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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
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
Based on 754 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
I'd recommend this practice 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 his staff are excellent. They are professional, courteous and thorough. I feel I am getting the best guidance and care from them.
December 5, 2024
5
Emerson is great and so are the nurses.
December 5, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and Andrea always do an excellent job for me!
December 5, 2024
5
The staff was very knowledgeable, courteous, and outstanding
December 4, 2024
5
Coming to this office is always a pleasure! Office staff is ALWAYS pleasant and efficient. (Loved the way the office was decorated for the holidays)
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson is great, I trust him completely with my care. Wouldn't go to anyone else
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson was very professional but also very personable.
December 4, 2024
4
My doctor prescribed a new medication to replace an existing medication. I felt a little pressure moving to the new medication. That may be partly due to my reluctance to even take medication to begin with.
November 24, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is great! Knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Listens and takes the time necessary for my condition.
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is knowledgeable, a great communicator, and a great listener. I wish all doctors were as good at their craft as he is. I always want to note that Jada at the front desk and Christian at checkout were bright and cheerful at my early morning appointment.
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson was an absolute delight, as was his assistant Andrea. I wish ALL doctors had his "bedside manner."
November 16, 2024
5
Nice and professional service
November 16, 2024
5
I received exceptional care, advice and guidance in determining future treatment options currently available to choose. It was most comforting and reassuring to learn more about the details of the challenges ahead. I am most appreciative of the professionalism of Dr. Emerson and his supporting staff, Andrea in particular.
November 16, 2024
5
I've always held Dr. Emerson and the staff in highest regard.
November 16, 2024
5
Excellent care
November 15, 2024
5
I can always count on Dr Emerson, Andrea, and Nancy Lojo for their guidance and help.
November 15, 2024
5
I like it that my doctor has years of experience. He is familiar with problems that his clients may have and is well experienced to provide treatments.
November 15, 2024
5
It was my first visit with Dr. Emerson, and I was delighted with the appointment. He covered a great deal of information about the possible results of my situation. I could not have been more delighted with my choice of urologist.
November 15, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and nurse Andrea were the most cordial and helpful.
November 16, 2024
5
Everyone was so helpful. I enjoy talking with everyone.
November 13, 2024
5
Been a patient for 10+ years; examined/seen by 4 different Doctors. All have been knowledgeable, professional & caring.
November 11, 2024
5
Always great.
November 10, 2024
5
Doctor Emerson is a real pro
November 10, 2024
5
I do not think I could get better care from anyone else. Dr Emerson and his staff are fantastic. I trust them completely.
November 10, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson & Andrea are very professional and present the plan for treatment, what to expect and follow-up timing. They take the time to ease my concerns and discuss the best options and are positive about the results.
November 9, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and all the staff at Wellstar Urology are the best!
November 9, 2024
5
Excellent
November 8, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson made me feel comfortable, I was not happy to be there but he was very helpful and nice.
November 6, 2024
5
Everything and everyone at this office is professionalism personified. Front desk people are the friendliest ever. Then there is Dr. Emerson whom compares to no other doctor anywhere. He listens, he explains, he' compassionate and more than anything he wants the best for you. Best doctor ever.
November 6, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and his staff are great. They have been treating me for about the last 15 years.
November 6, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and his staff are excellent. They are professional, courteous and thorough. I feel I am getting the best guidance and care from them.
December 5, 2024
5
Emerson is great and so are the nurses.
December 5, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and Andrea always do an excellent job for me!
December 5, 2024
5
The staff was very knowledgeable, courteous, and outstanding
December 4, 2024
5
Coming to this office is always a pleasure! Office staff is ALWAYS pleasant and efficient. (Loved the way the office was decorated for the holidays)
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson is great, I trust him completely with my care. Wouldn't go to anyone else
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson was very professional but also very personable.
December 4, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is great! Knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Listens and takes the time necessary for my condition.
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is knowledgeable, a great communicator, and a great listener. I wish all doctors were as good at their craft as he is. I always want to note that Jada at the front desk and Christian at checkout were bright and cheerful at my early morning appointment.
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson was an absolute delight, as was his assistant Andrea. I wish ALL doctors had his "bedside manner."
November 16, 2024
5
Nice and professional service
November 16, 2024
5
I received exceptional care, advice and guidance in determining future treatment options currently available to choose. It was most comforting and reassuring to learn more about the details of the challenges ahead. I am most appreciative of the professionalism of Dr. Emerson and his supporting staff, Andrea in particular.
November 16, 2024
5
I've always held Dr. Emerson and the staff in highest regard.
November 16, 2024
5
Excellent care
November 15, 2024
5
I can always count on Dr Emerson, Andrea, and Nancy Lojo for their guidance and help.
November 15, 2024
5
I like it that my doctor has years of experience. He is familiar with problems that his clients may have and is well experienced to provide treatments.
November 15, 2024
5
It was my first visit with Dr. Emerson, and I was delighted with the appointment. He covered a great deal of information about the possible results of my situation. I could not have been more delighted with my choice of urologist.
November 15, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and nurse Andrea were the most cordial and helpful.
November 16, 2024
5
Everyone was so helpful. I enjoy talking with everyone.
November 13, 2024
5
Been a patient for 10+ years; examined/seen by 4 different Doctors. All have been knowledgeable, professional & caring.
November 11, 2024
5
Always great.
November 10, 2024
5
Doctor Emerson is a real pro
November 10, 2024
5
I do not think I could get better care from anyone else. Dr Emerson and his staff are fantastic. I trust them completely.
November 10, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson & Andrea are very professional and present the plan for treatment, what to expect and follow-up timing. They take the time to ease my concerns and discuss the best options and are positive about the results.
November 9, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and all the staff at Wellstar Urology are the best!
November 9, 2024
5
Excellent
November 8, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson made me feel comfortable, I was not happy to be there but he was very helpful and nice.
November 6, 2024
5
Everything and everyone at this office is professionalism personified. Front desk people are the friendliest ever. Then there is Dr. Emerson whom compares to no other doctor anywhere. He listens, he explains, he' compassionate and more than anything he wants the best for you. Best doctor ever.
November 6, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and his staff are great. They have been treating me for about the last 15 years.
November 6, 2024
4
My doctor prescribed a new medication to replace an existing medication. I felt a little pressure moving to the new medication. That may be partly due to my reluctance to even take medication to begin with.
November 24, 2024
4
My doctor prescribed a new medication to replace an existing medication. I felt a little pressure moving to the new medication. That may be partly due to my reluctance to even take medication to begin with.
November 24, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and his staff are excellent. They are professional, courteous and thorough. I feel I am getting the best guidance and care from them.
December 5, 2024
5
Emerson is great and so are the nurses.
December 5, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and Andrea always do an excellent job for me!
December 5, 2024
5
The staff was very knowledgeable, courteous, and outstanding
December 4, 2024
5
Coming to this office is always a pleasure! Office staff is ALWAYS pleasant and efficient. (Loved the way the office was decorated for the holidays)
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson is great, I trust him completely with my care. Wouldn't go to anyone else
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson was very professional but also very personable.
December 4, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is great! Knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Listens and takes the time necessary for my condition.
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is knowledgeable, a great communicator, and a great listener. I wish all doctors were as good at their craft as he is. I always want to note that Jada at the front desk and Christian at checkout were bright and cheerful at my early morning appointment.
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson was an absolute delight, as was his assistant Andrea. I wish ALL doctors had his "bedside manner."
November 16, 2024
5
Nice and professional service
November 16, 2024
5
I received exceptional care, advice and guidance in determining future treatment options currently available to choose. It was most comforting and reassuring to learn more about the details of the challenges ahead. I am most appreciative of the professionalism of Dr. Emerson and his supporting staff, Andrea in particular.
November 16, 2024
5
I've always held Dr. Emerson and the staff in highest regard.
November 16, 2024
5
Excellent care
November 15, 2024
5
I can always count on Dr Emerson, Andrea, and Nancy Lojo for their guidance and help.
November 15, 2024
5
I like it that my doctor has years of experience. He is familiar with problems that his clients may have and is well experienced to provide treatments.
November 15, 2024
5
It was my first visit with Dr. Emerson, and I was delighted with the appointment. He covered a great deal of information about the possible results of my situation. I could not have been more delighted with my choice of urologist.
November 15, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and nurse Andrea were the most cordial and helpful.
November 16, 2024
5
Everyone was so helpful. I enjoy talking with everyone.
November 13, 2024
5
Been a patient for 10+ years; examined/seen by 4 different Doctors. All have been knowledgeable, professional & caring.
November 11, 2024
5
Always great.
November 10, 2024
5
Doctor Emerson is a real pro
November 10, 2024
5
I do not think I could get better care from anyone else. Dr Emerson and his staff are fantastic. I trust them completely.
November 10, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson & Andrea are very professional and present the plan for treatment, what to expect and follow-up timing. They take the time to ease my concerns and discuss the best options and are positive about the results.
November 9, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and all the staff at Wellstar Urology are the best!
November 9, 2024
5
Excellent
November 8, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson made me feel comfortable, I was not happy to be there but he was very helpful and nice.
November 6, 2024
5
Everything and everyone at this office is professionalism personified. Front desk people are the friendliest ever. Then there is Dr. Emerson whom compares to no other doctor anywhere. He listens, he explains, he' compassionate and more than anything he wants the best for you. Best doctor ever.
November 6, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and his staff are great. They have been treating me for about the last 15 years.
November 6, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and his staff are excellent. They are professional, courteous and thorough. I feel I am getting the best guidance and care from them.
December 5, 2024
5
Emerson is great and so are the nurses.
December 5, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and Andrea always do an excellent job for me!
December 5, 2024
5
The staff was very knowledgeable, courteous, and outstanding
December 4, 2024
5
Coming to this office is always a pleasure! Office staff is ALWAYS pleasant and efficient. (Loved the way the office was decorated for the holidays)
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson is great, I trust him completely with my care. Wouldn't go to anyone else
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson was very professional but also very personable.
December 4, 2024
4
My doctor prescribed a new medication to replace an existing medication. I felt a little pressure moving to the new medication. That may be partly due to my reluctance to even take medication to begin with.
November 24, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is great! Knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Listens and takes the time necessary for my condition.
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is knowledgeable, a great communicator, and a great listener. I wish all doctors were as good at their craft as he is. I always want to note that Jada at the front desk and Christian at checkout were bright and cheerful at my early morning appointment.
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson was an absolute delight, as was his assistant Andrea. I wish ALL doctors had his "bedside manner."
November 16, 2024
5
Nice and professional service
November 16, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and nurse Andrea were the most cordial and helpful.
November 16, 2024
5
I've always held Dr. Emerson and the staff in highest regard.
November 16, 2024
5
I received exceptional care, advice and guidance in determining future treatment options currently available to choose. It was most comforting and reassuring to learn more about the details of the challenges ahead. I am most appreciative of the professionalism of Dr. Emerson and his supporting staff, Andrea in particular.
November 16, 2024
5
Excellent care
November 15, 2024
5
I can always count on Dr Emerson, Andrea, and Nancy Lojo for their guidance and help.
November 15, 2024
5
I like it that my doctor has years of experience. He is familiar with problems that his clients may have and is well experienced to provide treatments.
November 15, 2024
5
It was my first visit with Dr. Emerson, and I was delighted with the appointment. He covered a great deal of information about the possible results of my situation. I could not have been more delighted with my choice of urologist.
November 15, 2024
5
Everyone was so helpful. I enjoy talking with everyone.
November 13, 2024
5
Been a patient for 10+ years; examined/seen by 4 different Doctors. All have been knowledgeable, professional & caring.
November 11, 2024
5
Always great.
November 10, 2024
5
Doctor Emerson is a real pro
November 10, 2024
5
I do not think I could get better care from anyone else. Dr Emerson and his staff are fantastic. I trust them completely.
November 10, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson & Andrea are very professional and present the plan for treatment, what to expect and follow-up timing. They take the time to ease my concerns and discuss the best options and are positive about the results.
November 9, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and all the staff at Wellstar Urology are the best!
November 9, 2024
5
Excellent
November 8, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson made me feel comfortable, I was not happy to be there but he was very helpful and nice.
November 6, 2024
5
Everything and everyone at this office is professionalism personified. Front desk people are the friendliest ever. Then there is Dr. Emerson whom compares to no other doctor anywhere. He listens, he explains, he' compassionate and more than anything he wants the best for you. Best doctor ever.
November 6, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and his staff are great. They have been treating me for about the last 15 years.
November 6, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and his staff are great. They have been treating me for about the last 15 years.
November 6, 2024
5
Everything and everyone at this office is professionalism personified. Front desk people are the friendliest ever. Then there is Dr. Emerson whom compares to no other doctor anywhere. He listens, he explains, he' compassionate and more than anything he wants the best for you. Best doctor ever.
November 6, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson made me feel comfortable, I was not happy to be there but he was very helpful and nice.
November 6, 2024
5
Excellent
November 8, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and all the staff at Wellstar Urology are the best!
November 9, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson & Andrea are very professional and present the plan for treatment, what to expect and follow-up timing. They take the time to ease my concerns and discuss the best options and are positive about the results.
November 9, 2024
5
I do not think I could get better care from anyone else. Dr Emerson and his staff are fantastic. I trust them completely.
November 10, 2024
5
Doctor Emerson is a real pro
November 10, 2024
5
Always great.
November 10, 2024
5
Been a patient for 10+ years; examined/seen by 4 different Doctors. All have been knowledgeable, professional & caring.
November 11, 2024
5
Everyone was so helpful. I enjoy talking with everyone.
November 13, 2024
5
It was my first visit with Dr. Emerson, and I was delighted with the appointment. He covered a great deal of information about the possible results of my situation. I could not have been more delighted with my choice of urologist.
November 15, 2024
5
I like it that my doctor has years of experience. He is familiar with problems that his clients may have and is well experienced to provide treatments.
November 15, 2024
5
I can always count on Dr Emerson, Andrea, and Nancy Lojo for their guidance and help.
November 15, 2024
5
Excellent care
November 15, 2024
5
I received exceptional care, advice and guidance in determining future treatment options currently available to choose. It was most comforting and reassuring to learn more about the details of the challenges ahead. I am most appreciative of the professionalism of Dr. Emerson and his supporting staff, Andrea in particular.
November 16, 2024
5
I've always held Dr. Emerson and the staff in highest regard.
November 16, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and nurse Andrea were the most cordial and helpful.
November 16, 2024
5
Nice and professional service
November 16, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson was an absolute delight, as was his assistant Andrea. I wish ALL doctors had his "bedside manner."
November 16, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is knowledgeable, a great communicator, and a great listener. I wish all doctors were as good at their craft as he is. I always want to note that Jada at the front desk and Christian at checkout were bright and cheerful at my early morning appointment.
November 22, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson is great! Knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Listens and takes the time necessary for my condition.
November 22, 2024
4
My doctor prescribed a new medication to replace an existing medication. I felt a little pressure moving to the new medication. That may be partly due to my reluctance to even take medication to begin with.
November 24, 2024
5
Dr Emerson was very professional but also very personable.
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson is great, I trust him completely with my care. Wouldn't go to anyone else
December 4, 2024
5
The staff was very knowledgeable, courteous, and outstanding
December 4, 2024
5
Coming to this office is always a pleasure! Office staff is ALWAYS pleasant and efficient. (Loved the way the office was decorated for the holidays)
December 4, 2024
5
Dr Emerson and Andrea always do an excellent job for me!
December 5, 2024
5
Emerson is great and so are the nurses.
December 5, 2024
5
Dr. Emerson and his staff are excellent. They are professional, courteous and thorough. I feel I am getting the best guidance and care from them.
December 5, 2024
Publications and Articles
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.
