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Melinda L. Yushak

Melinda L. Yushak, MD, MPH

4.9240 ratings

Medical Oncology

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Melinda L. Yushak

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

2015

About the Provider

A board-certified medical oncologist, Melinda L. Yushak, MD, MPH, specializes in diagnosing and treating patients with melanoma and other cutaneous malignancies. Dr. Yushak joined the clinical staff at Winship Cancer Institute as a practicing physician in 2015. She is an assistant professor in the Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology at Emory University School of Medicine.

Dr. Yushak received her Medical Degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine in Burlington, Vermont. Prior to earning her doctorate, Dr. Yushak obtained her Master of Public Health degree from the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Her postgraduate medical training included a residency in the Department of Internal Medicine at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts and a fellowship in Hematology and Oncology at Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven.

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 Winship Cancer Institute
    • 1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg C, Fl 2, Atlanta, GA 30322
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  2. Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus
    • 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 18, Ste 1820, Atlanta, GA 30308
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Yale New Haven Hospital, Hematology & Oncology, 2015
  • Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2012
  • Medical Education: University of Vermont, DMS, 2009

Board Certifications

  • Hematology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2016
  • Medical Oncology: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
  • Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2012

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

240 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/18/2026

    My nurse was fantastic, very friendly and explained everything to me. Dr. Yushak is the greatest! She has truly saved my life. My wife and I love her.In addition to being an excellent Doctor, she takes the time to answer all my questions and explains things in a way that I can fully understand. Emory is a better place for having her there.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/18/2026

    Great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Everyone took time to answer my question I learned a lot about my diagnosis

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

    The best!!

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

    Physician and staff are perfect

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    Dr. Yushak is the best! She has kept me alive for 5 years now. As an Emory Legacy family, we have been very happy with her care. Just the best of the best!

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

    Dr. Yushak speaks to me on a level that's not confusing even when we speak about technical procedures or technology. I believe she is a true gift as I navigate the after treatment path.She has my complete trust.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    I love Dr. YUSHAK. Emory is lucky to have her. She is what Emory stands for.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    I first came to see Dr Yushak on a clinical trial over 8.5 years ago. She has given me excellent care throughout many challenges, recurrences, and surgeries of this disease. Dr Yushak has provided the best treatments available. Always with kindness and expertise and encouragement. I also appreciate how she takes time to explain everything to me. I am forever grateful to Dr Yushak.( Their needs to be an "excellent" button on this survey page ;)

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/21/2025

    She listened to what I said, and her questions were geared to my personal situation and history.

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

    All outstanding!

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

    Dr Melinda Yushak is an outstanding doctor. She has been my doctor through many serious health challenges over a period of 8 years. She is extremely knowledgeable in a very challenging area of medicine. She provides me with the best medical practice and treatment options. She explains everything to me, answers my questions, and encourages me. Thankful for her every day.

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

    I have every confidence In and appreciation for Dr. Yushak.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/22/2025

    Dr Melinda Yushak has been my melanoma specialist for 8.5 years through a clinical trial, multiple serious surgeries, treatments, and recurrences. I am so thankful that shevis my doctor. Her expertise, knowledge of disease and best treatments, her guidance when surgery is necessary, along with genuine concern are some examples of why she is such an outstanding doctor.

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

    As mentioned earlier, my visit with Melinda Yushak was terrific. Very helpful, alerting to health considerations beyond oncology. Smart, practical approach. Efficient, kind, thoughtful and thorough.

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

    Dr Yushak is the best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/9/2025

    Doctor spent time to learn about me before discussing plan of care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2025

    Dr. Yushak is terrific! Always prepared to discuss the issue and options. Outstanding demeanor! Makes everything easy to understand. I wholeheartedly trust her judgement!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/22/2025

    Dr Yushak has been guiding me through my many melanoma challenges since 2017. I am so grateful for her expertise, kindness, and for always working to provide me with the best medical help available.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    Dr Melinda Yushak has been my doctor since entering a clinical trial at Winship 8 years ago. I am forever grateful for her knowlege, expertise, caring about me as a patient, and providing me with the best practice/treatment possible.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2025

    Words can't say how pleased I am

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

    Excellent! Just would like to see her more often.

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

    Dr. Yushak is the best!

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

    Dr. Yushak was very attentive to my concerns. She was thoughtful in an approach to changes to my regimen. I appreciate her knowledge and views.

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

    I love Dr. Yushak. I came to Emory at the suggestion of my oncologist in Austin TX because he had run out of treatment solutions and my cancer returned. Dr. Yushak treated me and so far I am cancer free again and have a new lease on life.In addition to her being a wonderful doctor who really knows her medicine, she has always treated me with care and compassion. I can't say enough good things about her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/1/2025

    Dr. Yushak is AWESOME. She thoroughly reviews medical records and spends quality time with you, never rushed and is excellent at answering questions and providing options. She has always supported my decisions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2025

    Dr Yushak was terrific as always She took the time to address some questions about age related diagnoses that I really appreciate it. She is always kind and available for any questions.

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

    Dr. Yushak is terrific! I feel very comfortable in her care. Very knowledgeable, professional and personable.

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

    Dr. Yushak was bright, informative, empathetic, and above all a great clinician

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

    I have been seeing Dr. Yushak going on 7 years and she has always been kind, patient, personable yet professional, honest and thorough on top of highly knowledgeable and skilled. She epitomizes "...the secret of the care of the patient is in caring for the patient" and I would highly recommend her for anyone with melanoma.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/29/2024

    Dr. Yushak is a phenomenal oncologist. She is personable and answers any and all of your questions. She never makes you feel rushed and genuinely cares about her patients.

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

    Dr. Yushak expedited hospitalization. I was in severe pain and needed immediate treatment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2024

    Dr Yushak is superb. She always takes time to answer questions and share information.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2024

    Good experience by Doctor .

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/19/2024

    Dr. Yushak is the best! She has kept me alive for 4+ years! If she ever leaves Emory, I will too. She is my quarterback!

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

    Dr Yushak has been the most knowledgeable, empathetic, and caring Dr I've experienced.

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

    I never feel rushed during my appointments. She always takes her time and insures everything is answered.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/8/2024

    Dr Yushak was very nice

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

    Dr Yushak answered all my questions ! She is gracious and very patient. We are very happy to have been assigned to her care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/4/2024

    Dr. Yushak always takes time to listen and answer any questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/3/2024

    I am very confident and happy to be Dr. Yushak's care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2024

    Dr. Yushak it's very compassionate, extremely capable, and a godsend

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2024

    Dr Yushak was very informative and compassionate. Her communication skills and knowledge are top notch!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/26/2024

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/27/2024

    Dr Yushak is the best

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

    Very informative and friendlyI did not feed hurried

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

    I wish everyone has the same ability to discuss all possible curing options as DR.YUSHAK