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Neil D. Saunders

Neil D. Saunders, MD

4.9350 ratings

General Surgery

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Languages

  • English

About Neil D. Saunders

Emory Affiliation

Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

Associate Professor

Year Started Practicing

2015

About the Provider

 

Board-certified in surgical oncology and general surgery, Neil D. Saunders, MD, specializes in thyroid and endocrine surgery. Specificially, the treatment of thyroid cancer, and cancers of the adrenal gland and parathyroids. He also treats patients for benign and non-cancerous diseases of the thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas and adrenal glands.

Dr. Saunders is an associate professor of surgery in the Division of General and GI Surgery of the Department of Surgery at Emory University School of Medicine. Dr. Saunders began practicing at Emory in 2015.

Dr. Saunders received his MD from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. His postgraduate medical training included a general surgery residency at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia, followed by a complex general surgical oncology fellowship at the Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio.

Professional Memberships

  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Association of Endocrine Surgeons
  • Society of Surgical Oncology
  • Association of Academic Surgeons

Interpretive Services

To provide the highest quality of care, interpreter services may be utilized to ensure proper communication of medical information for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and non-English speaking patients or family members.

Awards

  • Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), 2016
  • Honors Graduate 
    • University of Illinois College of Medicine, 2008
  • Warren H. Cole Scholarship 
    • University of Illinois College of Medicine, 2008
  • Doctor's Doctor Award 
    • University of Illinois College of Medicine, 2008
  • Alpha Omega Alpha 
    • Medical Honor Society, 2007

Locations

  1. Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road
    • 1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg A, Fl 4, Atlanta, GA 30322
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: The Ohio State University, Wexner Medical Center, Surgical Oncology, 2015
  • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine, General Surgery, 2013
  • Medical Education: University of Illinois College of Medicine, MD, 2008

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2015
  • Complex General Surgical Oncology: American Board of Surgery, 2015

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

350 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/31/2026

    Great !!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/20/2026

    Dr Saunders was amazing, very professional and informative.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Dr. Suanders has excellent patient care skills. He is thoughtful, explained my condition and next steps thoroughly and exhibited care and concern for me. I really enjoyed having him as a provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    Excellent and caring Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/29/2025

    Very Good!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/22/2025

    Dr. Saunders was wonderful. He explained my condition and planned treatment thoroughly.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Always a good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/6/2025

    Dr Saunders was very helpful in explaining the process.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2025

    My physician was wonderful. He explained what the procedure would be when he receive the final report.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    Dr. Saunders was very helpful in explaining the process and procedures associated with the surgery.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    Everything was great

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/24/2025

    Regarding recommendation of physician, that remains to be seen from the remainder of treatment and follow-up. Regarding treatment "options", no real options were discussed. He basically just explained how the procedure was done and some sequelae regarding recovery. No alternatives were mentioned and no "if you do nothing, the outcome might be". No recommendations for PT or pain management were offered for the two months until a surgery could be scheduled, despite being told the reason for the visit was a substantial increase in pain/discomfort. This felt like a classic case of surgeons just operate; they don't treat the whole patient

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/17/2025

    Dr Saunders gave me confidence that the procedure I was having would be find. I was nervous about procedure.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Very good.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/19/2025

    Dr Saunders is an excellent communicator and allowed me extra time for my follow up questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Very good

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2025

    Professional and informative

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    Dr & PA explained everything in precised detail and understanding

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Dr. Saunders is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr. Saunders was very thorough. He explained everything very well and was easily understand. Answered all our questions. Professional, polite, knowledgeable, and caring!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    I was confident the doctor cared about my health and he walked me through the process.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/23/2025

    Explained surgery and options in detail. Very easy talk to.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/22/2025

    Excellent Doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Dr. Saunders was respectful and courteous. I would like to express my sincere gratitude to him for the excellent service and care he provided to me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    SAUNDERS, NEIL D has been a great provider. He is professional, respectful, passionate, and knowledgeable in what he does. Loreski Collado, MD performed my biopsy. It was my first time meeting with her. She was friendly, knowledgeable, and answered all my questions I had. I appreciate all the care.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/17/2025

    I just had a recent surgery with Dr. Saunders and my incision is healing up nicely it's not even noticeable. Him and his team definitely handled me with great care prior to and after surgery. Highly recommend this doctor

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/30/2025

    Dr. Saunders is great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/19/2025

    Dr. Saunders is carrying, professional, respectful, and knowledgeable provider. I am comfortable in recommending him to friends and family. He is a great asset to Emory Hospital. May God bless you Dr. Saunders

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/17/2025

    I would recommend Dr. Saunders with 100% confidence that the treatment he gives me would be the same given to friends and family.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    Good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/1/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/16/2025

    Dr Saunders addressed my concerns and explained my options very

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2025

    Dr Saunders is the best! He cured me!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/14/2025

    Office contacted me to schedule. Dr. Saunders was great.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2025

    Excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/2/2025

    My Dr is the best

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/26/2025

    Dr Saunders is very knowledgeable and explains everything I ask.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2025

    He did an excellent job of explaining the process and options including drawing diagrams!!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/11/2025

    Great interaction with Dr. Saunders.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/19/2024

    Dr. Neil Saunders has been very knowledgeable in discussing and explaining my problems. He has been respectful to me as a client.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2024

    Dr. Saunders is an Excellent Physician who has Real Care & Concern for his Patients Wellbeing!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/30/2024

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/26/2024

    Very prompt. Excellent explanation of my medical condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/14/2024

    My experience during the video was very good explanations and answers to my questions were clear and helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/1/2024

    Good charity

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2024

    The doctor's explanation was clear and easily understood. I felt at ease during the visit knowing that my concerns were being addressed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2024

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/7/2024

    Dr. Saunders is one of THE MOST CARING AND PROFESSIONAL physicians I've ever had the pleasure of being under their care. He listens and explains. He and his staff are AWESOME!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2024

    Dr. Saunders explanations and concern were very helpful.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2024

    The attention is very good. Much. Congratulations

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2024

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/2/2024

    Wonderful, he was SO PROFESSIONAL and I felt completely positive about him and we had a video appointment. He explained everything perfectly. He showed me my scan and then showed me on a diagram of where my problems were, what he would do, what to expect and ALL!!!! Then I was very happy with him listening to what I had to say and giving me time for questions. I felt much better after talking with him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/21/2024

    Pleasant experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/19/2024

    Doctor Saunders is very professional and explains things to my satisfaction. He's very patient as well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2024

    Very thorough and personable

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/28/2024

    Dr Saunders was amazing! Bar none!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2024

    All questions were answered and a great plan was made!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/11/2024

    Dr. Saunders is THE BEST!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/9/2024

    Mist thorough and knowledgeable. Very concerned about my questions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/31/2024

    Amazing experience with Dr. Saunders! He made me feel very comfortable about my problem and my decision for further treatment. I'm extremely pleased with my care at Emory. I have been made to feel like a person and my health and well being is the number one priority.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2024

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/10/2024

    Dr. Saunders has been perfect!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/4/2024

    The experience was a pleasant one