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Elizabeth Madeline Hechenbleikner

Elizabeth Madeline Hechenbleikner, MD

4.9177 ratings

Minimally Invasive General SurgeryBariatric SurgeryGeneral Surgery

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Elizabeth Madeline Hechenbleikner

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

Assistant Professor

Year Started Practicing

2018

About the Provider

Dr. Hechenbleikner received her MD degree from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 2009. Her postgraduate training included a general surgery residency at Georgetown University Hospital (2009-2011, 2014-2017); a surgical research fellowship at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, during which she conducted studies related to colon cancer (2011-2014); a resident scholarship in patient safety and quality, also at Johns Hopkins (2013-2014); and a laparoscopic and advanced gastrointestinal surgery fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital (2017-2018).

During her residency at Georgetown University Hospital, she assisted in the development and implementation of an auditing tool to evaluate adherence to surgical time-out and debriefing processes in the operating room across surgical specialties.

Dr. Hechenbleikner's primary clinical site is Emory University Hospital Midtown, where she focuses on acute care surgery and bariatric surgery.

Professional Memberships

Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons

Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract

American College of Surgeons

American College of Surgeons (GA Chapter)

Association for Academic Surgery

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

Marie J. Simonian Award for Excellence in Clinical Research, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, 2013, 2016

First Place, Resident Research Forum and Paper Competition (Commission on Cancer Category), American College of Surgeons' Maryland Chapter Annual Meeting, 2012

Locations

  1. Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus
    • 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 14, Atlanta, GA 30308
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  2. Emory Bariatrics Center
    • 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 7, Atlanta, GA 30308
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Mount Sinai Hospital, Surgery, 2018
  • Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, General Surgery, 2017
  • Fellowship: Georgetown University Hospital, General Surgery, 2014
  • Fellowship: John Hopkins Hospital, General Surgery, 2014
  • Residency: Georgetown University Hospital, General Surgery, 2011
  • Internship: Georgetown University Hospital, General Surgery, 2010
  • Medical Education: University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, MD, 2009

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2018

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

177 ratings

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

    Great Md

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2026

    I LOVE MY TEAM!!!!!'nTHANK YOU GOD!!!!!ALL IS WELL!!!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2026

    Everyone was very accommodating, and Dr Hechenbleikner in particular was fantastic. She answered every question, and very open and honest about the treatment options, and explained things thoroughly, even using the whiteboard to draw out how the surgery will go. Great "bedside manner" and clearly exceptionally knowledgeable. I'm totally confident that I'm in very good hands.

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

    Very attentive and a great listener. Explaining the pros & cons.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/16/2026

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2026

    As always, Dr.H was thorough in her patient care assessment and my treatment plan, and provided many.opportunities for me to ask.questions. Moreover, she.did an excellent job of explaining the next steps of my treatment plan, and is a great.patient advocate. I am grateful to her for her awesome patient care, as well as grateful that I was referred to her. She is truly one of my many outstanding blessings!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    The doctor was concerned about my white blood cells count and reached out to my primary care doctor, which resulted in an appointment today

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2025

    Dr. Hechinbleichner, who I first met during an ER visit was professional, patient, knowledgeable and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2025

    Very good

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

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Dr. Hechenbleikner is, by far, the best physician I have ever seen. She explains everything clearly and cares about my quality of life. I've never met another doctor like her, and I mean that as the highest compliment.

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

    Great timing and response to the problem.

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

    Great

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

    Very good

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

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    I have never felt more cared for, heard, and understood as much as I have with this team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/15/2025

    Dr. H has been hands down the best general surgeon I've ever come in contact with. I've worked with several in my years and I can honestly say shes been the best. Her compassion, drive and ability to make you feel safe, secure, heard and taken care of go way above average. She has never made me feel any sort of way about my issues and has taken great care of me. She isnt afraid to reach out to different disciplines if she doesn't know something or if its above her specialty or scope of practice. During this specific appointment I was having a flare up with my arm and as soon as she seen how bad it had gotten in such a short amount of time she wasted no time getting me admitted and treated appropriately. She cares for her patients, their families and their overall outcomes.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/1/2025

    Dr. Elizabeth she willingness to connect me with the right specialists beyond her own field, ensuring a truly coordinated approach to my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    She was excellent! Listened to me and was very inclusive about my choices!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    I can not say enough good things about Dr H. She has an incredible bedside manner. She explains things in easy to understand language. She makes it easy to recall/remember.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    Dr. Hechenblekner is the best. She explains things very well and listens and asks questions. Wish she was closer to me!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2025

    Care giver was very thorough, patient and knowledgeable about the problem and procedure that will be performed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2025

    Doctors do not often speak in layman language, but Dr. Hechenbleikner tried with best efforts to avoid speaking out of my understanding. If she spoke with technical language, she tried to explain in layman terms what she means.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    The doctor was thorough I did not feel rushed or that my issue was less important than others. She started off by apologizing for the delay and setting the tone for what to expect.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    Great experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    Dr. Elizabeth H was really concerned about the the condition I was diagnosed and discussed the tests to be done and possible treatment for me. I am very grateful to her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/21/2025

    Dr. Elizabeth Hechenbleikner is exceptional! A skilled surgeon; one with great knowledge and care for her patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2025

    Dr. Elizabeth was very knowledgeable, professional, and patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2025

    Dr H is an incredible dr so caring and always has time to listen. When you are my age that is no always true. She is great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2024

    The doctor and her resident were fabulous. They showed great concern for my issue.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2024

    The doctor explained everything to me in a way that I could understand. She was clear about everything and I am grateful about this. I have never been to Emory before but this is the first doctor who actually listened to me about my issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/31/2024

    Dr. H has great bedside manners, very thorough in her details of explaining things and very very pleasant

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

    I am very impressed with this surgeon. Explains things in a way that I understand. Takes time to listen to me and answer my questions. Shows caring for my wellbeing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/21/2024

    Dr Elizabeth H was very thorough and provided a lot of information and listened to me. It was an impressive collaboration. Great job.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/14/2024

    The doctor explained everything to me

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2024

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2024

    Dr. Hechenbleikner is a star! A amazing physician. What an incredible asset to Emory Healthcare.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2024

    Extremely good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2024

    Care provided by Dr H who was PHENOMENAL!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2024

    I would never go to another surgeon for anything that she could take care of. She was amazing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2024

    I am very happy with this doctor. She explained things in a way that I could understand clearly. She took time to answer all my questions. She spoke to me with kindness and respect. She listened to my opinions. She answered a question for me that I have been trying get answered for over a year and She is the 3rd doctor I asked. Very good doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2024

    Thorough, her student and I learned a lot!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/1/2024

    I will definitely recommend my doctor to other. Very detail explanation of my illness.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2024

    Listened very attentively

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2024

    Dr. H is vert personable and engages the patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2024

    Dr. Elizabeth Hechenbleikner Is the best! She thoroughly explains matters, listens intently, and is an excellent care giver!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2024

    I was very impressed with this doctor. She was so thorough and made sure l understood everything that was going to take place. The nurses and other doctors and staff in the hospital were very nice and caring. Also, my surgeon's office staff and nurse made me feel very welcome. From the beginning with the hospital emergency room's staff, nurses, doctors and technicians my experience at Emory Midtown was awesone

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/14/2024

    Dr.H Is versatile in the field she does both surgery's not just one . So feel comfortable and confident in your decision with her. phenomenal doctor.

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

    Excellent Doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/20/2024

    Very easy to communicate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2024

    I fully trust Dr. Elizabeth Hechenbleikner's decisions and explanations on my hernia surgery. She appeared honestly concerned with my condition, and was thorough with explaining the entire surgical process and recovery period.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/15/2024

    Dr Hechenbleikner is one of the best doctors I've ever worked with as a patient.