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Heather G. Gatcombe

Heather G. Gatcombe, MD

4.9379 ratings

Radiation Oncology

Telehealth Visits Available
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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Heather G. Gatcombe

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

Assistant Professor

Year Started Practicing

2010

About the Provider

Heather Gatcombe, MD, is a board-certified radiation oncologist practicing at Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Decatur. She specializes in the treatment of breast cancer.  She is actively involved in community outreach and medical education.

Dr. Gatcombe  is an assistant professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the Emory University School of Medicine.

Dr. Gatcombe graduated with honors from the University of Florida with degrees in Chemistry and Classical History.  She completed both medical school and residency at the Emory University School of Medicine.

Prior to joining Emory, she served as the medical director of the WellStar Cobb Hospital Cancer Center.

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.

Video

Locations

  1. Emory at Decatur - Radiation Oncology

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Radiation Oncology, 2010
  • Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Transitional Year, 2005
  • Medical Education: Emory University School of Medicine, MD, 2004
  • Medical Education: University of Miami School of Medicine, 2002

Board Certifications

  • Radiation Oncology: American Board of Radiology, 2011

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

379 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/4/2026

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/1/2026

    I immediately felt a heartfelt connection with Dr. Gatcombe because of her gracious dedication to my wellbeing and her excellent bedside manner. Her communication skills are excellent; very informative on all topics and she made sure I understood what was said. I heard various treatment methods and what they would mean. I wholeheartedly would recommend her! She is a gem on your staff; a real keeper!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/28/2026

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/22/2026

    Dr Gatcombe's team is absolutely awesome!Every person I encountered was caring, kind, and supportive. Dr Gatcombe sets the example!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2026

    I luv Gatcombe, her energy is healing!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2026

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Continued showing care and concerns

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    On an on a good experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    This has been a very good experience every day since I have been going

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Dr. Gatcombe is wonderful physician!

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

    The doctor was very thorough and eased my mind regarding my treatment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    I couldn't ask for a better doctor. She is terrific.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    Everything was great!

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

    I love Dr. Gatcombe. I am so glad that Dr. Sunkara recommended her. She is very knowledgeable and I trust her with my treatment.

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

    Dr. Gatcombe and staff were great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    The provider arrived early, which I greatly appreciated, especially given my previous experience of waiting an hour in Dr. Gandhi's office. The provider was informative, professional, and kind throughout the visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Dr. Gatcombe was extremely helpful, kind, professional. Great doctor!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Very professional and knowledgeable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Good

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

    Dr.Gatcombe, is simply the best!! She has a caring and empathetic heart and great personality. Shev listens and makes sure I understand. I would often her question for clarity about concerns from others on my care team. Thankk you Dr. Gatcombe for your support and your genuineness.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Dr. Heather Gatcombe was especially helpful, warm, kind, explained things so I could understand them. I would highly recommend Dr. Gatcombe to anyone!! Excellent physician!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/23/2025

    Both the nurse and physician was very informative.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    Great experience with staff! And Dr. Gatcombe. I enjoyed my visits very caring.

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

    All were friendly and efficient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/3/2025

    Great experience

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

    My doctor is excellent - patient, actively listens to my questions, answers and explain things very clearly - love my doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    Doctor was very kind, compassionate and well versed with my medical file

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    I really liked meeting Dr. Gatcombe. She was very easy-going and friendly, yet very knowledgeable, and she allayed my fears about radiation therapy. She had already looked at some studies pertinent to my situation. Being a scientist myself, I really value when a physician is following the latest research and trying to do the best for the patient. She provided treatment options and waited for my response. She did not hurry me along and didn't even ask that we needed to make a decision right there and then. Although after listening to her explanation of risk reduction, I felt pretty certain about the treatment option that I would choose - of course, with her and my medical oncologist's advice and consent. I was totally satisfied with Dr. Gatcombe's care and bedside manner and have complete trust in her going forward.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2025

    Dr G is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Would recommend to others

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Dr. Heather was very attentive and listened to any concerns I had.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Dr. Gatcombe is simply THE BEST!! I immediately cheer up when I visit with her because she demonstrates such a caring attitude, she actively listens to your questions and gives you the answers you are looking for even though you may not have phrased your question correctly. I just love Dr. Gatcombe..she's the greatest!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    Video with Dr Gatcombe was great! Conducted our business in less than 5 minutes.

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

    I understand this will happen breakage of the skin and it hurts very much or stings and I know it's to be expected. I still felt bad about it and it's not much anyone could tell someone that is going through this process

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

    Super nice and informative!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Dr. Gatcombe was calming and thorough in her discussions about the radiation procedure and side effects along with how to treat them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Very patient and answered questions so that I could understand everything that would be happening

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    Very well great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/17/2025

    No bad experience at all everyone was excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Dr Gatcombe is one of the best physicians on my team

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

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2025

    Your team at Radiation oncology is excellent Sutch carry and concerning people bravo

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2025

    I would "PROUDLY" recommend Emory Breast Cancer Health Care @ (2665/2675 )Blogs. 2701 No. Decatur Rd.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2025

    Excellent all the way including allowing me to add another person to discussions via cell phone.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/22/2025

    2 appts both Lacey King and Heather Gatcombe. Both they and their staffs were professional and compaasionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2025

    Dr Gatcombe is wonderful. She is caring and takes time to explain treatment. She also managed to get us in for a ct scan the same day.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2025

    Shows true concerns well being

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2025

    Doctor provided refresh on radiation education and also reviewed consent form with me. Dr Gatcombe showed concern for my questions, gave good explanations about my condition and planned treatment, included my feedback in decisions about my care, and discussed treatment options. I would happily recommend this Doctor to others.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2025

    Dr. Gatcombe is one of the most approachable and personable doctors I've ever worked with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2024

    I have total confidence that everyone in this office is committed to giving me the best possible outcome.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/21/2024

    Good

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

    Dr. Gatcombe is very patient and always suggests additional therapies to address/ rectify my concerns .

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

    Beyond grateful that she is one of my doctors on this journey. She is genuine and compassionate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2024

    Absolutely a wonderful experience as these people are full of real compassion, understanding and encouragement

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2024

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/16/2024

    Dr. Gatcombe was very caring during my visit. She listened well and answered my question completely.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2024

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/27/2024

    Words can't describe the respect and trust I have for Dr Gatcombe. She treats me like a patient but a woman, a human being. She takes the time to listen and dose not grow tired of me. She shows compassion and concern. She is one of the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/16/2024

    Offered 2 additional consultations to help in my choosing the correct procedure

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2024

    Dr. Gatcombe was filling in for Dr. Patel, but I felt confident in her abilities.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/23/2024

    Dr. Gotcombe was excellent and communicated about how we will proceed excellently.

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

    I had a very positive experience under the care of Dr. Gatcombe. She showed a sincere desire to listen and address my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2024

    The doctor did enough job putting me ease and making me feel comfortable