Kristen D. Starbuck Emory Faculty
Kristen D. Starbuck Emory Faculty

Kristen D. Starbuck, MD

Gynecologic Oncology

4.9 - 509 Ratings

Emory at Decatur - Hematology & Oncology

2675 North Decatur Road, Ste 307, Decatur, GA 30033 +1 More Locations
Telehealth Visits Available
Existing Patient Scheduling Book Online (404) 778-3401

About

As a gynecologic cancer specialist, Kristen D. Starbuck, MD collaborates with gynecologic cancer teams to deliver top care to patients at Emory Decatur Hospital. She specializes in the treatment of cervical, ovarian, uterine, vulvar and vaginal cancer. Dr. Starbuck is assistant professor in the Division of Gynecologic Oncology of the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Emory University School of Medicine.

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

  • Assistant Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2020

Locations

Emory at Decatur - Hematology & Oncology

2675 North Decatur Road
Ste 307
Decatur, GA 30033

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Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown

36 Linden Avenue Northeast
Atlanta, GA 30308

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Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5 overall rating 509 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 2026-04-22

Dr.Starbucks is passionate and caring about her work. She made a difference in my life.

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-12

Specific treatment was not clarified. As a non-medical professional, I am unsure of the appropriate question. Apparently, my treatment plan does not have the same length of chemo-infusion at each visit. For example, one visit would be 4 hours, then the next one would be 2 hours. This was not explained to me. This varied length of time is only an issue when it comes to the guest who may be driving me to the treatment. The length of the visit may or may not impact my schedule nor theirs. This includes my spouse, my daughters or my friends.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-04

I just love Dr. Starbucks and team

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-24

Dr. Starbuck is a compassionate person that was easy to talk to.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-24

Absolutely THE best care given and compassionate and informative bed side manner.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-21

Dr stair ick and her assisting physician Dr Larissa was excellent. They listen and address all of my concerns. Thank you

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-17

Extremely well informed and polite.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-03

You need an "Excellent" box for this team.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-28

Dr. Starbuck is the most caring physician I have ever been to.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-24

I was so nervous for my appointment but the nurses and doctor and physician was so cool and super sweet

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-06

Dr. Starbuck took the time to explain to me concerning the medical info about a past surgical procedure and what the exam should reveal to me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-06

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-02

Great team of professionals. We hold Dr. Starbuck in high regard.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-29

Very good conversation

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-27

Very thorough visit and all my needs were met.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-23

Dr Starbuck is a compassionate provider who listens and cares for her patients. She really is special! I'm glad I didn't need her services for a long time, but I will recommend her loudly to anyone who might!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-18

Good

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-16

Positive experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-09

Good experience. All questions answered.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-12-02

She is very thorough and understanding.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-24

Everyone was so helpful and great!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-18

Good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-11

I was aware of the possibility that could be going on with me at all times.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-21

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-06

Excellent job! I left the visit feeling very positive and comfortable with next steps and my confidence in Dr. Starbuck.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-04

Dr Starbuck alway exceeded my expectations I am blessed to have awesome medical provider like her . Thank you

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-02

Dr. Starbuck even drew me a picture to show me what I am going through. Now I know what to avoid to not be uncomfortable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-23

Every person working in this office gave explicit directions, checked for understanding, and was pleasant. It feels like a safe place.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-16

I appreciated her directness and honesty, her listening carefully to our questions and completeness of her response. I felt like my questions and concerns would be invited and addressed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-15

Very good Doctors. Would highly recommend.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-06

What an absolutely superb doctordelighted to consult with a compassionate expert who took her time with me and didn't spend it logging info on a computer.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-30

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-26

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-12

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-12

Dr. Starbuck is an outstanding doctor and I would highly recommend her. She listens and I felt like all of my questions and concerns were addressed well.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-09

Wonderful doctor, very approachable

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-21

I'd rate Dr. Starbuck a 10 - beyond what the scale provides. The best! I am forever grateful.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-23

Took her time! Went above and beyond!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-20

Because of the kindness we get each time. We are happy you all are our health provider.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-10

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-04

The doctor and the NP were amazing. I'm sorry I keep saying the same, but every person we interacted with was just incredible in every aspect possible. We waited for two hours and left happy; that's how good they are.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-24

Dr. Starbucks has been fantastic

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-03

Had no negative feelings or experience. Everything went very well

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-03

Love Dr.Starbuck

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-30

Dr. Starbucks is excellent. She always exhibits concern about any medical issue I have and thoroughly investigates as well ans explains what might be occurring. I have full confidence in her medical care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-23

Dr Starbuck truly shows her compassion and interest in her patients.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-23

Dr. Starbuck is an excellent doctor & I do trust her with my life. I know that I am in exceptionally good hands!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-22

I liked Dr Starbuck, Dr Bausch (?), and the nurse who met with us. They were all very knowledgeable and kind.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-19

Dr Starbuck is wonderful. Very empathetic. Very caring. Vey informative and knowledgeable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-15

Dr. Starbuck did an excellent job of caring for me and providing me with necessary information.

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-12

Rushed , annoyed , not the same personality as consult .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-11

Yes I would strongly recommend Dr. Starbuck To any of my Family and friends, my husbandAnd I will highly recommend her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-29

Dr. Starbuck and team are always thoughtful, direct, clear and the experts I trust.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-22

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-21

Dr.Starbuck is amazing, I wish more doctors were as wonderful as she is

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-19

She is the best as was her assistant.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-18

Dr. Starbuck is the absolute best ever. I would recommend her without reservation to any woman with a gynecological cancer. She is kind and respectful, but more importantly she is knowledgeable and current.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-18

Dr. Starbucks was very vested in finding the right information and resources to assist in finding the right path for a resolution to my care. She assured me that she will get to the source of the problem.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-11

Dr K Starbuck continued to care and administer exceptional care to me .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-08

Dr. Starbuck is simply the best!! So is the staff

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-27

Dr. Starbuck is a literal dream. As a patient who hasn't navigated surgery, let alone oncology, I had a lot of questions and each one was met with thoughtfulness, extended explanations, and an outline of possible options. I felt clear about the process moving forward, and the best case/worst case scenarios. Dr. Starbuck took the time to get to know me a bit, too, which helped reassure me before a big (for me) procedure. 10/10 highly recommend to anyone.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-19

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-11

My visit with The Women's Center was more than pleasant and more professional for me. My doctor made me feel comfortable and confident in her care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-10

Follow up visit provided information needed.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-08

I recommend at anytime, very professional and knowledgeable .

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-05

I liked Dr. Starbuck from the moment that I met her in the emergency room. She is caring, attentive and provides detailed information regarding services that were and will be provided to me. I read people well and she is awesome.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-25

Dr. Starbuck is excellent. She had already called to give me results from my surgery. Yesterday she gave me a verbal and a written report. All these ways combined are valuable and appreciated. My exam was thorough and sensitive and valuable, reaffirming, and appreciated. Thank you!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-25

Dr Starbuck is an excellent physician

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-06

Dr. Starbuck is very caring and treated me with respect. She explained in detail the treatment that she would be providing to me. I feel very special to have been referred to Dr. Starbuck and look forward to our doctor, patient relationship. I would highly recommend her to any of my family and friends.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-02

Dr. Starbuck listens and always addresses my concerns and includes me in the conversation. I am very pleased having her as my doctor. She makes me feel like I am a person who is seen and heard and not just a patient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-25

Dr. STarbuck always seem very caring and answers questions in a very calm honest manner.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-19

Very good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-12

Dr. Starbuck always listens and includes me in making decisions about my care.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-12

Dr.Starbuck is amazing, kind,patient and after having a difficult time being heard by doctors, I wish everyone could experience a doctor like her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-12

Dr Starbuck is an excellent surgeon and is deeply compassionate and empathetic. She is a very able communicator, laying out options and risks with each choice.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-12-11

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-22

Dr. Starbuck listens and addresses my questions and concerns.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-19

Dr. Starbuck always listens and is supportive of me as I go through my chemo treatments. She cares about me.The whole patient.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-16

Good experience.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-12

Dr. Starbuck is very good.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-09

Absolutely would recommend

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-07

I had an awesome first impression. Feels like a great match.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-05

Dr. Starbuck is an exceptional doctor. She shows great concern about me and my health. I have full confidence in her. I am so thankful to have her as my doctor!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-02

Very good explanation by Dr.K . Starbuck.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-29

Will highly recommend.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-21

Dr found no existing areas that required treatment, therefore all that was needed was a 6 month follow up visit.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-19

Dr. Starbuck is friendly, but very professional.. She's very compassionate and cares about her patients. She makes you feel comfortable in any situation you're in. She's the best!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-24

I have complete confidence in Dr. Starbuck. I would recommend her without reserve to any woman with gynecologic cancer.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-09

Given the reason I was there for care and the fact my sister passed from ovarian cancer, Dr. Starbuck advised that genetic testing might be a good option to consider. I appreciate that she had the forward thinking and care to ensure that I was aware of the options available to me.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-07

No complaints

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-07

Dr. Starbuck was excellent. She explained everything so clearly and was patient with my questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-29

She is very professional, clear and transparent, very attentive and too friendly.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-20

Dr Kristen Starbuck is an excellent physician.Highly skilled surgeon and oncologist. Emory is very lucky to have her.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-15

This was probably the best care experience I've ever received from a doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-09

Dr. Starbuck is awesome!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-07

My magnificent provider I am highly grateful

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-07

Professional/Compassionate Very pleased with entire visit

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-25

Good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-24

Dr and staff was very informative

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-23

Dr Starbuck is personable, caring, thorough and provides excellent explanations. Her resident explained the exam and the findings well in simple terms which Dr Starbuck concurred with.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-19

Yes, I would recommend my family, They treated me like family.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-10

My provider always take the time to explain and listen. She's the best!!!!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-10

Excellent provider

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-02

Dr. Kristen Starbuck is very kind, she listens very well and demonstrates care, compassion and concern about my wellbeing.She is an outstanding doctor.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-22

Provider has excellent patient communication skills, very caring and listens to concerns and answer my questions.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-13

Dr. Starbuck was very patient with me during my decision to continue chemotherapy infusions. She answered all my questions and provided me with all the information I needed to make an informed decision. Her explanations of the pros and cons of each option made me feel comfortable with my decision. My sincere gratitude goes out to her for her kindness and understanding.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-11

Very well

Credentials

Education

  • Fellowship: University at Buffalo School of Medicine, Gynecologic Oncology, 2020
  • Residency: Case Western Reserve University Metrohealth Medical Center, Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2014
  • Medical Education: University of Connecticut Health Center, MD, 2010