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Shivanthi Ponniah

Shivanthi Ponniah, NP

4.7751 ratings

Family Medicine

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Highlights

Languages

  • Sinhala
  • English

About Shivanthi Ponniah

Emory Affiliation

Emory Physician Group Practice

Family Nurse Practitioner

Year Started Practicing

20 years

About the Provider

Ms. Ponniah is a board-certified (ANCC) Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with 20 years of experience in Family Medicine. She received her undergraduate degree (BSN) from Coe College with minors in Biology and Chemistry, followed by a Masters (MSN) from the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill in 2000.
Ms. Ponniah has experience in internal medicine and family practice which included women's health and pediatric care. She has experience in treating a variety of acute and chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension and hyperlipidemia. She treats patients ages 2 and up.
Ms. Ponniah is a strong advocate of volunteering, both in the medical field and the community at large. She volunteers at the Physicians Care Clinic (PCC), Habitat for Humanity and providing food for the homeless. In addition, she believes in fostering the next generation of FNP providers and has been mentoring FNP students from Emory, Georgetown and Augusta University over the last 5 years. 
Ms. Ponniah moved to Marietta in 2007 from Cary, North Carolina and has two children. She likes spending time in the outdoors and enjoys hiking and running.
She enjoys working in primary care because she sees the challenges of patients in the primary care environment and believes that she can make a difference in their quality of life.  Her medical philosophy is that patients who can readily and consistently access primary care can lead longer, healthier lives. She believes in the patient narrative and that every patient is a unique human being with their own circumstances. Her patient care is centered around the belief that every patient deserves to have their story heard and to build a healing bond with their provider.
Apart from the Midwest and the South, Shivanthi has lived in Sri Lanka and Dubai and believes that her background gives her an appreciation and respect for diverse cultural perspectives and narratives.

Professional Memberships

Master of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill with a research emphasis on Diabetes control in older African American women.

Certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the Georgia Medical Board

Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center





 

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.

Awards

Recipient of Dean's Scholarship throughout entire undergraduate career

Locations

  1. Emory at Centerville - Primary Care

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Coe College, 1996

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5

751 ratings

The 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.

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/11/2026

    Very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/6/2026

    My experience is always great there. I have never had a bad experience since going to Dr P

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

    Ms.Ponniah is top notch: thorugh, knowledgable, a good listener.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/21/2026

    Would recommend this provider to anyone.

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2026

    To clarify, everything gave me the wrong medication, which would have worsened. My symptoms sent my medication out of the state of Georgia had a hard time transferred back to Georgia.\n And ever since of last year when I got back from vacation, she kept on denying. My re.\n Fills for the same medication that she gave me, which is supposed to be tremendal.\n You can look all in the notes.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/12/2026

    I like the idea that the dr really listened to me. My numbers were of but I've been under a lot of stress lately family members dying and having cancer.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/11/2026

    The person who assisted me was very generous and caring, and she explained everything that I needed to know she was wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/9/2026

    I have seen PA Siavanti for about 8 to 10 years

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

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/26/2026

    Everything went well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/24/2026

    I love her bedside manners

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2026

    I absolutely love Shivanti. She shows such care and concern for my health and tries to find the best possible solution pharmaceutically and financially for my health issues.

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

    NP Ponniah showed great care and concerns for my condition. Thank the Lord she was able to find the solution for my condition. I am feeling much better and is ever greatful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Good job

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Hope to get my Mom and husband n as patience

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

    I was listened too, cared for and enlightened by the Dr and Nurse.

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

    Dr. Ponniah is the best!! She actively shows her support and care on a consistent basis.

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

    Satisfactory

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    Good

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

    For a first time visit, I felt comfortable and cared for

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

    Professional, respectful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    Good

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

    Always thorough and friendly, and explains matters very well.

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

    Thorough. Reviewed most recent visit to familiarize with me. Listened to my concerns and addressed them.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    Great Experience! Very Professional and care about my health!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/3/2026

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Very good

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/25/2025

    My Chart refill requests were not responded to, leading to me running out of medication. I had to physically walk into the clinic to get help, was told to make appointment. When seen provider was unnecessarily defensive and evasive, deflecting responsibility as she tried to excuse the mishap, explaining ongoing administrative changes. I felt she did not express compassion nor willing to take ownership for the obvious lack of responses from my chart. She talked over me in the room, did not listen well. She did not handle the visit appropriately causing unnecessary escalation. I felt her first response to me should have been an apology and expression of empathy for my difficulties. That did not happen. I did not feel welcomed, cared for, instead left feeling lack of trust.I had to seek remedy with the Patient Affairs advocate. I was without medication for more than 1 week.

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

    My Dr is Good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/17/2025

    Everything was Excellent

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

    Good experence

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

    NP was very thorough and informative.

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

    I was not happy that the care provider did not take the time to read the updated notes in my chart prior to my visit. I don't think it was my responsibility to volunteer to share what happened since the last visit I had. When my chart had all the records and notes that were available of the series of events/ procedure that had taken place. That leaves me with some unanswered questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    Certainly Will Recommend to Family members!!

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

    Very good attention and understanding

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    Great

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

    The NP was truly customer focused. She allowed staff to add me to her schedule after hearing my situation. She didn't rush my visit. She was very attentive to my needs. I had a very good visit. I was appreciative of her assistance.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    The NP mostly ignored my reason for coming in, and focused, Instead, on my current medications and diabetes.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    Intelligent and Thoughtful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/6/2025

    The, NP had Excellent Bedside Manner she took her time with me. Gave me her undivided attention.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/29/2025

    My NP was very attentive to my concerns and provided excellent guidance for my health goals

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

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    Every one from start to finish were absolutely fabulous!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Good appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/6/2025

    An excellent experience, she was very caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2025

    NP Shivanti Provided excellent service.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    My nurses and PAs were very caring and I feel that they were concerned for my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Ms. Ponniah is top notch. She is an excellent practitioner.

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

    Shavanthi was very well professional and took time to explain what was the issue I was experiencing

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

    Excellent

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

    She was very friendly and did not rush the visit and she listened.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    What a sweet lady.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/27/2025

    She explained options and answered my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Exelente

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    The service was up to par

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

    Went through my chart very thoroughly and my recent hospital stay and treated me accordingly. Good experience. I was very comfortable with results

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Dr. Ponniah has consistently discussed my issues and provided a plan of treatment. Most has been successful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/16/2025

    The NP was personal , friendly and professional. She put me at ease.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Good

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

    Shivanti is my PA/GP/! She's a keeper for this little lady.

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

    It was the end of the day but my care provider listens to me and encouraged me in arrears where I was a bit nervous.

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

    Very good experience. NP is knowledgeable and easy to talk with.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    Great experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/26/2025

    Good

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

    I love her bedside manners. She's always easy to talk to and she speaks in clear language meaning she does not use complicated words.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/20/2025

    Love Shavanti!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2025

    Both my NP and the student she was supervising were very attentive to my concerns and needs. They gave me several solutions and advise to address my issue as well as medication to address it immediately. I felt heard and understood on how my issue was effecting me both physically and mentally.

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

    Outstanding support and care for me.

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

    Experience was very good.

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

    It's always a pleasant and thorough visit with Dr. PONNIAH.

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

    She is always attentive and focused on me and my health.

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

    Shivanthi has always explained options, test results to my satisfaction.

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

    Wait time inside waiting room was approximately 45 minute

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/30/2025

    Good

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

    Dr Ponniah was very thorough & helpful, I would highly recommend her

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

    Awesome

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

    NP Ponniah really showed me she cared about my health

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/17/2025

    Exelente

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/14/2025

    More attentive than most.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/11/2025

    Very satisfied with my healthcare service at Emory Clinic. Will definitely recommend.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/9/2025

    Dr Ponniah Shavinthi always discuss alternatives solutions and treatments if need be. She a very ez person to communicate with and doesn't seem to be bothered with questions.

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

    Mainly was answering questions the PA student repeatedly asked. The nurse practitioner was in the room for a minute at most. Then expressed that they were behind schedule. So they couldn't address any additional concerns. Especially when one takes off the day from work, sat patiently in the waiting room, and received a bill when no questions were answered. So overall a poor experience.

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

    Good experience.

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

    I always have a positive visit here, it's one of the few offices I look forward to visiting and try very hard not to cancel or reschedule an appointment.

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

    Very thorough and detailed explanation of everything

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/21/2025

    I felt the visit was rush once doctor came into the room. I sat in the room for about 15 - 20 min, she was there about 2min. I did know what was wrong with me cold, virus or whatever. I do know it may have been at the end maybe?

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

    Again, I am thankful to have her. And she says she's not going anywhere so I'm here to stay as well!

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

    Got a little sarcastic answering a question for me and didn't let me finish my question OR turn and look at me when I was talking! Her student listened to my heart and lungs but the documented a Full Assessment NOT Done!

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

    Good

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

    The doctor was very thorough.

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

    Ponniah is always very thorough and helpful when answering my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2025

    Very good, she was great.

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

    Yes would refer a person

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/24/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/21/2025

    Nurse Ponniah was in tune to my needs and concerns. Very pleasant to work with. Listened actively. I felt seen and heard. Professional manner

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

    I asked for a change in blood pressure medication and my provider took into consideration my prior labs to prevent risks.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/4/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/31/2024

    Thumbs up

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2024

    I will most definitely recommend services and information received by healthcare provider Excellent and well explained.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/20/2024

    She is exemplary

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2024

    Very compassionate. Listens to all my concerns and alternate treatments for care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2024

    Very patient and professional.

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

    Shavanti Ponniah takes her time and I always feel that she is listening to me. She has an amazingly positive personality and creates an open environment to discuss my ailments and treatment plan.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/10/2024

    A Plus!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/7/2024

    I love her. She's wonderful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/4/2024

    Wonderful NP...

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2024

    NP Ponniah is always very thorough listening to my concerns and answering any questions I might have. Additionally, she provides resources and insights in managing my health.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/23/2024

    Everything went well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2024

    Very patient and knowledgeable. Easy to talk to.

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

    Dr pondicherry is a very respectable person. She listens to my concerns and makes very good decisions for me to take.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/25/2024

    Very Good

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

    SHE IS VERY GOOD AT HER JOB...AND THAT WAS MY FIRST VISIT....ALSO I SENT HER A MESSAGE THROUGH MY CHART...RESPONDED BACK PROMPTLY.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2024

    Very nice, attentive. Very good information and recommendations

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2024

    I so appreciated her discussing options. There was also an Emory student from the NP program who interviewed me. She was thoughtful and a good interviewer.

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

    Great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/18/2024

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2024

    My concerns were addressed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2024

    She is the best! Always listening, and concern about my health!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2024

    Very professional and friendly

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

    Great

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

    Provider Shavanti was very caring and professional

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

    Not a good listener

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2024

    This was first time treated like this. Spent most of 2 hrs there in room by myself. Not good. I am looking for new doctor

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/25/2024

    I would recommend NP Shivanthi not Emory.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2024

    As stated im very pleased with my visit yesterday

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/20/2024

    As always I am always heard with any questions,comments etc.

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

    NP, S. Ponniah was personable, knowledgeable and friendly Kendra worked alongside her. Kendra was quiet but thorough

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/13/2024

    Great service

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

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/10/2024

    The NP was good it was our first meeting ....she asked all the questions she needed to ask and was good. And very good at times.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/25/2024

    Did not like medical students actually doing the exam. No one informed me of someone other than Pocsnrhi conducting visit. This information should have been asked at front desk with check in

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

    I'm so happy to have her. She was very warm and easy to talk with. I feel very confident in her ability to care for me and I look forward to working with her.

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

    Explained everything in regular language and answered questions satisfactorily

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

    I cannot in good conscious recommend anyone to come here simply because it's Emory.