Dr. Nancy Newman

OphthalmologyNeuro-Ophthalmologist
Atlanta, GA
(404) 778-2020
Accepts Medicare

Location

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg B, Fl 4
Atlanta, GA 30322

Areas of Expertise

Optic Nerve Disorders
Visual Field Defects
Ocular Motility Disorders
Mitochondrial Eye Disease
Optic Neuropathy
Visual Loss
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About Me

Dr. Nancy J. Newman is a neuro-ophthalmologist at Emory Eye Center in Atlanta, Georgia. She sees both adults and children with a range of neuro-ophthalmologic conditions, including optic nerve disorders, visual field defects, disorders of ocular motility, and mitochondrial diseases. Dr. Newman serves as the LeoDelle Jolley Chair in Ophthalmology and Director of the Section of Neuro-Ophthalmology at Emory University School of Medicine, where she is also a professor of Ophthalmology and Neurology.

Since beginning her practice in 1989, Dr. Newman has become a leading educator and researcher in her field. She focuses on disorders of the optic nerve and mitochondrial diseases, and has lectured extensively around the world. Her patients value her clear explanations and thorough approach to care.

Training

  • Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary

    Neuro-Ophthalmology Fellowship

    1989

    Harvard Medical School

    Fellowship
  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Neurology

    1988

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    Residency
  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Internal Medicine

    1985

    Massachusetts General Hospital

    Residency
  • Harvard Medical School

    MD

    1984

    Harvard Medical School

    Medical School

Awards & Honors

  • H. Houston Merritt Lecturer

    2017

    American Academy of Neurology

  • William F. Hoyt Lecturer Award

    2013

    North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society

  • Distinguished Neurology Teacher of the Year

    2003

    American Neurological Association

  • Teacher of the Year

    1992

    Emory Medical School First Year Class

Certifications & Licensure

Licensed In
GA
License Numbers
031642