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Dr. Carol Sawmiller, MD

Dr. Carol Sawmiller, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Carol Sawmiller, MD is a general surgeon in Kettering, OH and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Ohio State University in 1994. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kettering Health Main Campus and Kettering Health Miamisburg. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 33 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (33 reviews)

Kettering Health Medical Group General Surgery - Main Campus

3533 Southern Blvd Ste 2250 Kettering, OH 45429
Telehealth available

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(937) 534-0330

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sawmiller is affiliated with Kettering Health Main Campus Kettering, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Sawmiller specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Sawmiller's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sawmiller

4.4

33 ratings, 25 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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Dec 10, 2024
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Nov 12, 2024
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Nov 05, 2024
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Jun 04, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
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Linda – May 30, 2024
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May 01, 2024
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Apr 30, 2024
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Apr 16, 2024
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Mar 06, 2024
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Feb 27, 2024
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Feb 27, 2024
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Nov 28, 2023
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Nov 28, 2023
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Oct 11, 2023
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Sep 26, 2023
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Sep 20, 2023
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Aug 29, 2023
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Aug 09, 2023
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Mar 26, 2023
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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About Me

care philosophy

Carol Sawmiller, MD, FACS, is a highly skilled and experienced general surgeon at Kettering Health Medical Group. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), which designates her as a board\-certified surgeon who has been recognized...read more

biography

Carol Sawmiller, MD, FACS, is a highly skilled and experienced general surgeon at Kettering Health Medical Group. She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), which designates her as a board\-certified surgeon who has been recognized...read more

  • General Surgery

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  • Ohio State University

    Medical School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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  • National Outstanding Chief Surgical Resident, awarded by the Association of Women Surgeons, 2000

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Locations

Kettering Health Medical Group General Surgery - Main Campus

Kettering Health Medical Group General Surgery - Main Campus3533 Southern Blvd Ste 2250 Kettering, OH 45429
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    • Tue: 12:00pm - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kettering Health Main Campus

    3535 Southern Blvd
    Kettering, OH 45429
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Kettering Health Miamisburg

    4000 Miamisburg Centerville Rd
    Miamisburg, OH 45342
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Kettering Health Dayton

    405 W Grand Ave
    Dayton, OH 45405
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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