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Douglas A Murphy

Douglas A Murphy, MD

5.0222 ratings

Cardiac Surgery

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Douglas A Murphy

Emory Affiliation

Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

Professor

Year Started Practicing

1986

About the Provider

Dr. Murphy is one of the most experienced robotic heart surgeons in the world. For the past 15 years, Dr. Murphy has focused his career on endoscopic intracardiac surgery using robotic instrumentation. Dr. Murphy has performed over 2000 robotic endoscopic mitral valve procedures and more than 2500 robotically assisted procedures. He continues to teach his completely endoscopic approach, the LEAR technique (Lateral Endoscopic Approach using Robotics) to teams from all over the world. He served as principal investigator in 2002 for the daVinci Surgical System technology, leading the first U.S. Cardiac surgery team in clinical trials in intracardiac surgery and coronary bypasses prior to the FDA approval.  Because of his achievements, Emory Saint Joseph's was named the exclusive cardiac southeastern training center for the daVinci system in 2004.

Professional Memberships

American College of Cardiology

International Society for Minimally Invasive Cardiothoracic Surgery

Southern Thoracic Surgical Association

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.

Awards

Atlanta's Top Doctors, Atlanta Magazine, 2014-2018

Locations

  1. Emory Cardiothoracic Surgery at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
    • 5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Harrison Pavilion, Ste 200, Atlanta, GA 30342
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Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Thoracic Surgery, 1983
  • Residency: Massachuestts General Hospital, General Surgery, 1981
  • Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital, General Surgery, 1978
  • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1977
  • Internship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Internal Medicine, 1976
  • Medical Education: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, MD, 1975

Board Certifications

  • Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery: American Board of Thoracic Surgery, 1984
  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 1982

Ratings & Reviews

5 out of 5

222 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/15/2026

    Dr. Murphy explained my heart problems in very easy to understand terms. He is very down to earth and you can tell he lives what he does and really cares for his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Dr. Murphy is a tremendous communicator as well as compassionate and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/22/2026

    My experience couldn't have been better!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    The experience at Emory-St. Jo, was the best I have ever had at any medical facility or with any medical team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2025

    Great explanations, fine plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/7/2025

    Very thorough and efficient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    Very professional and explained everything to me about my condition and upcoming procedure

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Dr. Murphy is world class

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2025

    Dr Murphy is outstanding Says it like it is no him hawing around Wish every Dr was like him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Dr. Murphy is fantastic! He is so kind and helped put my mind at ease prior to surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2025

    Both PA and doctor were excellent and I felt fully informed and had time to ask questions and really understand what I was being told.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    Took all time needed

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr Murphy was very thorough. He decided I wasn't a candidate for robotic surgery so he referred me to Dr Miller

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Dr. Murphy excellent in explaining what is happening, and solutions to better treatment,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr. Murphy's and his staff have gone above all my expectations at this point. I would highly recommend him and is staff.

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

    We cannot say enough about the personal care and professionalism of Dr. Murphy and every member of his team we have encountered.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    Dr. Murphy was awesome! He listened.. Went over the procedures, the risks, recovery, and. Answered my questions . I feel like he is the one to do my surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2025

    The doctor was easy to understand. He used discussion and a physical model to describe the problem and how to fix it. He was a compassionate listener, took questions, and gave us all the time we needed. Most important he understood the patient's emotional state.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2025

    Experience could not have been better.

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

    Would recommend him to anyone

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

    Dr. Murphy was superb!

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

    Excellent experience.

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

    Dr. Murphy is considered the best for a reason. He takes to explain everything and to answer all questions.

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

    Dr Murphy is professional, caring, compassionate and enraging. He patiently answers all questions and explains everything well. He is the best doctor I have had, both in skill and in his interactions with me and my family. A 5 isn't adequate, 100 is better

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

    Excellent office, best physician's office I'm ever experienced

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

    Dr and ARNP took all the time we needed to feel comfortable about my treatment plan

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/18/2025

    I trust Dr Murphy He should be everyone's first and only call.

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

    Dr. Murphy is very easy to communicate with. Has an excellent bedside manner!

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

    We we're very happy with the entire process with Dr. Murphy's office, from the initial visit through the final visit after the procedure. Everything was clear, cordial, informative, and efficient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2025

    Very nice Dr, feel blessed with the service I have been given

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

    My experience exceeded my expectations.

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

    Very thorough in explaining post op care to insure patient understanding. Addressed all my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2024

    Dr. Murphy was very knowledgeable and explained my health concerns and options very well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2024

    Dr. Murphy was meant to be my surgeon, I feel so fortunate to have him heading the team that is going to be repairing my heart valve, I am not worthy. I see Dr Murphy not only as my heart surgeon, but also he has the ability to figure out where my head is at, in an effort to to make me feel calm, secure, and confident, and I cant tell you how much that is appreciated.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2024

    Excellent analysis and treatment of my genetic mitral valve anomaly! Dr Murphy is the best! Awesome surgery!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2024

    Dr. Murphy was so conscientious and caring !

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2024

    Dr. Murphy get an A+ from me! Absolutely amazing surgeon and doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2024

    Dr Murphy is amazing! So thankful for his explanations and answering of every question we had for my upcoming surgery. Much appreciated.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2024

    Dr. Murphy was very compassionate. He addressed all my concerns and answered all my questions. His entire team was kind. It was a comfort to know how much safety was prioritized. I am thankful I chose Dr. Murphy and ESJH for my surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2024

    Dr Murphy is an excellent doctor and explains everything very thoroughly

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2024

    Dr Murphy and Amanda were both amazing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/22/2024

    Dr. Murphy has been the best surgeon I have dealt with. Excellent bedside manner. Most thorough explanations and options and discussion of outcomes of any dr I have seen. Would highly recommend.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/15/2024

    Dr. Murphy explained everything clearly to us and answered all of our questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2024

    Old school customers service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2024

    Amanda and Dr. Murphy were absolutely wonderful. They explained everything to me. Amanda went over my healthcare history with me. Dr. Murphy explained what was wrong with my heart and explained what he would do. Both of them were exceptional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/8/2024

    Knowing that the surgeon is one of the best in the world at performing the surgery, I required is, of course itself quite comforting. Nevertheless, he has a very warm and engaging manner, a nice sense of humor, and his staff, and particularly Amanda, Alyssa and Melissa with whom I had the most contact, reflected his attitude and approach, and we're also wonderful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2024

    Everything explained well.