Caring for the community is a long-standing priority at Emory Decatur Hospital. Founded in 1961 as DeKalb General and later known as DeKalb Medical, Emory Decatur Hospital joined Emory Healthcare in 2018 to become part of Georgia's most comprehensive academic health system.
Emory Decatur Hospital offers emergency services, heart and vascular care, oncology, gastroenterology, orthopaedics, maternity care, behavioral health, rehabilitation care, a weight loss center, and a medical fitness center, among others.
Whether it’s a serious medical procedure, ongoing treatment, or the pursuit of wellness, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, accessible health care and serving as a health and wellness partner.
Emory Decatur Hospital is much more than a healthcare organization; we are part of the fabric of the communities we serve.
In 2025, Emory Decatur Hospital/Emory Long-Term Acute Care achieved Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a reflection of its nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care.
