
James J Lah, MD, PhD
Memory and Cognitive Disorders Neurology
Highlights
Languages
- English
About James J Lah
Emory Affiliation
Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice
Academic Title
Associate Professor
Director, Cognitive Neurology Program
Year Started Practicing
1996
About the Provider
Interpretive Services
Academic Profile
Locations
- Emory Brain Health Center
- 12 Executive Park Drive Northeast, Ste 500, Atlanta, GA 30329
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-3444
Expertise
Education
- Medical Education: Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health, PhD
- Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Neurology, 1996
- Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Neurology, 1993
- Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Internal Medicine, 1993
- Medical Education: Ohio State University College of Medicine, MD, 1992
- Professional Education: Ohio State University College of Medicine, PhD, 1992
Board Certifications
- Neurology: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 1998
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
180 ratingsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2026
Dr Lah is the finest physician I've met. I am so fortunate ti be under his care. He is simply outstanding!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/24/2026
Dr. Lah - The best Dr. Experience we ever had. - Wonderful Doctor and man.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2026
Dr Lah was incredibly caring and kind to us. He included my husband in the discussion and immediately put us both at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2026
Dr. Lah is amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Dr. Lah was warm, welcoming, listened well, answered my questions, recommended a plan of action.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2026
Dr Lah was very thorough in explaining all the pros and cons of my treatment. He answered all my questions and gave me the opportunity to participate in the decision about next steps. I'm very thankful to have Dr Lah and I completely trust him with my care. He is a tremendous asset to the Emory team and I appreciate him so much.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr. Lah was very easy to communicate and feel comfortable with. His explanation was easy to understand, and he was specific and to the point regarding my case. The conversation was relaxed and hopeful. We left feeling very positive about the care we will receive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Dr Lah is knowledgeable, personable and professional. He also is patient answering our questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2026
Both Nurse Practitioner and Doctor could not have been anymore perfect in helping us feel comfortable, important, informed, and cared for appropriately. They spent a great deal of time with us to make certain we were comfortable with our chosen direction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2025
Dr Lah explained everything that he was doing very thoroughly. He told me all the risks, and he answered all my questions. I was very at ease throughout the entire experience and I have total confidence in Dr. Lah.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2025
Dr LAH was fantastic. Loved how he answered questions and explained everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
Dr. Leah was very engaging and explained all of the diagnosis clearly. Provided me with much information prior to our visit so we would be prepared with questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Dr. Lah answered every question professionally and made us feel comfortable about the procedure. There were no complications or pain after the procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
Absolutely professional and considerate of time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2025
Dr Lah spent 2hrs plus explaining my health issue and answering my questions and my husband's. He explained my treatment plan in detail. He was compassionate and articulate. I am very glad he is my neurologist as I navigate my illness.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2025
I cannot say enough about Dr Lah. He is everything a patient needs and I appreciate how he took time to allow me to express myself and making sure I understood him.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
Excellent experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2025
Great experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
Super experience. Dr Lah was very informative, he took his time and provided excellent detail and explanations of my condition.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
I feel happy to have Dr. Lah as my provider for this neurological care!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Thorough, clear, excellent in every way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
A very caring and thorough physician. He listened to what I said. He went through all my records that I had since my fall and hospitalization and explained all things that I hadn't known. He did bloodwork to make sure I was improving. He encouraged me. Di Lah is sensational.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr Lah was wonderful. He was genuinely interested in me and my health concerns. He examined me and discussed next steps.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2025
Staff and doctor were both very conscientious, thorough and pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2025
I feel so fortunate to have Dr. Lah as my doctor. In addition to his deep expertise, he is compassionate, never rushes and has a great sense of humor. This helps me understand and accept my MCI.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2025
I am extremely pleased with Dr. Lah's interactions with me. He is prompt in responding to my MyChart messages and fully addresses my concerns. My grade would be A+!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2025
Very good team of working caregivers working as a C one unit team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
Dr. Lah was extremely responsive to our concerns and answered all my questions well (to the extent that anyone could). He suggested several important additional services we might also find valuable and took steps to get us connected with them. Outstanding kin every way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/30/2025
Dr. Law is an exceptional, cognitive, neurologist and caregiver
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
Dr. Lay was very thorough explaining diagnosis and treatment. He explained all options so that I was comfortable making my decision to what treatment to receive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
Excellent. We love Dr. Lah.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
Excellent physician with superior communication skills
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
Dr Lau was superb
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2024
A very good experience. Dr. Lah always takes time with me and makes helpful suggestions. He is patient and kind has a wonderful sense of humor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Dr Lah is very good. He puts the patient at ease and explains his thoughts extremely well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
Very compassionate and caring doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2024
Dr. Lah was very detailed but spoke in a language that I understood. He answered every question. Dr. Lah explained the trials for the drug to be used for treatment included the possible benefits and possible risks. Made me feel confident about our division to move forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
I appreciated the time taken to go over test results. He encouraged questions and never made me feel rushed. He made me feel that my opinions, questions, feelings were all very important!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Dr Lah was excellent in his knowledge, his demeanor, his compassion and his treatment. His kindness helped me to relax so that I could listen to what he had to say. Five stars for sure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2024
Dr. Lah explained the whole process of what was going to happen and was concerned that I was comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Dr. Lah is an outstanding communicator around a very difficult topic. Highest recommendation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2024
I was very impressed with Dr Lah. His knowledge, bedside manner and compassion were all excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2024
Dr. Lah explained everything perfectly. Due to his explanation we were able to understand our testing choices. He made us feel that we were the only people he needed to see. He spent a lot of time with us, it was relaxed. We felt very well informed. Thanks to Doctor Lah, we felt we were in good hands.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2024
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2024
Depends on the out come.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2024
I highly appreciate Dr. James Lah's professionalism, patience in listening to me, helpful and understandable explanation of the situation, and discussing the available treatment options. Please convey my thanks to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2024
Dr Lah took care to explain my disease process in lay terms I could understand! I feel honored to have Dr Lah serve as my neurologist! He is both
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
Listened carefully to what I said and responded to questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
Dr. Lah was very comprehensive and engaging - thank you!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2024
By far the best provider I have encountered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2024
Dr Lah was wonderful. Very personable, knowledgeable and kind
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2024
Treatment not provided yet. I'm ok to wait
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Skilled communicator. Provides detailed and understandable information.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2024
Very personable and caring. Explained my treatments very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2024
Dr. Lah is outstanding in his knowledge, skill, and concern for patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
I was very impressed with Dr. Lah. He answered my questions and provided recommendations on what I should be doing to retain mental acuity now and ongoing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Exceptional clinical experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2024
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2024
All aspects of our visit was exceptionally good and the Doctor provided excellent help in explaining my situation and answering all of our questions concerning my health and what possibilities might be in my future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Just an overall good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Dr. Lah is wonderful. We are so grateful he is my doctor .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
Perfection.. Thorough explanation Fabulous sense of humor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2024
Dr Lah is professional, communicative and invested in his patients. Fabulous model for physicians.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2024
Dr. Lah provided exceptional care in all aspects of my visit! He took the time to answer questions and explained my diagnosis in-depth. . It rare to find a provider like Dr. Lah. My wife and I both agree, we wish there were more providers like him in medicine.
