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About Susan Modesitt
Emory Affiliation
Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
Academic Title
Professor
Chair, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics
Year Started Practicing
2002
About the Provider
Susan C. Modesitt, MD, FACOG, FACS, is professor and chair in the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Emory University School of Medicine. A board certified gynecologic oncologist, Dr. Modesitt specializes in the treatment of gynecologic malignancies, and is an attending physician based primarily at Emory University Hospital Midtown and Emory University Hospital. Prior to joining Emory, she was professor and division director of gynecologic oncology at the University of Virginia.
Dr. Modesitt is a fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the American College of Surgeons and has served in multiple leadership roles and committees for Society of Gynecologic Oncology, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and NRG Oncology.
Dr. Modesitt completed medical school at the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, her obstetrics and gynecology residency at the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill and her gynecologic oncology fellowship at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center.
Dr. Modesitt's research focuses on hereditary cancers, obesity-related cancers and clinical trials in gynecologic oncology.
Dr. Modesitt serves as editor-in-chief of Gynecologic Oncology Reports. She has published extensively on gynecologic cancers.
Interpretive Services
Awards
Dr. Modesitt has been recognized annually by Castle Connolly as a Top Doctor for Cancer since 2012 and as one of the Exceptional Women in Medicine since 2017.
Academic Profile
Winship Cancer Institute Profile
Video
Locations
- Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road
- 1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg A, Fl 4, Atlanta, GA 30322
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-3401
- fax: 404-686-1492
- Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- 36 Linden Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30308
- Get Directions
- phone: 404-778-3401
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: MD Anderson Cancer Center, Gynecologic Oncology, 2002
- Residency: University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, Obstetrics & Gynecology, 1999
- Medical Education: University of Virginia School of Medicine, MD, 1995
Board Certifications
- Gynecologic Oncology: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2005
- Obstetrics and Gynecology: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, 2003
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
400 ratingsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2026
I cannot imagine a better physician than Dr. Susan Modesitt. She should be cloned so that the whole world could benefit from her competence and compassion.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
Very consultative. I felt at ease
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2026
Dr Modesitt is an angel
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr. Modesitt and her team are the BEST! Unequivocally, their total care far exceeded expectations!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Dr Modisett is wonderful! She really wants to ease my fear and include me in decision-making.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2026
Dr Modesitt is a very very good doctor she takes her time explain things a d ask questions. She cares about patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/31/2025
Dr. Modesitt was very thorough in explaining everything to me before surgery. She was excellent in the hospital after surgery, when she rounded on me. I'm very pleased with her and glad I don't have cancer and need additional treatments with her but will miss having an excellent doctor that is truly about patient care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Dr Modesitt is always pleasant. She takes the time to thoroughly answer any questions that I have and I never feel rushed. I totally trust Dr Modesitt and would highly recommend her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2025
Feel extremely fortunate to have Dr. Modesitt as my gynecological oncologist. She is caring, knowledgeable & just extremely "the best." Very willing to answer questions and very straightforward. And so smart. Could not ask for better care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr Modesitt listens to me and addresses all my questions and concerns. From the cancer surgery continuing through my chemo treatments she (and her staff) have been the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2025
Dr. Modesitt is fantastic!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
Doctor Modesitt is outstanding. She calmed all my fear and explained everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr Modesitt is just the Best!!!!Blessed to have her as my Amazing and Awesome Doctor!
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
I did not have a good experience with Dr. Modesitt given my personal experience with why I scheduled this appointment to begin with.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Dr Modesitt is empathetic, genuine, and shows great empathy while also reassuring you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
I cannot say enough good about Dr. Modesitt. I was in unbearable pain and pretty terrified of surgery but she came in and took time to explain everything and put me more at ease. She was warm and personable and made me feel cared about at a time when I really needed it. The surgery went well and had good biopsy results. The follow-up visit was great, she answered all my questions and again made me feel like she truly cared. I am grateful to her beyond words.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2025
Very nice and Considerate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Always a good experience with the Doctor and staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
Dr. Modesitt was wonderful. She was very thorough and explained things so that they were easy for me to understand. I appreciated her candor, direct delivery, and sense of humor. As a new patient, I felt that she gave me ample time for questions and I was very pleased with my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
The Dr and PA are all 5s. There Is not too many options at the Hospitals currently despite a lot of new studues Treatment options becoming available
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/17/2025
I love her. She is special. Very caring and smart.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/11/2025
Dr. Modesitt has been doing great job on my case for 3 years. I'm so grateful for her genuine care and broad knowledge to pin point my issues. I have recommended her to one patient outside of Georgia state.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2025
Dr. Modesitt is awesome, but I will have to find a new doctor. After the first of the year, she will only be at the Midtown office 1/2 day on Mondays.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
The experience made me feel as if I was in good hands
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
My PA and Dr. Were very efficient and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
This treatment team, is outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr Modesitt is an angel sent from heaven. She is always friendly and willing to have necessary conversations. Love her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr Modesitt is phenomenal. I am so grateful to be under her care management. She is extremely knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Dr. Modesitt has everything about my case in her mind. She is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2025
Very Professional and put us at ease
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Dr Modesitt is incredible! Smart, talented and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2025
Dr. Modesitt is excellent. Friendly and explains everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
Excellent doctor. Allowed me to make decisions while providing sound advice and reasoning.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2025
Dr. Modesitt is highly knowledgeable and informative. She was thorough and answered any questions that I had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
I would recommend my Doctor to anyone who needs a good Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2025
Extremely personable and kind! Exactly what you want in a doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/22/2025
So kind, professional and efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
So very nice, compassionate, understanding.Trying to solve ongoing issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr. Modesitt is a great knowledgeable physician in her field. She makes me feel comfortable and I am blessed to have her as my physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
The Dr and her staff are really good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
We trust Dr Modesitt and Emory Winship - literally with my life
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Top notch physician my diagnosis recommended surgery and postop care was excellent,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/25/2025
Everything was Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/18/2025
Dr Modesitt takes time with me and makes sure I understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2025
Doc Modisett and her team always do a great job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2025
She prepared me for my meeting with my physician. She was very thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2025
Dr. Morissette and I had no trouble using the TeleMed system
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2025
Praying that she would start seeing new patients again because I really feel a strong connection with her and want her as my doctor to manage my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2025
Love Dr Modesitt. She is very caring and empathetic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2025
DR Modesitt always give you the feeling of Hope
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2025
The providers & all the staff have been Great while we are on this Journey of treatments
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2025
Dr Modesitt acknowledged there comparing a previous PET-CT from outside Emory to the most recent surveillance CT completed at Emory did not provide a true comparison to determine efficacy of current Treatment. She offered encouraging evidence from the radiology reports that there is reason to believe treatment is working as there is no progression showing. She Recommends continuing for another 3 rounds and repeating surveillance scan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Dr. Modessit is always professional and straight forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
Dr. Modesitt is always attentive to my questions
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Care was good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2025
Dr Susan Modesitt is a fabulous doctor who is knowledgeable, kind, caring and very compassionate. I have been to MD Anderson as well as City of Hope in CA and Dr Modesitt has been one of the finest doctors I have seen. Emory is very blessed to have her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2024
I am so Thankful To GOD that I was referred to her by my PCP. Her care for me was excellent, she made me feel comfortable being in her care. I Thank God for her.,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2024
As always, Dr. Modesitt did a great job on my following up appointment. Checking my health condition and making the right movements is the crucial step for me. I am so grateful for having her as my doctor.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/6/2024
The overall Care team is great this was the first issue I have had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
If the option were there, I would have checked outstanding vs very good. Dr. Modesitt truly is outstanding in listening, answering forthrightly, explaining clearly, great empathy and a wonderful surgeon. Highly recommend.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
Intelligent, empathetic, hands on I wish Dr. Modesitt specialized in other types of cancer care. I would highly recommend her to any female effected by cancer.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2024
The team of nurses & the doctor has been phenomenal
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2024
Dr Modesitt is wonderful - a blessing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Personal issues were handled professionally.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/1/2024
The provider is nice & straight forward always answers my questions if any
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2024
I Love the confidence Dr Modesitt gives me she is always Positive making me feel better
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Dr Modesitt is awesome! Always listens, is compassionate and kind and answers my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
Good the doctor is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Dr. Modesitt is always energetic and helpful! She answered my questions honestly and thoughtfully. I'm so grateful and lucky to be her patient!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2024
This was such a good experience for me. Cancer is so scary and the nurses and doctors at Emory provided nothing but the most humanistic care they asked questions, got to know both me and my husband, showed genuine concern, and used humor to diffuse any fear. A HUGE difference from my experience at Piedmont, I'm grateful!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2024
I have the highest level of confidence with Dr. Modesitt as my physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2024
Dr Modesitt is a wonderful doctor. She is knowledgeable, kind and compassionate and I am very happy that she is my oncologist.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2024
I am amazed at Dr. Modesitt. I felt very comfortable talking with her and her explained everything so thorough. I wish she could be my regular OBGYN.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
Dr. Modesitt is always straightforward with all my health issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2024
Dr Modesitt and Dr. Root gave me complete attention and answered all of my questions thoroughly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2024
Dr Modesitt is a blessing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2024
Dr. Modesitt always gives valuable professional advice in my situation. Every time I see her, I feel so lucky to be her patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2024
Dr. Modesitt is a great listener and tries to accommodate patiently without compromising their health. I appreciate her knowledge and expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
Dr. Modesitt is by far one of, if not the best physician I have ever encountered. Her level of care is beyond superb!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
Very good service all around
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2024
Dr. Modesitt is AMAZING!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2024
I have no problems with my doctor one of the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2024
She is wonderful
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
I appreciate Dr. Modisette in her care team. I just hope this most recent delay with the scan results. It's not a standard practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2024
The care provider was very concerned , good listener, understandable .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2024
These answers refer to Dr ModesittI wouldn't be so complimentary of other providers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2024
Dr Modesitt is an excellent doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2024
Overall, excellent care. I'm very grateful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2024
Dr Modesitt is amazing. She is the reason we came to Emory.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
The entire team was very efficient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/2/2024
An Intern or Resident (not sure which he was) was so kind and listened carefully to concerns.
