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Michael Dattilo

Michael Dattilo, MD, PhD

4.8148 ratings

Neuro-Ophthalmology

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Michael Dattilo

Emory Affiliation

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

Year Started Practicing

2015

About the Provider

Michael Dattilo, MD, PhD, joined Emory Eye Center’s faculty in September 2018. He is part of the department’s neuro-ophthalmology section.
His position is primarily research-focused, but he also sees neuro-ophthalmology patients and consultations.
Dr. Dattilo graduated summa cum laude from Fordham University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Natural Science. He then completed the combined MD/PhD program and an ophthalmology residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center.
Dr. Dattilo completed a two-year neuro-ophthalmology fellowship at Emory Eye Center. After completing fellowship, he remained at Emory on a T32 Vision Science Training Grant. His research interests focus on the interaction between intraocular pressure and intracranial pressure in papilledema and glaucoma.
He has significant training in neuro-ophthalmology and has presented research at numerous conferences, including the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), the Society for Neuroscience, and the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society. His work also has been published in professional journals such as OphthalmologyNature Neuroscience, Experimental Eye ResearchMolecular Pharmacology, and the Journal of Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics.
National Recognition
Dr. Dattilo is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, and other professional organizations.

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 Eye Center
    • 1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg B, Fl 4, Atlanta, GA 30322
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  2. Emory Eye Center - Emory Midtown Campus
    • 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 18, Ste 1850, Atlanta, GA 30308
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Ophthalmology, 2018
  • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine, Neuro-Ophthalmology, 2017
  • Residency: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, Ophthalmology, 2015
  • Internship: Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Internal Medicine, 2012
  • Fellowship: SUNY Downstate Medical, Ophthalmology, 2011
  • Medical Education: State University of New York Downstate Medical Center, MD, 2010

Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

148 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2026

    He was very thoughtful and kind, so thoughtful he referred me to some Speacialist that will give me an ekg and other tests to double check to see if these odd symptoms that I've gone through could be heart or brain related.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/31/2026

    I'd previously been a patient of Dr. Datillo from about 2021-2022. I'd returned due to concern about my condition returning. He has a great bedside manner and is always clear in listening and explaining. I find him to be very thoughtful and thorough when it comes to discussing any updates/results, and answering my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/31/2026

    Dr. Dattilo is very thorough and answers all my questions.

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

    Dr. Dattilo is very professional and knowledgeable of his craft. Also, he displays deep compassion and concerns for his patients' health and overall well being.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    Dr. Datillo is amazing!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Very helpful in a complicated situation! I appreciate accommodating me in the fact that I had to bring my 8 week old

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/18/2025

    Dr. Datillo provides exceptional care. He is knowledgeable, professional, and responsive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/28/2025

    Fully confident that the cause of this issue will be investigated throughly and an appropriate treatment protocol will be determined by Dr Datillo and colleagues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/13/2025

    Dr. Dattilo listened to my concerns and advised me as to treatment options and the next steps.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/18/2025

    Very detailed notes by this doctor!

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

    Great job and doctor

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

    Dr. D is great. The best.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2025

    Besides the very long wait to see the doctor, the providers that attended to me were amazing In their professionalism and communication.

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

    Dr. Datillo is a great physician. I had limited time with him on this particular visit, but previous ones were very good. I could see that he was busy helping others that needed him most likely more than I did that day. Yet still, his attention and concern for me was top notch. I have been lucky to be his patient.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/29/2025

    The best

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

    Very Personable physician.

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

    Left with clear understanding of what had happened with my husband's vision problem. So glad we were referred to this provider & facility. Great experience.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2025

    Dr. Dattilo is nothing less than what I expect of a physician whose care I am in. The expectations I have when you think of how you'd want your own family member to be treated. He's spectacular!!! Thank you Dr.!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/15/2025

    I had a joyous, enriching, and wonderful experience.

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

    Yes I will tell other.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/27/2024

    Dr. Dattilo is wonderful. He cares, and is kind and warm. He explains everything and is very genuine. We are grateful for his care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2024

    Great bedside manner

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

    Very good experience , the waiting time could be less!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/17/2024

    Good very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2024

    Outstanding- nice people at the Eye Center from doctors to staff.

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

    Just need better procedure to get medical records back to Dublin VA so the CICC CCN OPTUM Care in Community Office can approve my continuation of care to keep seeing my doctor when it expires.

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

    Good because can't identify source causing blurred vision..

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

    Excellent!