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Heather Hipp

Heather Hipp, MD

4.9186 ratings

Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

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Languages

  • English

About Heather Hipp

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

Associate Professor

Program Director, REI

Year Started Practicing

2016

About the Provider

Heather Hipp, MD
Program Director, Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility Fellowship
Heather Hipp, MD, is an associate professor in the Emory University School of Medicine and the program director for the Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility fellowship. She is originally from Atlanta and graduated from Duke University with a double major in Biology and English. She then worked at the National Institutes of Health as an IRTA in Rockville, Maryland for two years studying genetic associations with addiction disorders and chronic pain. Following this basic science research, she matriculated at Emory University for her M.D and graduated cum laude. She stayed at Emory for her residency in Gynecology and Obstetrics, where she served as Administrative Chief Resident for her final year, and her fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. 
She is actively involved in clinical care of her patients at Emory Reproductive Center and introduced the Reproductive Endocrine clinic at Grady Memorial Hospital, where she works once a week. She currently serves as the subspecialty resident educator for the Emory Gynecology & Obstetrics residents for their REI rotations and is on the Resident Clinical Competency and Program Evaluation committees.
Dr. Hipp has won multiple clinician, teaching and patient satisfaction awards, including membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha National Medical Honor Society as a resident and the Emory University School of Medicine Mentoring award in 2022. She is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. She serves on the Medical Advisory Board for Team Maggie for a Cure, an Atlanta-based charitable foundation that provides support for women seeking fertility preservation prior to cancer treatment, and is the chair of the Education Committee for the American Society for Reproductive Medicine
Dr. Hipp's prior research has focused on women who are carriers for the fragile X mutation and their risk of Primary Ovarian Insufficiency. She is on the National Fragile X Foundation Scientific and Clinical Advisory Committee. She has also published work on national trends and outcomes of in-vitro fertilization (IVF) using data from the CDCl's National Assisted Reproductive Technology surveillance system and SART. Dr. Hipp has presented her work in multiple peer-reviewed journals and at national scientific and clinical meetings, including American Society for Reproductive Medicine and the International Fragile X Conference.
 

Professional Memberships

  • American Society for Reproductive Medicine
  • Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
  • Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society
  • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  • National Fragile X Foundation Scientific and Clinical Advisory Committee

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

  • PGP Diamond Provider Award, Emory University, FY22, Top 1% Nationwide Patient satisfaction awards for specialty, 2022 
  • 2022 Emory University School of Medicine Researcher Appreciation Day Recognition 
  • Emory University School of Medicine Mentoring Award, 2022 
  • 2022 Atlanta Parent’s “Mom-Approved Doctor” 
  • 2022 Emory School of Medicine Educator Appreciation Day Recognition
  • 2022 Atlanta Magazine Top Doctor Award
  • American Society for Reproductive Medicine 2021 Annual Scientific Congress Prize Paper for Health Disparities (Senior Author), 2021
  • Excellence in Teaching in Outpatient setting, Emory Gynecology and Obstetrics Department Award, 2021
  • Emory School of Medicine Doctors’ Day Recognition, 2021
  • Emory Alliance for Women in Medicine and Science (EAWiMS) “Rising Star” Female Faculty member, 2021
  • PGP Platinum Provider Award, Emory University, FY20, Top 10% Nationwide Patient satisfaction awards for specialty, 2020
  • PGP Platinum Provider Award, Emory University, FY19, Top 10% Nationwide Patient satisfaction awards for specialty, 2019
  • 2018 CREST Scholar, ASRM/NICHD/DUKE Clinical Research Reproductive Scientist Training, 2018

Locations

  1. Emory Reproductive Center
    • 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 18, Atlanta, GA 30308
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Reproductive Endocrinology, 2016
  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Ob/Gyn, 2013
  • Medical Education: Emory University School of Medicine, MD, 2009

Board Certifications

  • Reproductive Endocrinology/Infertility: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2018
  • Obstetrics and Gynecology: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2014

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

186 ratings

The 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.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    Dr. Anderson and Dr. Hipp took their time with explaining likely causes of infertility and the next steps!

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

    She gave me hope! Very pleased with her care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    I was so impressed by Dr. Hipp and trust her with my care. She was obviously knowledgeable and competent, but was also compassionate and empathetic. She answered all of my questions and made it clear that she supported me as a patient, physically and emotionally.

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

    Dr. Hipp is the best!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/12/2026

    Dr Heather Hipp has been a game changer in terms of my general wellbeing and health outcomes right from day one.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/21/2025

    Expert in her field. Extremely compassionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2025

    De. Hipp was extremely informative. I was nervous initially. However, her calm demeanor and voice was calming and reassuring.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2025

    Dr. Hipp took the time to actually explain everything and educate us on our options.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/8/2025

    My experience was amazing. Dr Hipp is very knowledgeable, professional and compassionate. I'm thankful for her care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    Dr Hipp was excellent. Professional, considerate and helped me through an uncomfortable procedure. Appreciate her expertise!

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

    10/10 on all fronts

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2025

    Everyone I spoke to was excellent and I felt like they were really listening to me rather than just thinking about whatever their next thing was.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Bien

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    We love doctor Hipp and her team!

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

    Dr. Hipp was Supportive, Understanding, Empathetic, and Amazing!! I am grateful for her being my provider.

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

    Only thing I wish I'd gotten more of was a description of what to do / not do later that day or what symptoms are normal or to be concerned about

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/14/2025

    Such wonderful information to inform my fertility options. Thank you!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/29/2025

    We will always be grateful for Dr. Hipp and the role she has played in helping us build our family. She and her entire team are kind, efficient, intelligent, thoughtful, professional and caring.

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

    Everything was very detailed to ensure that I understood the next steps in my process.

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

    The care I received from Dr. Hipp was truly top notch. She expressed empathy and truly wanted to be thought partners in deciding next steps. Every question I asked (and there were quite a few) was met with respect and a thoughtful response.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2025

    Dr. Hipp is absolutely amazing! She's listens to both spouses, explains things well to make sure we understand and shows so much care and compassion!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/17/2025

    If my nurse could not answer my question or if my doctor needed to be involved, she was notified and was brought into the portal discussions or phone calls right away. Dr Hipp is so caring and understanding. She makes a procedure comfortable and easy.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2025

    We loved meeting Dr. Hipp. She was empathetic and informative and we hope to get to work with her in the future.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2025

    Dr. Hipp was so nurturing and caring. Her compassion made me feel at ease.

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

    Provider was great, process following initial appointment has been confusing and frustrating.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/18/2025

    Wonderful experience. Dr. Hipp's bedside manner is excellent. She clearly explained all care options and follow up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2025

    Dr Hipp is wonderful!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2025

    Good

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

    Dr Hipp is truly a gem and I am so grateful to have her leading my reproductive care over the last two years! She is always attentive, quick to respond to questions/concerns and provide answers/solutions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2024

    Dr. Hipp is knowledgeable, compassionate and efficient. She asks pertinent questions and takes time to answer any of our questions. We never feel rushed. We can tell that she really cares for her patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2024

    Dr. Hipp is the best provider I met. She genuinely cares about you and takes the time to answer all your questions. I don't think I would have had the same great outcome if I didn't meet her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2024

    Dr. Hipp performed my embryo transfer. She explained the procedure in detail, and made sure I was feeling ok every step. She is very detailed and made sure the entire process was correctly done. I feel so blessed to have met her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2024

    Dr Hipp was amazing. I had so many off the wall questions and she was able to listen and ease my nervousness.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/1/2024

    Dr Hipp is truly the best! She takes time to explain evidence based treatments that are recommended, listen to questions or concerns, and always makes sure to give follow up instructions for further questions or procedures. She is truly an example of best care!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2024

    Dr. Hipp is outstanding. She is so kind and supportive, showing utmost compassion and care for her patients, while being incredibly knowledgeable and skilled at her profession. I can not express my gratitude enough, nor can I rave about her enough!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2024

    Dr. Hipp was amazing. It was my first time meeting her and she was so friendly and pleasant. I was worried since Dr. Schirmer had been my provider but when she introduced herself I knew I was in good hands.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2024

    Dr Hipp is the best!! So attentive and informative. She genuinely cares, and her notes are so thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2024

    Dr. Hibb was so informative and compassionate. She made me feel very seen and answered all of my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/27/2024

    Dr. Hipp and Dr. Diego are amazing! They created a safe, supportive environment and showed genuine concern and care about me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2024

    I rave about Dr. Hipp to my friends, and we've barely started the IVF process. She is extremely kind and patient with all of our questions. She does an excellent job of explaining very complex processes in a way that we can digest and understand. I never feel rushed when meeting with Dr. Hipp.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2024

    I believe everyone went above and beyond to give excellent care. There were multiple IV sticks that were uncomfortable with Lidocaine stick that hurt and seemed to make the IV sticks dbl the pain. After the surgery I had an allergic reaction to something and my arm had an unknown rash.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2024

    I've already recommended several people to Emory

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2024

    Dr. Hipp is one of the best. She cried with me, sat with the pain and fear but also provided hope and medical facts.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2024

    Dr.Hipp is amazing and seems to genuinely show concern. I really appreciate her!

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

    She wasn't very concerned about my reason for the visit (fertility support). She spent the entire appointment complaining about scheduling and lack of other providers.

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

    Dr Hipp is truly the best and makes me feel as though I am her only priority during our interactions. Emory is lucky to have her!