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Dr. Sarah Willard, MD

Dr. Sarah Willard, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Sarah Willard, MD is a general surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas at Arlington in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities Leconte Medical Center and Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

2001 Laurel Ave Ste 204 Knoxville, TN 37916

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(865) 541-2784

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Willard's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Willard

4.8
15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
93%
93%
4 star
0%
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3 star
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2 star
7%
7%
1 star
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Saved my Legs
She was totally down to earth and related well with me..She told me to trust her and she would do everything she could to save my legs.She did too..Thank God..her staff is very knowledgeable about her procedures and explain it well..She was and is a great healer..trust her
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
May 15, 2023
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I cannot write enough good things about Dr. Willard. I came to her with a head wound that would not heal and I must say she is one of the best doctors I have ever been to. She always made me feel important as her patient and always took time to answer and address any questions that I had. Her compassion and expertise are qualities everyone looks for in a physician. I highly recommend Dr. Sarah Willard.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Terrye Danner – Jun 18, 2020
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Dr. Willard , I just got discharged from her care today from off the 3rd floor the surgical unit at Fort Sanders Regional. She did my surgery on my neck as I am a type 1 diabetic and my neck was full of MRSA so she had to cut open my neck of course a nasty big deep,deep cut. But she was great and i love her to death like a second mama she took great care of me and was not letting me go home til she felt I was ready. Made sure I was taking my vitamins she put me on,eating my protein, and doing my breathing exercises. She sent me home on a wound VAC and I am just very thankful for her I was afraid and losing hope I wouldn't find a Dr. That would care and actually take me serious and take their time with getting me better but then I found Dr.Willard and oh am I so so so thankful for her. I already miss her and can't wait to haft to follow up with her in her office just so I can laugh,and cut up with her and just smile and let her know how much I am thankful for her and always will be ?.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Abigail Norris – Sep 13, 2019
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DR WILLARD FIRST IS VERY PERSONABLE . SHE ACTUALLY REALLY CARES ABOUT HER PATIENTS AND THE STAFF AT THE HOSPITAL. I WORKED AT FORT SANDERS AND SCENE FIRST HAND HOW MUCH SHE REALLY CARES PLUS SHE LOVES TENNESSEE FOOTBALL . THERE ARE DOCTORS AND THERE ARE GREAT DOCTORS AND SHE IS ONE OF THEM, I MISS WORKING AND SEEING HER MAY GOD BLESS HER FOR WHAT SHE DOES?
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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P Thompson in Knoxville tn – Jul 05, 2017
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VERY KNOWLEDGABLE, UNDERSTANDING, AND PATIENT. EXCELLENT SURGEON.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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HOLLIE HICKS in Knoxville, TN – Dec 06, 2016
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Im only giving her at 2 bc my 1st visit was good and I left feeling positive about my Dr who appeared both respectful & kind. I was referred to Dr. Willard after being hospitalized for a diabetic wound tx. During my 2nd visit i asked some questions about what was needed for wound care @ home. I am blind and need help w wrap. At that point Dr. Willards personality completely changed & she stomped out of the room and told me that if I needed any more help that I needed to see a different doctor.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Mary in Knoxville, TN – Mar 24, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Sarah Willard, MD is a general surgeon in Knoxville, TN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas at Arlington in 1995. She is affiliated with medical facilities Leconte Medical Center and Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Texas At Arlington

    Medical School, 1995
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Locations

Practice

East Tennessee Surgical Group PC2001 Laurel Ave Ste 204 Knoxville, TN 37916
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

    1901 Clinch Ave
    Knoxville, TN 37916
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Leconte Medical Center

    742 Middle Creek Rd
    Sevierville, TN 37862

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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