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George Marshall Lyon III

George Marshall Lyon III, MD

4.995 ratings

Infectious Diseases

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About George Marshall Lyon III

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

Professor

Director of Transplant Infectious Diseases

Year Started Practicing

2003

About the Provider

Dr. Lyon practices primarily transplant infectious diseases. He has a clinical and research interest in fungal infections and CMV infections, among others. After training in New England, he has a clinical interest in Lyme disease. He was a member of the Emory Team Ebola in 2014 and continues to actively conduct research on patient and healthcare worker safety in high-level biocontainment units. 

Professional Memberships

American Medical Association

Infectious Diseases Society of America

Massachusetts Medical Society

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

Outstanding Teacher - Emory Inf Dis 2010

Daisy National Patient Safety Award - 2015

Locations

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

Education

  • Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital, Infectious Disease, 2003
  • Residency: Duke University Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 1998
  • Medical Education: Marshall University School of Medicine, MD, 1994

Board Certifications

  • Infectious Disease: American Board of Pediatrics, 2002
  • Pediatrics: American Board of Pediatrics, 1998
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 1998

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

95 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Very knowledgeable, patient, caring and concerning about my overall health...

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Dr. Lyon is a caring and awonderful doctor he makes sure I am update to date on everything

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Provides great care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/7/2025

    Dr. Lyon listened to everything I had to say and never once made me feel as though my concerns were unreasonable or dismissed. Instead, he showed compassion, patience, and understanding. I felt heard and supported. Most importantly, he laid out a thoughtful and clear plan for how we should proceed with my health issues. His kindness, professionalism, and genuine concern made a world of difference, and I am deeply grateful for the care he has provided.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    I will strongly recommend the care provider. His concern about my well being physical and emotionally. He explained other opportunities to help with migraine when driving and working from home.

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

    Everyone is wonderful and caring

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

    Dr. Lyon Took the time necessary to assess my situation. I felt listened to and considered and am Glad to have him guiding me through this illness.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2025

    Dr. Lyon is terrific.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2025

    Impressed with the level of concern about my problem. Listened carefully and formed a plan while including my input. I felt respected.

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

    DR LYON was excellent. He listened well, then ask many questions to determine best treatment option. He was also a very kind and down to earth man.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/25/2025

    Very concerned with my symptoms

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/25/2025

    First time seeing Dr Lyon and I am very excited to be in his care. He was very through and caring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2024

    Very thorough, with good insight into current issue

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

    Dr Lyon was phenomenal.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2024

    I love it!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2024

    We are blessed to have him. Thank you

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2024

    Great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2024

    Dr. Lyon and his staff is great!