Highly professional personnel staff in every table in the office

September 1, 2023

4

Doctor and staff are personable and professional.

August 31, 2023

5

Very helpful & encouraging !

August 27, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson has treated me and my wife for years. We both admire & respect him.

August 24, 2023

5

Always excellent!

August 23, 2023

5

The doctor had a nice sense of humor and told me everything I needed to know. The lady who checked me in at the front desk was helpful and very nice.

August 23, 2023

5

Excellent doctor and staff

August 23, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is excellent and I have entrusted my healthcare with him for over 25 years. He is the best and a real asset to Wellstar! Thank you for having physicians of his quality and sincere, genuine care.

August 20, 2023

5

The doctor and staff made me feel comfortable. They were wonderful at listening to me, and talked TO me and not AR me.

August 19, 2023

5

Dr.Emerson was very nice,understanding and explained the situation well. I have already recomened him to a family member.

August 19, 2023

5

Dr.Emerson was very nice,understanding and explained the situation well. I have already recomened him to a family member.

August 19, 2023

5

The doctor and staff made me feel comfortable. They were wonderful at listening to me, and talked TO me and not AR me.

August 19, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is excellent and I have entrusted my healthcare with him for over 25 years. He is the best and a real asset to Wellstar! Thank you for having physicians of his quality and sincere, genuine care.

August 20, 2023

5

Excellent doctor and staff

August 23, 2023

5

The doctor had a nice sense of humor and told me everything I needed to know. The lady who checked me in at the front desk was helpful and very nice.

August 23, 2023

5

Always excellent!

August 23, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson has treated me and my wife for years. We both admire & respect him.

August 24, 2023

5

Very helpful & encouraging !

August 27, 2023

4

Doctor and staff are personable and professional.

August 31, 2023

5

Went through the appointment without any delay. Highly professional personnel staff in every table in the office

September 1, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is an outstanding physician, he takes the time to address any and all concerns that his patients may have. He has a great staff that greets you. I am comfortable recommending, Dr. Emerson and his staff at anytime.

September 2, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is a Great commentator. He takes as much time as needed and does NOT rush you at all. He explains things in a common sense way that is easy to understand. GREAT DOCTOR!!

September 2, 2023

5

He was a wonderful doctor and I felt he totally had my best interests.

September 2, 2023

5

Staff manager work m in after coming 15 minutes late. The nurse and staff were fantastic great customer service. My Doctor was very helpful listen well and put me at ease discussing my issues.

September 2, 2023

5

They do a great job

September 9, 2023

5

Dr Emerson is very thorough. He is an excellent listener and focuses and customizing care based upon the individual patient's needs. He understands that each patient is unique.

September 9, 2023

5

Dr Emerson and nurse Michal provided great care and they made sure that I understood everything about my care before I left

September 9, 2023

5

Doctor was aware of my situation & my concerns, and made sure I had all the information and answers that I needed . That way I didn't have to leave office with worry or health concerns. Very thoughtful & caring!!

September 10, 2023

5

The front desk staff were great and helpful. The staff person who checked me out was less than enthusiastic and did they appear to care much about their job or how that was communicated to me.

September 11, 2023

5

Dr. Emerson is very professional- but he put me at ease immediately. I'm glad I found him and chose this location.

September 11, 2023

5

Love Dr. Emerson. Give him a big raise!

September 13, 2023

4

We thank Dr. Emerson, for everything he is doing to help my husband get better and we thank him for meeting us, when we asked him to and he is a very outstanding doctor and we really appreciate him very much. Thank you.

September 13, 2023

5

Courteous and professional

September 15, 2023

5

Great doctor Emerson wonderful guy did a excellent job thx u

September 17, 2023

5

It was all excellent. Everybody was the time, everything.

September 17, 2023

5

Most men get anxious about a prostate exam. Dr Emerson has such a sense of humor that he puts you at ease, and then explains issues in detail so the patient understands.

September 17, 2023

5

Dr Emerson continues exceptionally attentive to detail, reassuring, and with clarity.

September 19, 2023

5

Both the staff and Dr Emerson perform their duties very professionally.

September 19, 2023

5

My physical is aware of the latest medicines and treatments.

September 20, 2023

5

Dr, Emerson is an excellent doctor. I would recommend him to anyone. His MA is the BEST I have ever seen. Her name is Andrea Wideman. She deserves a WOW!!!

September 22, 2023

Publications and Articles


Steve Shelton with two horses.

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Retired Principal Chooses Robotic Surgery to Treat Prostate Cancer

Steve Shelton, a retired middle school principal who lives in Villa Rica, is living life to his fullest years after having a robotic prostatectomy in December of 2014. The procedure was performed by Dr. Justin Watson at Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center.

Robotic prostate cancer surgery has several key advantages over the more traditional approach. It shortens the time spent in a facility following a surgery. It also reduces surgery site blood loss, scarring and pain, and speeds up recovery. This method also has the potential to preserve nerves.

Steve remembered he was in his fourteenth year serving as the principal of Mount Paran Christian School Middle School when his urologist, Dr. Thomas Emerson, broke the news that he had cancer.

“I had to lean up against the wall for a minute,” Steve said. “Dr. Emerson drew out diagrams and presented us with all of our options. My wife, Brenda, and I made the decision right then that I was going to do the robotic surgery. I wanted to be decisive and take action and I wanted the cancer gone.”

Robotic prostate cancer surgery reduces surgery site blood loss, scarring and pain, and speeds up recovery.

“The robot allows us to see the prostate better and spare the nerves, which can preserve sexual function,” said Dr. Watson.

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Published on: September 2021
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Thomas Emerson, MD
Urologist with Wellstar since 2005
Rating
4.9
www.wellstar.org/physicians/thomas-emerson-md
Specialties
Urology
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Medical School
Medical College of Georgia
Residency
Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation
Medical Center of Central Georgia
Certifications
American Board of Urology
Spoken Languages
English
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
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