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Suchita Pakkala

Suchita Pakkala, MD, MS

4.8179 ratings

Medical Oncology

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Suchita Pakkala

Emory Affiliation

Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

Associate Professor

Site Medical Director, Infusion Services, Emory University Hospital Midtown

Year Started Practicing

2010

About the Provider

A board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist, Suchita Pakkala, MD, MS, specializes in treating patients with breast cancer and thoracic malignancies such as lung cancer. Her practice is primarily based at Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown. Dr. Pakkala is an associate professor in the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Emory University School of Medicine.

She earned her medical degree from the University of Tennessee after receiving a bachelor’s degree in biology from Rhodes College and a Master of Science in physiology from Georgetown University. She completed her internal medicine residency and fellowship in hematology and medical oncology at Emory University School of Medicine.

Professional Memberships

  • American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • American Society of Hematology.

Interpretive Services

To provide the highest quality of care, interpreter services may be utilized to ensure proper communication of medical information for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and non-English speaking patients or family members.

Locations

  1. Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Hematology & Oncology, 2010
  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2007
  • Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 2005
  • Medical Education: University of Tennessee - Memphis College of Med, MD, 2004
  • Professional Education: Georgetown Univeristy, MS, 2000

Board Certifications

  • Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2010
  • Hematology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2010

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

179 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    Dr. Pakkala cares. She is understanding of concerns and thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/14/2026

    Outstanding and professional

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2026

    The doctor did not listen to me, argued with me about what occurred during my prior care (I came from a provider which I left due to constant administrative mistakes, a doctor who explained nothing to me and had very little regard for me as a person), made bizarre, illogical excuses for my prior doctor's unusual recommendations (despite not making the same recommendations herself), showed incredibly rude and unprofessional behavior, made rude comments, told me that nutrition and lifestyle didn't matter because she was only there to make what time I have left as comfortable as possible despite only having showed hard symptoms of tumor flare over the last 2 weeks. She even tried to talk me out of coming to Winship Emory for care. I came into this visit with an open mind and trust, I was very polite and honest through the entire visit. I tried to explain that my previous provider was not giving me adequate care, and this seemed to trigger her as from that point forward she acted in the ways described above.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/22/2026

    Excellence describes my provider encounter. I would no doubt recommend this provider. Compassion, concern and direction of care well explained.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/31/2025

    Great job!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    Dr. Pakkala presents my progress with the treatment plan, and recommends the next step, at each visit. She clearly explains the time line, and which procedure, will be next.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    I've been with Dr Pakkala for 6 yrs. She has been dedicated, thorough, to the point, and always professional. Thank you Dr Pakkala!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/12/2025

    Dr. Pakkala is incredibly thorough, she listens to my concerns, cares and addresses any issues I may have. She recalls my medical history each time and includes me in making decisions. She is a wonderful doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Dr. Pakkala and the nurse assistants, gave me their usual top notch and kind care. They should make a training video, on how to care for patients!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Everything was completely understood .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2025

    I will definitely recommend her

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Dr. Pakkala was patient and very kind and personable.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2025

    Dr Pakala is very impressive overall. I wish she would provide more specific feedback to me on how my cancer is progressing and what the criteria for "being in remission" is. I will specifically ask her next visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Easy to communicate with and to have my questions answered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Dr Pakala made me very comfortable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/23/2025

    Dr Pakkala was better than very good. She was excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/16/2025

    This was my first visit and I felt heard and supported

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/6/2025

    All my experiences with Dr.Pakkula today were outstanding! I've never had a Dr that demonstrated so much care and concern for my treatment plan and health habits. Her initial exam was thorough, and she explained each phase of my treatment plan. I am so grateful for Dr. Pakkula's expertise and care on this initial visit!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/26/2025

    No bad experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/12/2025

    Excellent experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2025

    I was very impressed by the doctor. My visit was for a second opinion. Not only did she listen to me, she thoroughly explained her thoughts on the available treatment options along with their risks and benefits. She took my concerns about side effects seriously and offered advice on managing them. Although, my treatment plan did not change, I have a much clearer understanding of my risk profile and why it's needed, so much so that I will be moving my care to Emory despite a much longer drive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2025

    I really appreciate Dr Pakkala's patience and thoroughness in her patient consults.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2025

    Very good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2024

    Dr, Pakkala was very patient with my questions, slowly and carefully explained my condition in plain language, the available treatments, survival rates, associated conditions, and the drugs to be used in my treatment. She seemed to be well up on the latest research, and arranged for me to get economic help with my anti-cancer drugs.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2024

    Dr Pakkala was very knowledgeable and helpful in explaining my symptoms for me to understand my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/7/2024

    Detailed explanation for my treatment plan

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2024

    excellent service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/4/2024

    Good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2024

    Great customer service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2024

    Dr Pakkala is an excellent oncologist. She is so thorough, both in the exam and the follow up. She wrote a letter to my primary care physician summarizing her findings and plan. I am impressed!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/15/2024

    Dr. Pakkala is very personable. I like that she does research and seems well informed about breast cancer and how stay healthy after treatment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/11/2024

    This doctor did an excellent job of juggling various medical factors to guide my treatment successfully. I am very grateful.