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Meenakshi Thirunavu

Meenakshi Thirunavu, MD

4.9438 ratings

Medical Oncology

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Highlights

Languages

  • English
  • Tamil
  • Hindi

About Meenakshi Thirunavu

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

Assistant Professor

Year Started Practicing

2008

About the Provider

Meena Thirunavu, MD, is an assistant professor and serves as director of the Division of General Hematology and Medical Oncology in the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Thirunavu at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and Emory Buford Clinic. Board certified in hematology and medical oncology, she specializes in the treatment of a wide range of oncologic and hematologic disorders with particular interest in breast cancer, lymphomas, cancer genetics and coagulation disorders.

She was in practice in the Midwest for six years before joining the faculty at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University in Atlanta.

Dr. Thirunavu received her medical training at Government Medical College in Trivandrum, India. She completed her internal medicine residency at the University of Texas Southwestern Residency Programs in Austin, Texas. During her residency, she received the Outstanding Hematology/Oncology Resident Award. She also served as the Internal Medicine Chief Resident in her fourth year. She completed her fellowship in hematology/oncology at the University of Kansas Medical Center with special training in breast oncology.

Professional Memberships

  • American Society of Clinical Oncology
  • American Society of Hematology
  • American Medical Association

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 Johns Creek Hospital Campus

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: University of Kansas Medical Center, Hematology & Oncology, 2008
  • Residency: University of Texas Medical Branch (Austin) Program, Internal Medicine, 2005
  • Medical Education: Government Medical College-Trivandrum, MD, 1997

Board Certifications

  • Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2008
  • Hematology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2008

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

438 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Dr had scheduler follow up with additional screening

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    Dr Thirunavu is absolutely the best. I am lucky to be assigned to her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    Dr Thrirunav world class I never recommend anything to anyone else

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

    Very professional in all aspects going over my questions and explaining the pros and cons of each one as it relates to any follow up questions I may have as well as if there are different options for care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/1/2026

    I give her the highest marks!Outstanding

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2025

    Grateful for the care provided

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

    The care provider's expertise and manner are excellent. However, having to wait over an hour to be seen is not.

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

    Excellent professional care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Dr. Tirunava is very nice

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

    Very helpful and professional,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    I absolutely never recommend anything to anyone else

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

    I love Dr T she is caring and thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    The best personal and professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2025

    Dr Thirunavu is always kind, patient and very knowledgeable and understanding. When I know that I am going to see her, if I feel bad I start to feel better as soon as I see her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/28/2025

    Dr. Meena is excellent. Explains everything thoroughly, great personality too.

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

    The Doctor was good at explaining all the possibilities

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

    Dr Thiranavu is a great communicator, listens well, explains issues very well. See is a credit to the Emory organization.

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

    Dr Meena is knowledgeable and compassionate. She asked great questions and then actually listened to the answers. She was patient and kind. We are so glad to have found her at Emory Johns Creek, so we don't have to go to Emory University Hospital! Dr. Meena has been wonderful to work with and we trust her.

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

    Always professional, personable, thoughtful, thorough

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

    Very good visit, as always.

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

    Great doctor.

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

    Dr Meea is excellant, She is very knowledgable, kind, and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/24/2025

    Dr Meena is a fantastic doctor that really cares! I feel very blessed to be her patient

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

    Meena is a wonderful caring doctor. She is frequently late seeing her patients but it doesn't bother me because she takes time to listen to me and examine me as I am sure she does with all her patients.

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

    I have very high regards for my oncologist, Dr. Thiranavu. She always shows great concern for my well being - asking questions and answering mine. This is my 7th year in treatment with her. I couldn't ask for a better doctor. Her P/A, N.A. All the nurses are all wonderful - and very patient and that includes the infusion nurses too.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/20/2025

    Kind and patient

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

    The doctor was very clear and patient in responding to my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/30/2025

    Dr. Meena listened to my questions & thoughts. She offered suggestions and showed her concern for my overall wellbeing & quality of life.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2025

    All good experiences

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2025

    Dr Meea is kind and very professional. She is a great dr

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/7/2025

    Very professional service.

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

    Dr. Thirunavu listens to our concerns and takes great care of us.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2025

    Dr Thirunavu is smart, grounded in reality with ability to speak to layman patient, and is well versed in her field. The best testimony to her is: she treated me 3 years ago and now I selected her to be my hematologist once again.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2025

    Dr. Meena is the best. She's so kind and loves her patients. You can tell by the way she treats us. She's always trying to make me feel better.

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

    Dr Thiranavu is a wonderful doctor. Very empathetic. Very good listening. Very good with explaining cause and treatment. Overall shows great concern for her patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2025

    Dr Mina was so concerned and helped to make the decision I request her for

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/19/2025

    Dr. Thirunavu is such a great doctor as well as being a kind and caring person. I am thankful to be her patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/4/2025

    I really like my patient doctor relationship with Dr Meena

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/28/2025

    I feel I receive excellent care, the provider listens intently and asks pertinent questions and then takes into consideration all aspects of my care and follow-up. Always includes my feelings and thoughts.

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

    Dr Thirunavu always greets you with a smile. She is calm, reassuring and takes the time to answer all my questions. She always manages to make me feel better after meeting with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/18/2024

    I have had the best Providers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2024

    We love Dr Meena and travel a distance just to see her. But the PAs have been great too.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/11/2024

    Dr Thiranavu is wonderful. I love that she sits and listens to you and then she examines you. Always no matter how busy her clinic is. I would not trade her for anything

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

    Doctor was amazing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2024

    Excellent Dr Merna and all the Care Providers

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2024

    Dr. Thirunavu answered a question I had about one of the blood tests and I learned something I never knew and it was quite helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2024

    I recommend Emory to everybody

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2024

    Dr Thiranavu completed a thorough exam, discussed my health issues. She is informed, easy to talk to, kind & compassionate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/30/2024

    Dr. Meena took the time to answer all of my questions and listened attentively.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/28/2024

    I liked the Doctor and have no complaints about the appointment other than the failure of her staff to timely inform me about the change in start time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/14/2024

    Dr Thirunavu is such a patient and kind doctor, She is my ultimate favorite Care giver.

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

    Dr Meena is great!

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

    In regard to the medication I take daily. Not sure if I should restart the med.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2024

    Dr. Mena is the very best, kind, considerate, very interested in doing the best for her patients!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2024

    Dr Meena was so attentive to our needs and helped us with an additional situation during our office visit. We drive a distance to see her and she always gives us reasons to continue our care with her instead of going closer to home. She is a gem and we feel we are treated with high regard and are in good hands.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2024

    Dr. T was very thorough, very careful and deliberate, and has excellent demeanor of positivity and clarity. I would feel very comfortable being her patient even though I came to her for a second opinion. I will definitely return to her another second opinion should my situation warrant.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2024

    Dr Meea is very kind and helpful .

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

    I have trust in my care provider and we communicate well.

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

    Nice

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

    The meeting started 15 min late.

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

    We love Dr. Meena and drive a ways from our home specifically to meet with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2024

    Dr Meena spent a lot of time with me. She addressed all of my worries and concerns. She really listened to me.