Dr. Shelly Joan Ahmann, MD

Outstanding Breast Surgeon — Skilled, Compassionate, and Truly Supportive Dr. Shelly Ahmann is an exceptional surgeon and one of the best decisions I made during my breast cancer journey. Diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer and an initially large 5.6 cm tumor (stage 3), I was overwhelmed and scared. From our very first meeting, Dr. Ahmann changed everything. She took the time to explain my diagnosis and treatment plan in clear, understandable terms, answered all my questions patiently, and gave me realistic hope without sugarcoating. She performed my lumpectomy with excellent results — clear margins, sentinel nodes negative, and a strong response to neoadjuvant therapy. Her surgical skill and attention to detail are outstanding. Throughout the process, she has been straightforward, honest, and genuinely caring — qualities that mean everything when you're facing cancer. Dr. Ahmann is highly experienced (decades in surgery with a focused breast practice), works with a great… team, and truly advocates for her patients. I felt respected, informed, and well-cared for every step of the way. If you're in the Atlanta area and need a breast surgeon, I cannot recommend her highly enough. She is a true rock star in her field! Thank you, Dr. Ahmann — I'm so grateful

Dr. Ahmann is an amazing doctor. She has gone above and beyond for me as a patient. Even in the difficult times that the pandemic has created she still does everything she can to make sure I understand what needs to happen next in my treatment and also that I am informed every step of the way. Thank you Dr. Ahmann

This doctor needs to go back to school to receive training on how to connect with her patients or at least take a class in compassion. She is very disrespectful and the least bit interested in how her patient is feeling and dealing with their cancer diagnosis. I'm not sure if she is aware of the things that come out of her mouth but as a doctor she should not be saying these things. I'm am not sure if she only makes these comments to certain patients that she feels will not respond to her or report her but she needs to stop. Her demeanor is very intimidating and she lacks a bedside manner of a doctor that is concerned with their patient. I am not their to be cuddled by her but neither am I their to be ridiculed either. She needs to do better. I could say so much more but I will stop here.

I felt very at ease with Dr. Ahmann. She was very patient and answered all the questions we had and then some. I am recommending her to someone else who needs a second opinion.

Most horrible experience of my life. A callous, inconsiderate, tunnel vision, cold, discriminating and condescending doctor with ZERO bedside manner and unwilling to take into consideration the special needs of a partially paralyzed, 100% wheelchair user patient during post-mastectomy recovery period. Did not take the time to go over the various options of mastectomy and reconstruction surgery, and explain post-surgery effects and side effects only indicating page numbers of a breast cancer book anyone can read. During an emotional time for any woman facing a mastectomy, this doctor showed a complete lack of empathy and understanding.

I regret having this doctor perform my lumpectomy and lymph node dissection - related to my breast cancer. She is Not an experienced/certified breast surgeon!!