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FAYETTEVILLE: 1267 Highway 54 West • Suite 4200 • Fayetteville, GA 30214 • 678-829-1060
LOCUST GROVE: 4877 Bill Gardner Pkwy • Locust Grove, GA 30248 • 678-399-7190
NEWNAN: 775 Poplar Rd. • Suite 310 • Newnan, GA 30265 • 770-251-2590
SANDY SPRINGS: 755 Mount Vernon Hwy NE • Suite 320 • Atlanta, GA 30328 • 404-350-8711
STOCKBRIDGE: 290 Country Club Drive • Suite 100 • Stockbridge, GA 30281 • 678-854-9500

Meet Vasily J. Assikis, MD

Dr. Vasily Assikis is nationally known for his expertise in the management of Genitourinary malignancies. He treats patients with all cancer types given his extensive experience in oncology and hematology. He joined Piedmont Cancer Institute, P.C. in 2006 following his faculty appointment with Emory University as a Distinguished Georgia Cancer Coalition Scholar and Assistant Professor of Hematology/Oncology and Urology at the Winship Cancer Institute. While at Emory, he also served as the Director of the Prostate Cancer Translational Research program.

Dr. Assikis has lectured extensively on prostate cancer. He is an accomplished author of over 50 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and manuscripts in the areas of prostate and breast cancer.

Dr. Assikis leads Piedmont Cancer Institute's efforts in clinical research focusing on bringing the most cutting-edge therapies for various cancers. He sat on the Piedmont Hospital Institutional Review Board and chaired the Committee for Clinical Pathways for Genitourinary Malignancies for the Center of Clinical Excellence (CCE).

Dr. Assikis enjoys reading, travel, and spending time with his children.

Honors & Awards

Dr. Assikis is the recipient of numerous honors and awards:

  • 1997 Intern of the Year at Cook County Hospital, Department of Medicine
  • 2002 American Association Cancer Research Outstanding Achievement in Clinical Research Award
  • 2002 and 2003 American Society of Clinical Oncology Merit Award
  • 2002 Glaxo Smith Kline Award for Oncology Research
  • MD Anderson Cancer Center Trainee Recognition Award for Patient Oriented research

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Testimonials from Dr. Assikis's Patients

June 2025

I met Dr. Assikis in October 2024 after I was diagnosed with breast Cancer. Dr. Assikis is one of a kind he's one that's very caring. He's very upbeat he always came into the room with the smile and excitement and it made me feel as though I was a person to him and not just a number. He's very upfront, He gives you all details that encourages you that we were going to fight and fight it together I always left his office with a smile never focusing on what I was going through. It helped so much when he would enter the room and it would light up every staff member was just as kind it felt like we were a family, I would enter the office and they knew my name and they always greeted everyone with a smile. You could feel the love because it starts at the front door. I truly appreciate Dr Assikis in his knowledge his promptness and professionalism and caring demeanor. I have nothing but good things for his staff and him he's an awesome Physician thank you for this opportunity and I appreciate him and I'm grateful to him for all that he has done for me and what he continues to do. I just saw him in the office 6/11, and there was a procedure he wanted me to have done and before I could leave the building Mrs Jessica was calling me giving me instructions that it was scheduled this was awesome to me. He keeps the ball rolling with no hesitations thank you for giving me an opportunity to speak on such an awesome Doctor , I thank God for Dr. Assikis his staff and Mary who is caring, loving and a compassionate individual as well again thank you.

May 2025

Dr. Assikis is the best doctor that I have ever been to. He is caring and extremely knowledgeable. He comes into the exam room asking me questions about what we had talked about in prior visits and how my problems are resolving. He and his PA, Amy York, are a great team. I highly recommend them.

April 2025

You think you are his only patient. He is very friendly when entering room and starts explaining by memory your condition, test results, future treatment plan and answers any/all questions you may have! Have been seeing him for 2+ years and have been so thankful for his treatments and guidance!

April 2025

I saw Dr. Assikis for the first time on April 24, 2025. I was pretty impressed when Dr. Assikis went over my entire medical history from memory. He knew my history better than I did. I am already pleased that I chose Dr. Assikis as my primary oncologist. I would rate him higher than five stars if there was such a thing.

April 2025

Dr. Assikis' personality brings a relaxing atmosphere when he walks into the room. He looks at you when speaking and listening. He explains what is happening, and listening to questions, no matter how trivial they might be. The patient comes first in his eyes.

April 2025

Dr. Assikis is awesome. He's very patient and cares about his patient. He is a tremendous person that cares about his patients. He listen to his patients concerns and addresses the issues with concern for his patients.

April 2025

Dr. Assikis is a gifted highly skilled oncologist who exhibited high level psychomotor skills and clinical skills that provided me with planning with my upcoming care for bladder cancer. Give him a 10 Star Rating.

April 2025

Dr. Assikis and his PA Amy York were awesome! Dr. Assikis has a very kind and informative style. He answered all my questions about my situation in a thorough and understandable way. He connected all the dots from my other physicians in a way that made sense. His advice was logical, clear and actionable. He conveyed genuine interest in what he felt was the best path for me. I would recommend him without reservations.

April 2025

I love Dr Assikis, he is sweet and very thoughtful with his bed side manner. I am new to this journey with cancer. He puts you at ease and takes his time. I and my family are very satisfied with him and his care.

March 2025

Informative medical professionalism along with extraordinary clarity. Thank you Dr. Assikis.

March 2025

I want to thank Dr Assikis and the entire Piedmont team for the outstanding care I have received!!

March 2025

Dr Assikis is simply the best. He reviews my blood work before my appointment and is always ready to discuss options and care... he listens well and always has a response to my questions. He is the best.

March 2025

Everyone was very friendly and caring. There wasn't a long wait. They were very informative and very helpful. I would definitely recommend them.

March 2025

Dr. Assikis is always caring and considerate. Easy to talk to and understand. Very knowledgeable and keeps up with the latest science.

March 2025

I have been going to Piedmont Cancer Institute since 2016 and have been privileged to have a wonderful, competent team of Dr's, specialists, nurses and administrative staff helping me along my journey. Dr. Assikis, my oncologist has been so helpful in my treatment and well being. I am confident in his knowledge and expertise and enjoy working with him. I highly recommend Dr. Assikis and his team to anyone dealing with the unfortunate diagnosis of cancer.

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Office Locations

Vasily J. Assikis, MD sees patients at the following PCI offices.

The Atlanta office of Piedmont Cancer Institute | Atlanta Oncologists

Atlanta

1800 Howell Mill Rd, Suite 800, Atlanta, GA 30318

404-350-9853

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The Newnan office of Piedmont Cancer Institute | Atlanta Oncologists

Newnan

775 Poplar Rd, Suite 310, Newnan, GA 30265

770-251-2590

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The Locust Grove office of Piedmont Cancer Institute | Atlanta Oncologists

Locust Grove

4877 Bill Gardner Pkwy, Locust Grove, GA 30248

678-399-7190

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Six Atlanta Area Locations

Providing the highest quality cancer treatment services close to home.

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