Neil D. Saunders Emory Faculty
Neil D. Saunders Emory Faculty

Neil D. Saunders, MD

Surgery, Complex General Surgical Oncology, General Surgery

4.9 - 350 Ratings

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg A, Fl 4, Atlanta, GA 30322
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About

 

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.

Languages

  • English

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

Locations

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast
Bldg A, Fl 4
Atlanta, GA 30322

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 350 ratings

The 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.

4.9 Provider showed concern
4.9 Provider explained things clearly
4.9 Provider discussed treatment options
4.9 Provider included you in decisions
4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider
5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-24

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-31

Great !!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-20

Dr Saunders was amazing, very professional and informative.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-30

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 Reviewed on 2026-01-17

Excellent and caring Doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-29

Very Good!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-22

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-16

Always a good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-06

Dr Saunders was very helpful in explaining the process.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-14

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-04

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-26

Everything was great

3 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-24

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 Reviewed on 2025-10-17

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-10

Very good.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-19

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-10

Very good

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-06

Professional and informative

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-29

Dr & PA explained everything in precised detail and understanding

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-23

Very professional

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-22

Dr. Saunders is the best

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-21

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 Reviewed on 2025-08-10

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-23

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-22

Excellent Doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-11

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 Reviewed on 2025-07-01

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 Reviewed on 2025-06-17

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 Reviewed on 2025-05-30

Dr. Saunders is great!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-19

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 Reviewed on 2025-05-17

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 Reviewed on 2025-04-22

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-01

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-16

Dr Saunders addressed my concerns and explained my options very

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-13

Dr Saunders is the best! He cured me!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-14

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-11

Excellent!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-02

My Dr is the best

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-26

Dr Saunders is very knowledgeable and explains everything I ask.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-17

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-11

Great interaction with Dr. Saunders.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-19

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 Reviewed on 2024-12-03

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-30

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-26

Very prompt. Excellent explanation of my medical condition.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-14

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-01

Good charity

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

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 Reviewed on 2024-09-24

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-07

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 Reviewed on 2024-09-02

Dr. Saunders explanations and concern were very helpful.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-20

The attention is very good. Much. Congratulations

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-05

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-02

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 Reviewed on 2024-07-21

Pleasant experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-19

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

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-18

Very thorough and personable

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-28

Dr Saunders was amazing! Bar none!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-21

All questions were answered and a great plan was made!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-11

Dr. Saunders is THE BEST!

Credentials

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

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

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

Professional Memberships

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