Dr. John Coleman is a member of the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Coleman has extensive experience in general otolaryngology and reconstructive surgery; he currently specializes in cleft lip and palate surgery.
Dr. John Coleman is a member of the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Coleman has extensive experience in general otolaryngology and reconstructive surgery; he currently specializes in cleft lip and palate surgery.
Dr. John Coleman, Jr. was born and raised near Chastain Park in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended Davidson College on a full academic scholarship. After majoring in Chemistry and graduating magna cum laude, Dr. Coleman was fortunate to receive a Robert W. Woodruff Fellowship in Medicine, a full academic scholarship to attend Emory University School of Medicine. He was also honored with the prestigious Harry S. Truman Scholarship, given for leadership and dedication to public service. Dr. Coleman graduated from medical school with honors, was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha and received the Hewlett-Packard Medical Graduate Award.
Dr. Coleman's training then continued in Nashville, Tennessee at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. He completed both an internship in general surgery and a residency in Otolaryngology/Head Neck Surgery. In addition to his patient care responsibilities, Dr. Coleman performed award-winning research, published numerous articles and book chapters and gave talks frequently on the national and local levels. Upon completion of his residency, Dr. Coleman was awarded a competitive fellowship in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery at the University of California, Davis. While continuing to practice general otolaryngology, Dr. Coleman worked with innovators in the fields of cosmetic and reconstructive surgery using state of the art instrumentation and the latest techniques. He became skilled in numerous procedures including endoscopic brow lifting, deep plane face lifting, rhinoplasty, laser surgery, cleft lip and palate repair and reconstruction of skin cancer defects.
While in California and now in Atlanta, Dr. Coleman travels abroad and donates his talents. Together with his wife Jennifer, an anesthetist, they have performed cleft lip and palate surgery in Lucena City, Philippines and Guayquil, Ecaudor for indigent children and young adults. Outside of medicine, John and Jennifer enjoy outdoor activities including travel, biking and golf.
Professional Affiliations:
American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Member
American Board of Otolaryngology - Member
American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy - Member
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Member

Awesome doctor! Very thorough! Provides clear communication/education to ensure that the patient understands any related health issues and treatment options. Truly strives to provide the best outcomes for the patient. Very caring! So happy I found him.
Dr Coleman is very personable and exudes confidence, encouraging one to proceed with his recommended treatment
Amazing surgeon decently recommend him!
John Coleman services excellent
Very informative about my ENT problems.
Dr. Coleman is very knowledgeable and answers any questions asked regarding my hearing and use of hearing aids.He has a calm demeanor, which relaxes his Patient.
Very personable and professional.
Exceptional
Dr. Coleman is absolutely the BEST!!! He is extremely patient and answered all of my questions.
Love Dr Coleman. He is an excellent physician, steady and instills trust. His office is efficient and very friendly. It’s always a positive experience being there.