Message from the Division Director
As the Director of the Gynecologic Oncology Division of the Gynecology and Obstetrics Department, I want to welcome and encourage you to learn about our incredibly dedicated cancer faculty. Our division’s mission is to provide outstanding and cutting-edge clinical care to women with gynecologic malignancies while focusing our research efforts on prevention, early detection/screening, and novel clinical trials that will become the new standard of care. We treat women with all reproductive/gynecologic cancers which include cervical, endometrial (uterine) ovarian, fallopian tube, primary peritoneal cancers as well as gestational trophoblastic disease.
Our division is part of the Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University, the only National Cancer Institute designated Comprehensive Cancer Center in Georgia. Winship offers cancer expertise and experience found only at the top four percent of cancer centers across the country with the same recognition. Our faculty are fellowship-trained and board-certified (or board eligible) in Gynecologic Oncology. The Division of Gynecologic Oncology has offered active cancer care services at Emory University Hospital, Grady Memorial Hospital, and Emory University Hospital Midtown since 1974 and has expanded to also provide care at Emory Decatur Hospital and Emory St. Joseph’s Hospital.
While cancer is a daunting diagnosis, our commitment is to continue to advance our research to investigate and institute innovative cancer treatment options while always providing the absolute highest level of care for women with gynecologic malignancies. It is truly an honor and a privilege to be able to partner with our patients and their families on this journey and I am continually awed by our patients’ grace and courage. We welcome you to reach out to us with questions or for consultation.
Respectfully,
Susan C. Modesitt, MD, FACOG, FACS
Division Director, Gynecologic Oncology
Gynecologic Team Leader, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
Patient Care
Our gynecologic oncologists treat patients referred for complex procedures and life-threatening illnesses. Services at Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, and Emory University St. Joseph's include all forms of minor and radical surgeries for gynecological cancers.
These services include the following:
- Cervical cancer - diagnosis and treatment
- Ovarian cancer - diagnosis and treatment
- Uterine cancer - diagnosis and treatment
- Vaginal and vulvar cancer - diagnosis and treatment
- Diseases of the vulva - diagnosis and treatment
- Gynecological malignancies and pre-invasive lesions - all forms of surgery
Within the past few years, our gynecological oncologists have adopted a minimalist approach, using non-invasive and minimally invasive procedures as well as advanced surgical techniques. These include pelvic laparoscopy for the treatment of gynecological cancers. Our division also is recognized nationally and internationally for its research. We are involved with clinical trials that provide our team with the latest innovations and state-of-the-art treatment protocols.
To make an appointment, please call 404-778-3401.
Our Locations
Our physicians and staff treat patients at Emory University Hospital Midtown, the Emory University campus and the campus of Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital. Click on the links below for maps and directions to these locations.
- The Emory Clinic at Building A - located on the Emory University campus
- The Emory Clinic at Emory University Hospital Midtown - located in midtown Atlanta
- Emory Women's Center at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - located just inside the Perimeter