Susan Modesitt Emory Faculty
Susan Modesitt Emory Faculty

Susan Modesitt, MD

Gynecologic Oncology

4.9 - 404 Ratings

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

1365 Clifton Road Northeast, Bldg A, Fl 4, Atlanta, GA 30322 +1 More Locations
Existing Patient Scheduling Book Online (404) 778-3401

About

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.

Publications

Languages

  • English

Emory Affiliation

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

Academic Title

  • Professor

Year Started Practicing

  • 2002

Locations

Emory Clinic at 1365 Clifton Road

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

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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 404 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 2026-05-05

Dr. Modesitt is the very Best!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-09

Dr Modesitt listens to my concerns and quickly authorizes any further action needed. She is a jewel. Her caring and compassion are evident. Thank you so much.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-08

Dr, Modesitt is relatable, was interested and did a thorough exam. She presented options going forward that were helpful. She's the best of the best !

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-04-07

Dr. Modesitt is the best among the best. She is so skillful and nice.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-03-18

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 Reviewed on 2026-03-04

Very consultative. I felt at ease

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-15

Dr Modesitt is an angel

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-02-04

Dr. Modesitt and her team are the BEST! Unequivocally, their total care far exceeded expectations!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-13

Dr Modisett is wonderful! She really wants to ease my fear and include me in decision-making.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2026-01-07

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 Reviewed on 2025-12-31

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 Reviewed on 2025-12-23

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 Reviewed on 2025-12-13

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 Reviewed on 2025-12-10

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 Reviewed on 2025-12-01

Dr. Modesitt is fantastic!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-26

Doctor Modesitt is outstanding. She calmed all my fear and explained everything

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-20

Dr Modesitt is just the Best!!!!Blessed to have her as my Amazing and Awesome Doctor!

1 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-19

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 Reviewed on 2025-11-18

Dr Modesitt is empathetic, genuine, and shows great empathy while also reassuring you

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-17

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 Reviewed on 2025-11-12

Very nice and Considerate

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-11

Always a good experience with the Doctor and staff

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-11-07

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 Reviewed on 2025-10-24

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 Reviewed on 2025-10-17

I love her. She is special. Very caring and smart.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-10-11

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 Reviewed on 2025-09-27

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 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

The experience made me feel as if I was in good hands

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-12

My PA and Dr. Were very efficient and personable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-09-03

Very good experience

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-25

This treatment team, is outstanding

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-15

Dr Modesitt is an angel sent from heaven. She is always friendly and willing to have necessary conversations. Love her

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-15

Dr Modesitt is phenomenal. I am so grateful to be under her care management. She is extremely knowledgeable.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-15

Dr. Modesitt has everything about my case in her mind. She is the best!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-15

Very Professional and put us at ease

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-08-09

Dr Modesitt is incredible! Smart, talented and caring.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-24

Dr. Modesitt is excellent. Friendly and explains everything.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-23

Excellent doctor. Allowed me to make decisions while providing sound advice and reasoning.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-19

Dr. Modesitt is highly knowledgeable and informative. She was thorough and answered any questions that I had

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-16

I would recommend my Doctor to anyone who needs a good Doctor

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-07-04

Extremely personable and kind! Exactly what you want in a doctor!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-29

Excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-22

So kind, professional and efficient

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-06-20

So very nice, compassionate, understanding.Trying to solve ongoing issues.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-23

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 Reviewed on 2025-05-11

The Dr and her staff are really good.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-09

We trust Dr Modesitt and Emory Winship - literally with my life

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-05-08

Top notch physician my diagnosis recommended surgery and postop care was excellent,

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-25

Everything was Great

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-18

Dr Modesitt takes time with me and makes sure I understand.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-04-12

Doc Modisett and her team always do a great job.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-21

She prepared me for my meeting with my physician. She was very thorough

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-19

Dr. Morissette and I had no trouble using the TeleMed system

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-03-12

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 Reviewed on 2025-02-07

Love Dr Modesitt. She is very caring and empathetic

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-02-05

DR Modesitt always give you the feeling of Hope

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-24

The providers & all the staff have been Great while we are on this Journey of treatments

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-24

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 Reviewed on 2025-01-10

Dr. Modessit is always professional and straight forward.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-10

Dr. Modesitt is always attentive to my questions

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-09

Care was good

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2025-01-03

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 Reviewed on 2024-12-13

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 Reviewed on 2024-12-07

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 Reviewed on 2024-12-06

The overall Care team is great this was the first issue I have had.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-27

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 Reviewed on 2024-11-18

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 Reviewed on 2024-11-17

The team of nurses & the doctor has been phenomenal

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-08

Dr Modesitt is wonderful - a blessing.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-05

Personal issues were handled professionally.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-11-01

The provider is nice & straight forward always answers my questions if any

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-30

I Love the confidence Dr Modesitt gives me she is always Positive making me feel better

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-23

Dr Modesitt is awesome! Always listens, is compassionate and kind and answers my questions

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-18

Good the doctor is excellent

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-10-16

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 Reviewed on 2024-09-08

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 Reviewed on 2024-09-08

I have the highest level of confidence with Dr. Modesitt as my physician.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-09-04

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 Reviewed on 2024-08-23

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 Reviewed on 2024-08-20

Dr. Modesitt is always straightforward with all my health issues.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-18

Dr Modesitt and Dr. Root gave me complete attention and answered all of my questions thoroughly

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-09

Dr Modesitt is a blessing.

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-08-09

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 Reviewed on 2024-08-03

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 Reviewed on 2024-08-02

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 Reviewed on 2024-07-19

Very good service all around

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-12

Dr. Modesitt is AMAZING!

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-07-03

I have no problems with my doctor one of the best

5 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-19

She is wonderful

4 out of 5 Reviewed on 2024-06-17

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.

Credentials

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

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.