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Susan Dreyer

Susan Dreyer, MD

4.9472 ratings

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Susan Dreyer

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

1996

About the Provider

Dr. Dreyer has helped patients reduce their pain and increase their function through exercise, medications and injections. She has lectured nationally and internationally on the care of neck pain, radiculopathy, back pain and other spine conditions. She has published more than thirty-five articles and chapters.

Professional Memberships

Am Acad Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

American Academy of Physical Med and Rehab

American Association of Electrodiagnostic Medicine

American Medical Association

Association of Academic Physiatrists

North American Spine Society

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

Excellence in Research Writing Award 
Association of Academic Physiatrists, 1994
Non-Surgical Care of Low Back Pain 
Award from Richard and Hilda Rosenthal Foundation

Locations

  1. Emory Orthopaedics & Spine Center - Atlanta

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Univ of TX Health Science Ctr-San Antonio, Physical Medicine & Rehab, 1992
  • Internship: Univ of TX Health Science Ctr-San Antonio, Physical Medicine & Rehab, 1989
  • Medical Education: University of Illinois College of Med at Rockford, MD, 1988

Board Certifications

  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 1993

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

472 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 4/29/2026

    Awesome

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/25/2026

    Dr. Dreyer is always very attentive.

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

    I love my provider

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/19/2026

    First appt with Dr Dryer. She was very knowledgeable about my situation. Hope she can help me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Very good bedside manners

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/8/2026

    Dr Dreyer is always very caring which is especially great when you have a chronic problem She try's very hard to help you with your symptoms and solutions

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

    Dr Dreyer is very knowledgeable, pleasant and approachable. I appreciate having her as my doctor. I feel like she does her best to address my concerns and I feel comfortable sharing information with her.

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

    Dr. Dryer is the best. I had not seen her in 5 years, but had previously been under her care for years. Kudos to her and her team!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    Everything was great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/13/2026

    Dr Dreyer is a wonderful doctor. So happy to work with her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    She explained everything in plain English, provided options, and wasn't rushing to her next patient

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

    I am very pleased with Dr Dreyer, very caring and compassionate

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/31/2026

    Happy and grateful, the doctor speaks Spanish and I was able to understand all the treatment I am going to receive, friendly and very professional. Thank you

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

    Very thorough!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr Dreyer and her staff were friendly and helpful.

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/10/2026

    She had laryngitis. She was incredibly difficult to understand. She did not listen carefully to my responses to her questions. She recorded the entire visit inaccurately, including major errors re my medical history that will cause me to be denied insurance In the future. She noted things in my chart that did not happen during the appointment.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Dr Dreyer is a Godsend & life saver. I feel very lucky that she takes the time to help me figure out what's going on and weigh various solutions. She continues to give me hope that there is light at the end of the tunnel and I will be able to move better as time goes by. I have been feeling increasingly discouraged - Dr Dreyer helped me refresh and carry on. She has also done this when I reached out via MyChart thru out this ordeal w/ my nerve pain, spasms, etc. Her explanations made such sense. Many thanks. I am blessed & lucky to have you helping me. You also have pulled a good team together to help me and others.

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

    I have seen Dr. Dryer before. Last time was 5 yrs ago. I was glad to see she's still at Emory

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/31/2025

    Dr Dreyer is a PERFECT DOCTOR just perfect in all categories .Your fortunate to be able "to find the best"Dr Dreyer Is very Valuable.

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

    Dr. Dreyer was attentive and addressed all of my health issues with care and concern.

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

    Dr. Dreyer always explains everything so well and I feel like she listens and responds in a way all can understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/13/2025

    Dr Dreyer's thoughtful assessments always leads to her giving me options, good ones and choices that have made a positive difference for me.

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

    I appreciate Dr. Dreyer's knowledge and empathy for patients. Her explanations are clear and she follows up as needed. I"m impressed that she remembered personal details from a conversation we had a year ago during a previous appointment. It shows the degree to which she sees us in holistic fashion, not just as patients but as real people.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    I have been coming to Dr Dreyer over 6 years. She is thorough and informative. She listens!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    I'm very grateful to have Dr. Dreyer as my physician.

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

    Dr Dreyer and her staff are Excellent.

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

    I had a GREAT customer experience with Dr.Dreyer! She was very thorough in her analysis and evaluation of my issue. She was personable and pleasant. She made me feel like I had been coming to her for years, yet this was my first visit with her. I will definitely recommend her to orhers.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr Dryer is excellent

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

    Superb doctor.

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

    Dr Dreyer spent a great deal of time with me discussing my options openly and honestly with frankness about the probability of surgical success and associated probabilities of creating any additional potential problems

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/28/2025

    Dr Dryer has very good insight and listening skills.

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

    Everything was great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    I trust Dr. Dryer without any reservations whatsoever.

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

    Very good experience

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

    Dr. Dreyer is an excellent physician! She was thorough in her examination of my condition and clear in explaining everything to me. I feel very fortunate that she is my doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2025

    Everything outstanding.

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

    Dr Dreyer is very personable and attentive and addresses all my concerns. She is extremely knowledgeable and takes the time to listen to her patient. She is a great asset to Emory and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone. I consider it a privilege to have her as my doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    We like Dr. Dreyer. She's excellent.

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

    Dr. Dryer provided very detailed information and provided proposed treatments

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

    I have recommended Dr. Dreyer to several people who have liked her and continued with her.

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

    I have been very happy with Dr Dreyer and her staff. She explains things on a level you can understand and works with me on treatment for my condition. She and her staff are very prompt to answer my questions in My Chart. Very happy with my Dr and her staff.

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

    Dr Dreyer is an awesome caring smart doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/2/2025

    Very focused on my condition and history

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

    I have recommended Dr. Dryers to several family and friends and continue to make referrals to her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    I have referred friends to Dr Dreyer. She was able to identify and treat his issue.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/13/2025

    Good

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

    Dr. Dreyer was excellent. She was professional and gave me the information I needed and explained it well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/1/2025

    Dr Dreyer has always demonstrated her concerns for her patients. We all gain also from her expertise and experience

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

    The provider changed in my chart medications subscribed to me by other physicians without talking to me and before I arrived for my appointment.

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

    I would give a higher grade if permitted

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

    She is exceptional. She is thorough and communicative.

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

    Dr Dryer is compassionate and So helpful and understanding, takes all issues into consideration. She is wonderful!

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

    Dr. Dreyer answered all of my questions & discussed possible reasons for my health issues. Next steps, like MRI, were also established. Excellent care provided.

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

    Dr. Dreyer is fantastic. She asks great questions. I'd seen her once previously during the pandemic via Telehealth.

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

    Dr Dryer listens to all concerns .

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

    My doctor knows me and my back issues--is very good about discussing thoroughly and making sure we're on the same page for path forward.

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

    Dr. Dreyer is an excellent physician who shows concern for my health issues. I value her care.

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

    Very happy with Dr.Dreyer and her team

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

    The provider doesn't have any bedside manner. I appreciate that she worked quickly and efficiently, but she came across as rigid and lukewarm.

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

    I always leave feeling I have been heard and know what the plan is for my care.

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

    Dr. Dryer was patient with my questions and explained everything thoroughly. She did many physical tests/evals to aid in her diagnosis. I felt confident that she had adequately assessed my situation.

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

    Excellent experience and very pleased with the recommendations. Very organized.thumbs up

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/28/2025

    I thought Dr. Dreyer was very personable, provided lots of information the likely cause of my pain; she shared about her thoughts about what to do next and educated me in what the Xray showed. Could not have asked for a more helpful physician.

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

    Dr Dreyer is just amazing all the way around.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/24/2025

    Dr Dryer is awesome

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

    Love Dr Dryer she is the best and I have used her for years..

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

    I could tell dr. Dreyer had reviewed my chart before we spoke. She listened to my concerns and was very thorough with her exam. I was very happy with the entire experience.And the gentleman who checked us in at the front desk was great

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

    Once admitted inside, it was quick and fair service, I was able to leave after appropriate amount of time

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

    Excellent experience- very thorough exam with lots of questions.

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

    Doctor Dreyer is the best!

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

    Highest marks for Dr. Dreyer!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/18/2025

    Been going to Dr Dreyer for many years, and she's always been very good. My wife goes to her too.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/14/2025

    Dr. Dreyer has an incredible bed side manner with her patients. She listens and she gives sound advice. Her care for my back has definitely improved my quality of life.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2025

    Great doctor!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2025

    Dr Dryer was great!! Spent as much time as needed to work through my problem. Was impressed with her research of my medical history!!! Glad I found her and look forward to a long relationship

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

    I felt confident in my doctors recommendation.

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

    A super physician ..listens intently ..responds perfectly ..tells me everything

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

    Dr. Dreyer is really good. Happy that I found her.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/15/2024

    Good

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

    I am a longtime patient of Dr. Dreyer and hope to stay with her. At Emory there is constant turnover of physicians such that continuity of care with a practitioner who knows your history is often lost. Trying to find a new practitioner is difficult: most have no openings for new patients and the web listings are almost never updated to reflect this. I value my relationship with Dr. Dreyer and would recommend her to others.

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

    The doctor meticulously examined me and too time to explain the result of my scan/MRI and helped understand my pains and what my planned solution will be and the follow up

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

    No complaints. My experience was very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/17/2024

    I was referred to Dr. Dryer by Dr. John Heller, the man that operated on my neck many years ago...I trust him very much. Dryer has given me the first mostly pain free days in over a year.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2024

    Dr Dreyer always explains everything to you & makes sure you understand all the med terms. And allows the patient to make decisions from the options she gives. She is very thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2024

    Dr. Dreyer always listens and shows interest in how I am feeling and any questions I have. She is compassionate a d a very caring person. I appreciate her very much.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2024

    I have referred lots of patients to Dr Dreyer she's wonderful

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/26/2024

    Dr. Dreyer seems very caring, and listens to my questions/concerns.

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

    Dr. Dryer is very accommodating, very supportive and listens intently as I expressed how I was feeling with my on going cervical stenosis. She is always informative and provides the perfect diagnosis, support and encouragement. I always feel better and more confident after meeting with Dr. Dryer.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2024

    Dr. Dryer is wonderful. She is easy to talk to and is very caring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2024

    Dr. Dreyer consistently wows me with her knowledge and ability to offer practical insights and tips to address my ongoing condition. I leave each call grateful for our time together and with a clear plan for next steps.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2024

    Dr. Dryer very caring

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

    Dr. Dreyer had discussed the treatment with me at a previous visit, and an appt was made to discuss in more detail before the date of the procedure.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2024

    Dr. Dreyer is excellent. I have confidence in her care and her advice about my condition.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2024

    Referred to another physician

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2024

    Dr. Dreyer has always been kind and considerate.

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

    She has skills

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

    Dr. Dryer is a wonderful Provider. Caring, personable, very professional and friendly, as well!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2024

    Always very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/3/2024

    Very professional, thorough in asking questions about my issue, very knowledgeable and Dr Dreyer actually "examined" me to better determine where and level of pain and limitations I had been experiencing.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/24/2024

    Very imformative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/22/2024

    Dr Susan Dreyer is so good in her practice of medicine. I consider myself blessed that she is my provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/19/2024

    Dr, Dryer seemed very knowledgeable and competent.

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

    Dr.Dreyer was so helpful in assisting me, answering my questions, examining my back, and discussing my upcoming injections for my back discomfort.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2024

    I have recommended her to several people who were very pleased with her care.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/7/2024

    My care provider was excellent, so no bad experience for me

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

    Wonderful, caring person , with knowledge and experience!!

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

    I can not say enough good things about Dr DreyerShe is a perfect physician ..

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

    Dr Dreyer is very concerned about her patients Pain & suggests options for relief of pain.