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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
Degree
Doctor of Medicine
Residency
Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation
Medical Center of Central Georgia
Certifications
American Board of Urology
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Douglas Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Medical Center
Languages spoken
English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.9
Based on 689 patient ratings
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
Listened to me carefully
Shared the right amount of information
Earned my trust
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Patient Reviews
5
Dr. Emerson and the staff were professional, friendly, and highly competent.
December 5, 2025
3
The visit was not a value add and certainly did not provide an enhanced understanding of my situation nor my care. Somewhat disappointing but perhaps I had the wrong expectations.
December 4, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and staff are always friendly, thorough and professional.
December 4, 2025
5
We love that we found Dr. Emerson. We think he is one of the best doctors we have ever had. He take the time with you that you need. And we are so happy with what he has done for me.
December 3, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is one of a kind. So attentive and doesn't rush. Takes the time to explain things and answer questions. Would be nice if you got this kind of treatment and care at other Wellstar locations. A lot of people could learn a lesson or two spending a day with him. He's the best!
December 3, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has taken care of me from The 1st time I met him in March 1995.
November 23, 2025
5
Note. Exam room had nowhere to wash hands.
November 23, 2025
5
My experience is always extraordinary with this practice. The staff and Dr. Emerson listen carefully and proceed accordingly with my care.
November 23, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson listened to my concerns and answered all of my questions!!
November 22, 2025
5
I have been going to Dr Emerson for over 30 years. The surgery he performed 30+ years ago continues to be successful. Each office visit has been informative and comforting
November 19, 2025
5
I received a careful evaluation of my problem and Dr. Emerson explained the work up needed in great detail.
November 16, 2025
5
I've been going to Dr. Emerson for quite a while and I consider him to be a great doctor
November 14, 2025
5
Everyone we came in contact with was very nice. Jennifer Christie Dr Emerson
November 14, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is excellent. Your staff that schedules, responds to patient portal questions is terrible. As soon as Dr. Emerson retires, I will no longer be using your service.
November 14, 2025
5
I was very comfortable when I came to see the doctor. He welcomed me in with arms open. His staff was very polite, very courteous. Matter of fact, I was the one that had, that was kind of up raw, but they were so sweet and so nice. And the doctor, oh man, he's an excellent doctor. I mean, you know, I want to call him an angel, you know, because he's a good doctor.
November 12, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has always been great! He takes the time to listen and explain. That isn't always true with other doctors. I do have a complaint about the parking deck on Whitcher Street. It is extremely difficult and dangerous pulling into and exiting from the street to the area outside of the building. The payment kiosks are outdated. The traffic flow is very slow. There were very limited parking spaces. I had to drive to the roof on the 8th floor to get a parking spot. There should be a system that allows people to know where they can park and easily drive to that area and not tie up everyone behind them. There are experts in this that should be consulted. I can get in and out of a Hartsfield Jackson parking lot quicker than this parking deck.
November 9, 2025
5
I have a long time experience with this provider and have always been treated great.
November 9, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and all the people working in his office are fantastic. They listen and they care. They make me feel like I'm important.
November 8, 2025
5
They are great
November 8, 2025
5
Excellent doctor and practice.
November 6, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is easy talk to, always listens, and provides the answers to my questions. Jean at the front desk has " wonderful " customer service skills!
November 6, 2025
5
Excellent.
November 6, 2025
5
I'm very satisfied all the way around with the practice. I appreciate what they did. Thank you.
November 7, 2025
5
The staffs were anxious to answer your questions. They are warm and patient in explaining. Quite friendly.
November 5, 2025
5
It was a great visit explained everything.
November 1, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is the best
October 31, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is excellent.
October 29, 2025
5
Great Dr Emerson
October 27, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson seemed trustworthy, empathetic, and completely competent.
October 26, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is kind and personable. More importantly he took the time to explain everything thoroughly.
October 26, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and the staff were professional, friendly, and highly competent.
December 5, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and staff are always friendly, thorough and professional.
December 4, 2025
5
We love that we found Dr. Emerson. We think he is one of the best doctors we have ever had. He take the time with you that you need. And we are so happy with what he has done for me.
December 3, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is one of a kind. So attentive and doesn't rush. Takes the time to explain things and answer questions. Would be nice if you got this kind of treatment and care at other Wellstar locations. A lot of people could learn a lesson or two spending a day with him. He's the best!
December 3, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has taken care of me from The 1st time I met him in March 1995.
November 23, 2025
5
Note. Exam room had nowhere to wash hands.
November 23, 2025
5
My experience is always extraordinary with this practice. The staff and Dr. Emerson listen carefully and proceed accordingly with my care.
November 23, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson listened to my concerns and answered all of my questions!!
November 22, 2025
5
I have been going to Dr Emerson for over 30 years. The surgery he performed 30+ years ago continues to be successful. Each office visit has been informative and comforting
November 19, 2025
5
I received a careful evaluation of my problem and Dr. Emerson explained the work up needed in great detail.
November 16, 2025
5
I've been going to Dr. Emerson for quite a while and I consider him to be a great doctor
November 14, 2025
5
Everyone we came in contact with was very nice. Jennifer Christie Dr Emerson
November 14, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is excellent. Your staff that schedules, responds to patient portal questions is terrible. As soon as Dr. Emerson retires, I will no longer be using your service.
November 14, 2025
5
I was very comfortable when I came to see the doctor. He welcomed me in with arms open. His staff was very polite, very courteous. Matter of fact, I was the one that had, that was kind of up raw, but they were so sweet and so nice. And the doctor, oh man, he's an excellent doctor. I mean, you know, I want to call him an angel, you know, because he's a good doctor.
November 12, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has always been great! He takes the time to listen and explain. That isn't always true with other doctors. I do have a complaint about the parking deck on Whitcher Street. It is extremely difficult and dangerous pulling into and exiting from the street to the area outside of the building. The payment kiosks are outdated. The traffic flow is very slow. There were very limited parking spaces. I had to drive to the roof on the 8th floor to get a parking spot. There should be a system that allows people to know where they can park and easily drive to that area and not tie up everyone behind them. There are experts in this that should be consulted. I can get in and out of a Hartsfield Jackson parking lot quicker than this parking deck.
November 9, 2025
5
I have a long time experience with this provider and have always been treated great.
November 9, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and all the people working in his office are fantastic. They listen and they care. They make me feel like I'm important.
November 8, 2025
5
They are great
November 8, 2025
5
Excellent doctor and practice.
November 6, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is easy talk to, always listens, and provides the answers to my questions. Jean at the front desk has " wonderful " customer service skills!
November 6, 2025
5
Excellent.
November 6, 2025
5
I'm very satisfied all the way around with the practice. I appreciate what they did. Thank you.
November 7, 2025
5
The staffs were anxious to answer your questions. They are warm and patient in explaining. Quite friendly.
November 5, 2025
5
It was a great visit explained everything.
November 1, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is the best
October 31, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is excellent.
October 29, 2025
5
Great Dr Emerson
October 27, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson seemed trustworthy, empathetic, and completely competent.
October 26, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is kind and personable. More importantly he took the time to explain everything thoroughly.
October 26, 2025
3
The visit was not a value add and certainly did not provide an enhanced understanding of my situation nor my care. Somewhat disappointing but perhaps I had the wrong expectations.
December 4, 2025
3
The visit was not a value add and certainly did not provide an enhanced understanding of my situation nor my care. Somewhat disappointing but perhaps I had the wrong expectations.
December 4, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and the staff were professional, friendly, and highly competent.
December 5, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and staff are always friendly, thorough and professional.
December 4, 2025
5
We love that we found Dr. Emerson. We think he is one of the best doctors we have ever had. He take the time with you that you need. And we are so happy with what he has done for me.
December 3, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is one of a kind. So attentive and doesn't rush. Takes the time to explain things and answer questions. Would be nice if you got this kind of treatment and care at other Wellstar locations. A lot of people could learn a lesson or two spending a day with him. He's the best!
December 3, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has taken care of me from The 1st time I met him in March 1995.
November 23, 2025
5
Note. Exam room had nowhere to wash hands.
November 23, 2025
5
My experience is always extraordinary with this practice. The staff and Dr. Emerson listen carefully and proceed accordingly with my care.
November 23, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson listened to my concerns and answered all of my questions!!
November 22, 2025
5
I have been going to Dr Emerson for over 30 years. The surgery he performed 30+ years ago continues to be successful. Each office visit has been informative and comforting
November 19, 2025
5
I received a careful evaluation of my problem and Dr. Emerson explained the work up needed in great detail.
November 16, 2025
5
I've been going to Dr. Emerson for quite a while and I consider him to be a great doctor
November 14, 2025
5
Everyone we came in contact with was very nice. Jennifer Christie Dr Emerson
November 14, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is excellent. Your staff that schedules, responds to patient portal questions is terrible. As soon as Dr. Emerson retires, I will no longer be using your service.
November 14, 2025
5
I was very comfortable when I came to see the doctor. He welcomed me in with arms open. His staff was very polite, very courteous. Matter of fact, I was the one that had, that was kind of up raw, but they were so sweet and so nice. And the doctor, oh man, he's an excellent doctor. I mean, you know, I want to call him an angel, you know, because he's a good doctor.
November 12, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has always been great! He takes the time to listen and explain. That isn't always true with other doctors. I do have a complaint about the parking deck on Whitcher Street. It is extremely difficult and dangerous pulling into and exiting from the street to the area outside of the building. The payment kiosks are outdated. The traffic flow is very slow. There were very limited parking spaces. I had to drive to the roof on the 8th floor to get a parking spot. There should be a system that allows people to know where they can park and easily drive to that area and not tie up everyone behind them. There are experts in this that should be consulted. I can get in and out of a Hartsfield Jackson parking lot quicker than this parking deck.
November 9, 2025
5
I have a long time experience with this provider and have always been treated great.
November 9, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and all the people working in his office are fantastic. They listen and they care. They make me feel like I'm important.
November 8, 2025
5
They are great
November 8, 2025
5
Excellent doctor and practice.
November 6, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is easy talk to, always listens, and provides the answers to my questions. Jean at the front desk has " wonderful " customer service skills!
November 6, 2025
5
Excellent.
November 6, 2025
5
I'm very satisfied all the way around with the practice. I appreciate what they did. Thank you.
November 7, 2025
5
The staffs were anxious to answer your questions. They are warm and patient in explaining. Quite friendly.
November 5, 2025
5
It was a great visit explained everything.
November 1, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is the best
October 31, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is excellent.
October 29, 2025
5
Great Dr Emerson
October 27, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson seemed trustworthy, empathetic, and completely competent.
October 26, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is kind and personable. More importantly he took the time to explain everything thoroughly.
October 26, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and the staff were professional, friendly, and highly competent.
December 5, 2025
3
The visit was not a value add and certainly did not provide an enhanced understanding of my situation nor my care. Somewhat disappointing but perhaps I had the wrong expectations.
December 4, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and staff are always friendly, thorough and professional.
December 4, 2025
5
We love that we found Dr. Emerson. We think he is one of the best doctors we have ever had. He take the time with you that you need. And we are so happy with what he has done for me.
December 3, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is one of a kind. So attentive and doesn't rush. Takes the time to explain things and answer questions. Would be nice if you got this kind of treatment and care at other Wellstar locations. A lot of people could learn a lesson or two spending a day with him. He's the best!
December 3, 2025
5
My experience is always extraordinary with this practice. The staff and Dr. Emerson listen carefully and proceed accordingly with my care.
November 23, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has taken care of me from The 1st time I met him in March 1995.
November 23, 2025
5
Note. Exam room had nowhere to wash hands.
November 23, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson listened to my concerns and answered all of my questions!!
November 22, 2025
5
I have been going to Dr Emerson for over 30 years. The surgery he performed 30+ years ago continues to be successful. Each office visit has been informative and comforting
November 19, 2025
5
I received a careful evaluation of my problem and Dr. Emerson explained the work up needed in great detail.
November 16, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is excellent. Your staff that schedules, responds to patient portal questions is terrible. As soon as Dr. Emerson retires, I will no longer be using your service.
November 14, 2025
5
I've been going to Dr. Emerson for quite a while and I consider him to be a great doctor
November 14, 2025
5
Everyone we came in contact with was very nice. Jennifer Christie Dr Emerson
November 14, 2025
5
I was very comfortable when I came to see the doctor. He welcomed me in with arms open. His staff was very polite, very courteous. Matter of fact, I was the one that had, that was kind of up raw, but they were so sweet and so nice. And the doctor, oh man, he's an excellent doctor. I mean, you know, I want to call him an angel, you know, because he's a good doctor.
November 12, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has always been great! He takes the time to listen and explain. That isn't always true with other doctors. I do have a complaint about the parking deck on Whitcher Street. It is extremely difficult and dangerous pulling into and exiting from the street to the area outside of the building. The payment kiosks are outdated. The traffic flow is very slow. There were very limited parking spaces. I had to drive to the roof on the 8th floor to get a parking spot. There should be a system that allows people to know where they can park and easily drive to that area and not tie up everyone behind them. There are experts in this that should be consulted. I can get in and out of a Hartsfield Jackson parking lot quicker than this parking deck.
November 9, 2025
5
I have a long time experience with this provider and have always been treated great.
November 9, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and all the people working in his office are fantastic. They listen and they care. They make me feel like I'm important.
November 8, 2025
5
They are great
November 8, 2025
5
I'm very satisfied all the way around with the practice. I appreciate what they did. Thank you.
November 7, 2025
5
Excellent doctor and practice.
November 6, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is easy talk to, always listens, and provides the answers to my questions. Jean at the front desk has " wonderful " customer service skills!
November 6, 2025
5
Excellent.
November 6, 2025
5
The staffs were anxious to answer your questions. They are warm and patient in explaining. Quite friendly.
November 5, 2025
5
It was a great visit explained everything.
November 1, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is the best
October 31, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is excellent.
October 29, 2025
5
Great Dr Emerson
October 27, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson seemed trustworthy, empathetic, and completely competent.
October 26, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is kind and personable. More importantly he took the time to explain everything thoroughly.
October 26, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is kind and personable. More importantly he took the time to explain everything thoroughly.
October 26, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson seemed trustworthy, empathetic, and completely competent.
October 26, 2025
5
Great Dr Emerson
October 27, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is excellent.
October 29, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is the best
October 31, 2025
5
It was a great visit explained everything.
November 1, 2025
5
The staffs were anxious to answer your questions. They are warm and patient in explaining. Quite friendly.
November 5, 2025
5
Excellent.
November 6, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is easy talk to, always listens, and provides the answers to my questions. Jean at the front desk has " wonderful " customer service skills!
November 6, 2025
5
Excellent doctor and practice.
November 6, 2025
5
I'm very satisfied all the way around with the practice. I appreciate what they did. Thank you.
November 7, 2025
5
They are great
November 8, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and all the people working in his office are fantastic. They listen and they care. They make me feel like I'm important.
November 8, 2025
5
I have a long time experience with this provider and have always been treated great.
November 9, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has always been great! He takes the time to listen and explain. That isn't always true with other doctors. I do have a complaint about the parking deck on Whitcher Street. It is extremely difficult and dangerous pulling into and exiting from the street to the area outside of the building. The payment kiosks are outdated. The traffic flow is very slow. There were very limited parking spaces. I had to drive to the roof on the 8th floor to get a parking spot. There should be a system that allows people to know where they can park and easily drive to that area and not tie up everyone behind them. There are experts in this that should be consulted. I can get in and out of a Hartsfield Jackson parking lot quicker than this parking deck.
November 9, 2025
5
I was very comfortable when I came to see the doctor. He welcomed me in with arms open. His staff was very polite, very courteous. Matter of fact, I was the one that had, that was kind of up raw, but they were so sweet and so nice. And the doctor, oh man, he's an excellent doctor. I mean, you know, I want to call him an angel, you know, because he's a good doctor.
November 12, 2025
5
Everyone we came in contact with was very nice. Jennifer Christie Dr Emerson
November 14, 2025
5
I've been going to Dr. Emerson for quite a while and I consider him to be a great doctor
November 14, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson is excellent. Your staff that schedules, responds to patient portal questions is terrible. As soon as Dr. Emerson retires, I will no longer be using your service.
November 14, 2025
5
I received a careful evaluation of my problem and Dr. Emerson explained the work up needed in great detail.
November 16, 2025
5
I have been going to Dr Emerson for over 30 years. The surgery he performed 30+ years ago continues to be successful. Each office visit has been informative and comforting
November 19, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson listened to my concerns and answered all of my questions!!
November 22, 2025
5
Note. Exam room had nowhere to wash hands.
November 23, 2025
5
Dr Emerson has taken care of me from The 1st time I met him in March 1995.
November 23, 2025
5
My experience is always extraordinary with this practice. The staff and Dr. Emerson listen carefully and proceed accordingly with my care.
November 23, 2025
5
Dr Emerson is one of a kind. So attentive and doesn't rush. Takes the time to explain things and answer questions. Would be nice if you got this kind of treatment and care at other Wellstar locations. A lot of people could learn a lesson or two spending a day with him. He's the best!
December 3, 2025
5
We love that we found Dr. Emerson. We think he is one of the best doctors we have ever had. He take the time with you that you need. And we are so happy with what he has done for me.
December 3, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and staff are always friendly, thorough and professional.
December 4, 2025
3
The visit was not a value add and certainly did not provide an enhanced understanding of my situation nor my care. Somewhat disappointing but perhaps I had the wrong expectations.
December 4, 2025
5
Dr. Emerson and the staff were professional, friendly, and highly competent.
December 5, 2025
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SteveCare
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.
