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Dr. Amar Sawar, MD

Dr. Amar Sawar, MD

Neurology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Amar Sawar, MD is a neurologist in Carbondale, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Sawar has extensive experience in Headache and Osteoporosis & Screening. He graduated from Damascus University Faculty of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital and HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Highland. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 77 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (77 reviews)

Practice

714 E Walnut St Carbondale, IL 62901
Telehealth available
(618) 549-1727

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sawar is affiliated with HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital O Fallon, a highly rated hospital.

Dr. Sawar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Sawar specializes in the areas of Clinical Neurophysiology, Epilepsy, Neurology, Neuromuscular Medicine, Rheumatology & Sleep Medicine. • 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Sawar's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sawar

3.9

77 ratings, 36 with a written review
5 Star
68%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Jun 02, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
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B – Jul 26, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Disappointed – Jul 20, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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mumen m tageldin – Dec 01, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Mar 18, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 people found this helpful
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Sally – Dec 12, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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May 27, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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Donna Dunn in Hurst, IL – Feb 12, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Jacqueline in O'fallon, IL – Oct 05, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
YL in Carbondale, IL – Sep 28, 2018
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 people found this helpful
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Mar 03, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Carbondale, IL – Aug 19, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Maryville, IL – Aug 16, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
3 people found this helpful
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Terri Majewski in Tamaroa Il. – Jul 10, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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James in Godfrey, IL – Jul 07, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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Teresa Anne Chadwell in Thompsonville, IL – Jun 30, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Du Quoin, IL – May 24, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
William in Tamaroa, IL – Mar 15, 2017
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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laytonville, ca – Mar 04, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Makanda, IL – Feb 21, 2017
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About Me

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biography

Dr. Amar Sawar, MD is a neurologist/rheumatologist who practices in Southern Illinois. He has been practicing for 20 years in his specialties. Dr. Sawar is affiliated with St. Joesph Highland Hospital, Franklin County Hospital, Anderson Hospital,...read more

  • Neurology

  • Rheumatology

  • Clinical Neurophysiology

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  • Damascus University Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Clinical Neurophysiology
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Epilepsy
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Neurology
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Neuromuscular Medicine
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Sleep Medicine
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Rheumatology
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Dr. Sawar is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Sawar's Neurological Institute PC714 E Walnut St Carbondale, IL 62901
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Marshall Browning Hospital900 N Washington St Du Quoin, IL 62832
    2

    Practice

    Pinckneyville Community Hospital5383 State Route 154 Pinckneyville, IL 62274
    3
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Heartland Regional Medical Center3333 W Deyoung St Marion, IL 62959
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • SIH St. Joseph Memorial Hospital

      2 S Hospital Dr
      Murphysboro, IL 62966

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • HSHS St. Elizabeth's Hospital

      1 Saint Elizabeth Blvd
      O Fallon, IL 62269
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      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

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

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Highland

      12866 Troxler Ave
      Highland, IL 62249
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      86%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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