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Jeffrey J Rakofsky

Jeffrey J Rakofsky, MD

4.9278 ratings

Psychiatry

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Jeffrey J Rakofsky

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

2009

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.

Locations

  1. Emory Brain Health Center

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, Psychiatry, 2009
  • Internship: Emory University School of Medicine, Psychiatry, 2006
  • Medical Education: Emory University School of Medicine, MD, 2005

Board Certifications

  • Psychiatry: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, 2010

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

278 ratings

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

    Dr. Rakofsky is a great listener and a provider I trust with my care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2026

    Fantastic as usual

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/7/2026

    Excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    He's always accessible. Video visit works just fine. He's a very good provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Very good

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

    Dr. Rakofsky is both professional and caring for my condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    Dr. Jeffrey Rakofsky is the best I would always always recommend him

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/27/2025

    Did not take suggestions into account; honed in on irrelevant cause

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

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    Dr. Rakofsky has been easy to communicate with and great addressing concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    All Good.

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

    His follow up is excellent. But I don't think he likes me.

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

    Dr. Rakofsky is the best

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

    Dr. Rakofsky has proved outstanding care for my son for the past 11 years. He is highly skilled and very responsive to our needs.

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

    Dr. Rakofsky has been my psychiatrist since 2019 and I hope we'll continue for as long as it's necessary (regular checks by expert that knows my condition are important. I doing fine)

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

    Very good

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

    Dr Rakofsky has been an incredible psychiatrist for the many years I have worked with him. He ensures that my suggestions are incorporated into my care plan (if appropriate), listens well, follows up with continuing challenges, and helps me to understand how I am doing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/4/2025

    He's always the best

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/15/2025

    The short visit (25-28 minutes) is short, so not a lot of time to talk about details of treatment.

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

    Dr. Rakofsky is the best I would recommend him to everyone. I know he has helped me immensely.

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

    Dr. Rakofsky is an excellent physician. He is so knowledgeable and helpful. He really listens and tries to understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2025

    Dr. Jeffrey is always wonderful caring listening and I am really very pleased

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

    Dr answere my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2025

    Good

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

    Always excellent standard of care. Thank always feel heard and well cared for.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/8/2025

    Very good doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/22/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/8/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/15/2025

    Ethical as they come

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

    Dr. Rakofsky has been my doctor for more than 10 years . He is knowledgeable and compassionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/28/2024

    I could not ask for a better psychiatrist. Dr. Rakofsky is excellent in every respect.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/26/2024

    Always returns my calls. He really cares about me. I trust him. He keeps me well!

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

    Dr. Rakofsky has always been listening and giving positive recommendations. He has been a great care provider since I started seeing him since 2015.

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

    Excellent

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

    A real good doctor to me throughout the years!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2024

    Dr. Rakofsky is knowledgeable and shows compassion. Great doctor.

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

    Excellent Dr. Is very compassionate to my condition

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/21/2024

    Dr. Rakofsky has been my psychiatrist for 5+ years. I value his expertise and will trust him to remain my psychiatrist formany years to come

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

    Dr. Jeffrey Rakofsky is amazing day one I started seeing him

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

    Dr. Jeff Rakofsky is a superstar in his field. He vlends knowledge and skil with empathy perfectly.

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

    Great professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2024

    Dr Rakofsky is a very caring and knowledgeable physician

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

    I was feeling insecure about changing from one medication to another but after speaking with my doctor I felt secure in our decision

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

    A Very Good Doctor makes for a very good Patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/8/2024

    Dr. Rakofsky is a very caring doctor. We feel we are in good hands. He's very through

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

    Dr Rakofsky is THE best psychiatrist I've ever seen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2024

    The doctor was very professional and listened to everything I said