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
Professional Affiliations
Testimonials from Dr. Assikis's Patients
August 2025I have been seeing Dr. Assikis for the last 5 months for prostate cancer and he has been great. He is always reasonably on time and well prepared for our meetings. He answers all my questions directly in an understandable way and with compassion. He gives actionable advice that I trust and coordinates efforts with three other doctors involved in my treatment. I wish I didn't have cancer, but Dr. Assikis certainly makes having it much easier. I would highly recommend him to anyone who is battling cancer!
August 2025Dr Assikis is the kind of Doctor needed when going through this type of health issue. Compassionate, Caring , and up beat demeanor helps tremendously and his positive attitude, straightforward approach is really appreciated. And if I don't understand something I say something and he's always more than happy to assist me.
August 2025I drive 4 hours, twice a year to see Dr. Assikis. His staff is so kind, he is very knowledgeable and nice. I could be treated much closer to home but he saw me through my treatments so I stay with him for maintenance. If he just wouldn't make me weigh, we would be best friends. haha
August 2025Awesome experience. Highly recommend. Dr. Assikis and staff very knowledgeable and explained my situation in understandable terms.
August 2025I really like Dr Assikis. He is warm, friendly and engaging and explains things and answers questions and doesn't make you feel rushed, although sometimes I know his schedule is very busy.
August 2025Dr. Assikis, is one of kind! I love his attitude, smile and especially his friendly demeanor! Thank you for your professionalism.
August 2025Dr. Assikis is a wonderful doctor. He is kind and puts you at ease as soon as he walks in the room. He explains things in detail and immediately lays out a plan of action. I highly recommend him!
August 2025Dr. Assikis was concerned, yet hopeful about a complete recovery. He was knowledgeable about the cancer and treatment options.
August 2025Dr. Assikis is the best in his field and so kind and polite. Been going to him a long time. He never changes.
August 2025Dr. Vasily Assikis is the best. He is knowledgeable, kind and compassionate. He takes time to review your case and explain everything. Great positive vibes.
August 2025Dr. Assikis and his team were knowledgeable, friendly, informative and comforting.
July 2025Dr. Assikis is great. He listened to any concerns my husband and I had, and they were addressed. Amy York and everyone in the office and infusion center were so kind and attentive. I would recommend Dr Assikis to anyone.
July 2025Wonderful visit! My son had some unusual blood work two weeks before leaving for college and Dr Vasily Assikis and team gave him a thorough check up and assured me that all was well. He explained everything fully and gave us a plan to monitor going forward. I'm a patient of PCI and Dr Vasily was excellent just like all of the rest of the providers and staff at PCI.
July 2025I was very pleased with the visit with Dr Assikis. The staff was very pleasant and the doctor was quite familiar with my health history prior to meeting with me. I was quite impressed!
July 2025Dr. Assikis is a good doctor. He's very thorough, very knowledgeable, and very direct. I like him. I have very few questions because he explains the prognosis and available treatment options in detail.
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