
Highlights
Languages
- English
About Debbie Gunter
Emory Affiliation
Emory Physician Group Practice
Nurse Practitioner
Year Started Practicing
1996
About the Provider
Debbie has been recognized for her outstanding achievements in nursing by multiple organizations for many years. She was honored with the Georgia State Award for Clinical Excellence as a Nurse Practitioner from the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners in 2011 and was named the March of Dimes Advanced Practice Registered Nurse of the Year for Georgia in 2013 in Palliative and Hospice Care.
Debbie is a well-known invited national and international speaker and has presented over 600 nursing seminars across the country in the areas of geriatrics, medical-surgical nursing, and palliative care.
Professional Memberships
Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association
Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association
Interpretive Services
Locations
- Emory Brain Health Center
- 12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, Ste 500, Atlanta, GA 30329
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-3444
- Emory Brain Health Center
- 12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30329
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-3444
Expertise
Education
- Professional Education: Emory University-Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, Adult Nurse Practitioner, MS, 1980
Board Certifications
- Other: American Nurses Credentialing Center, 1996
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
341 ratingsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/31/2026
Dr Debbie is an angel in disguise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2026
All was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2026
Ms Gunter was compassionate and immediately put my wife at ease. My daughter (an RN) who was also on the called commented how good she was.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
Dr. Debbie Gunter was warm, patient, understanding and we truly appreciate iate her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2026
She was most knowledgeable, most friendly and open I've ever seen
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/11/2026
Debby is an excellent PA. Compassionate and knowledgeable. Takes time to listen and answers questions patiently and frankly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
Great time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
Good afternoon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
Debbie is great she listened to everything you asked and answered all questions in a way you can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2026
On time discerning and solutions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Debbie Gunter is very thorough, kind, and understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Debbie Gunter is terrific!! She is highly knowledgeable and caring. We could not be more fortunate than to work with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
I am the caregiver, Debbie Gunter is sensitive to my husband's as well as my needs/concerns. She always responds quickly and thoroughly with any concerns I may have. I am so thankful for Debbie and she has made coping with this disease so much easier. I could not be happier with Debbie Gunter and the service I receive from Emory
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Always very caring and understanding of concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
The care provider was very patient and thorough. She explained everything and listened carefully to our questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Debbie Gunter is great. A real professional!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
The written recap and Monoclonal Infusions piece were helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Ver my supportive of me during this visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
Ii was am very confident with the recommendations of my nursing practitioner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/9/2025
Went well above and beyond our expectations spending extra time making sure we were well informed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
Debbie was very thoughtful and ensured that I understood all that is going on with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
She was very friendly, understanding and compassionate. She listened to me, ask appropriate questions and dug deeper when she wanted more info. She was very concerned about my well-being and answered my questions and addressed my concerns in a caring, professional and friendly manner .Please let her know that I really appreciate her and her passion towards helping others!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2025
The level of care was palpable. Those providing services really care about me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Debbie Gunter is fabulous!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Debbie Gunter was amazing. I only wish there was a higher mark to give her. "Very good" is not enough. Excellent, Superior or Awesome would be more appropriate. One of the few times that I have truly felt valued and "seen" for my particular case.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Debbie was excellent and caring!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
No problems!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Debbie is great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Excellent.Thankful to be cared for by this provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Debbie Gunther RN is an exceptional and professional nurse. working with her Is a pleasure, she listens and understands.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Great attention
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Excellent Care. Answers all of my questions and is not in a rush!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Again, Debbie is very knowledgable, empathetic and helped evaluate problem solve and gauge opportunities.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Everyone I came in contact with was nice and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
She was concerned and caring and informative. She was an excellent listener
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Debbie Gunter was both sympathetic and informative to my problems
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
Very warm, concerned, and helpful! A good listener and not rushed!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Debbie Gunter was wonderful. She was warm, knowledgeable, and professional. We felt very fortunate to be able to work with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
We love working with Debbie. She is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Nurse Debbie Gunter is amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
Ms Gunter was professional and complete
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2025
What shocked and impressed me the most was when she took me in your arms and gave me a big hug. She was so pleased with my progress We sat and talked like we knew each other for agesShe was so pleasant and remind me of myself It was a great visit
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2025
Nurse Debbie Gunter has very good bedside manners. She listened to the concerns and provided professional guidance and resources with a caring attitude.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
First time I saw this person. She answered my questions quickly and very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2025
Excellent handling of problems!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Dr Debbie Gunter. Very caring person. Please keep her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
NP Gunther was very cordial, polite and friendly. Her heart-felt concern for the patient's wellbeing was overwhelming and very much appreciated. NP Gunther assisted with and agreed upon the best plan to try and receive the best Caregiver Support from the Veterans Administration (VA) to help my wife get the best quality of life. We discussed her current medication and her mental a d physical capabilities. NP Gunther's genuineness throughout the entire video appointment was exemplary.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/9/2025
100% recommend to others!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2025
Debbie Gunter was the most responsive caring and informative person we have met.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/22/2025
Ms. Gunther gets a 5 for exhibiting a very high degree of professionalism, compassion and clarity while explaining the pros and cons of a suggested medication and listening to my personal opinion as well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2025
Debbie is the greatest!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2025
Debbie is an excellent provider we come here because of her bc and her personal care !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
I appreciated the way I was treated and the information I was given
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Debbie was absolutely wonderful. I cannot say enough GOOD things about her. She was patient, understanding and caring. She knew exactly what we needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2025
She bent over backwards to accommodate us and answered every question we had and shared important information
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
The doctor was excellent. She took the time to listen to me, absorb the labs and other info and provide me with a diagnosis and go forward plan. She was kind, efficient, personable and very knowledgeable. She gave us the information we weren't getting from my previous doctor. I can't say enough about the great care I received and I feel very good about the future - for the first time in months. Please thank her again for me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Again- excellent service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Debbie is very helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
I was very impressed by the attention I received and communication
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2024
Good and professioonal
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
Debbie is warm, thoughtful, informative and empathetic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
As I stated earlier, NP Gunter is wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
Excellent excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/12/2024
Debbie Gunter is wonderful - caring, professional, helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
She's GREAT!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Debbie was excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2024
Debbie Gunter is a kind person who has been clearly concerned about how I have been doing, what has stayed the same, what has changed and by how much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Debbie Gunter was outstanding. A breath of fresh air from our former Nuerologist. She spent 6 times as much time with us as our former doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2024
I was very pleased about the level of care and concern for my quick recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2024
Wonderful PA. Wish they could all be like Ms. Gunter
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
I did not feel rushed and she addressed everything I brought up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
Debbie Gunter is excellent! Knowledgeable, kind, listens well and I trust her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
All excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
Debbie is exceptional about listening, assessing our needs and providing helpful solutions to problems with sincere compassion & care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
Very eager and patient to listen to my concerns as well as put a smile in my face.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Great visit this provider. Questions answered. Concerns addressed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Impressive PA!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2024
Debbie was very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2024
I appreciate working with Debbie Gunter. She is very thorough, listens to all my concerns and has sound advice and solutions. I always look forward to our meetings.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2024
Desk staff very cordial, pleasant and helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/29/2024
Debbie was outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
Very good service and caring also
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
So involved & caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
My provider was very kind, professional, and Listened to what I had to say.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2024
Excellent care and empathy demonstrated
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2024
Debbie Gunter is a true professional who shows great knowledge, understanding, and empathy when meeting with her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2024
The NP was very involved and interactive. I was very comfortable dealing with her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
Debbie Gunter is wonderful! !! Very empathetic and caring !! A very special person !!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2024
Debbie Gunter did a great job after we finally were able to see her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2024
Debbie Gunter is both professional and compassionate in every way. We will miss her!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
Debbie is so kind and patient with my mother.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2024
I'm going to miss seeing Debbie. She is a joy, and the only medical practitioner who I truly look forward to seeing on every visit!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2024
Will miss Debbie!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2024
Debbie's leaving geriatric to concentrate on dementia care is a loss to her patients. We have always had most confidence in the whole staff and will miss her care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2024
Care provider is moving on to new job
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2024
Debbie is a wonderful provider filled with compassion and knowledge of ALZ.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2024
Very patient? Informative, and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
NP Debbie Gunter has been with us throughout our journey through my mother's Alzheimer's Disease. We feel she's not just some impartial diagnostician but a true partner in her care. Our lives are better for having known her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
Debbie Gunter treats my mother with dignity, respect, and understanding. She doesn't handle her dismissively even with her current level of comprehension.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/20/2024
Ms. Gunter is excellent. Personable, personal, pleasant, professional, polite and knowledgeable. We are very pleased with her and always look forward to seeing her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2024
Debbie is always willing to listen. She advises and explains whatever is needed.Very empathic and caring. She is the best!
