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Dr. Sarah Fox, MD

Dr. Sarah Fox, MD

Colorectal Surgery*

Dr. Sarah Fox, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Wilmington, NC. She is affiliated with Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Locations

Novant Health General Surgery - Scotts Hill (Colon & Rectal)

Novant Health General Surgery - Scotts Hill (Colon & Rectal)109 Scotts Hill Medical Dr Ste 204 Wilmington, NC 28411
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Novant Health General Surgery - New Hanover (Colon & Rectal)

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At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Fox specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Quiet HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Fox's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fox

4.2
5 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
80%
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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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OUTSTANDING!!!!
Dr. Fox is EXCELLENT in every way. She listens intently about your situation. She will conduct a thorough exam and after will explain in very understandable terms the next course of treatment if that is necessary. She is indeed a consummate professional who possesses the absolute skills required to treat each of her patients with the very best of care!! I am extremely comfortable with Dr. Fox and her entire team. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!
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 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Alan Needleman – Jul 13, 2023
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Lying/discrediting
If I can give zero stars I would. Dr. Sarah Fox is a liar. I was referred to Dr. Fox for an issue I was and still am having. At first I felt very comfortable and as though she was concerned. I went in for a colonoscopy and everything was fine (thankfully) however my issue is still not resolved. At my follow up she asked me if I was sure what I was saying was accurate, I was little surprised at this question butfelt it was just her being sure being referring me elsewhere. She expressed she felt I had something else going on that didn’t show during the procedure and wanted to refer me to another Dr. I agreed and left, only to get home and read here notes. In her notes she wrote that she believes what is going on with me is normal (which it is not) and that I asked for a referral and felt it was something else. None of this is true. I never asked for the referral and I never even mentioned the condition she stated I may have. I will definitely not be returning to a Novant Health Dr.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Jul 13, 2023
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1000% ski!l,compassion,time,giving you as much. Information as you want or need.
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
  • Office environment
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Marilyn Sottile – Sep 07, 2021
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Dr. Fox is very nice and explains medical problems and treatments well. She is caring and makes you feel at ease. The staff at her office are equally as nice and caring. I would highly recommend Dr. Fox as a 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Rob H. – Mar 24, 2021
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Dr. Fox helped save my husband’s life 1.75 years ago. She, along with Dr. Neuwirth, took a dying man (who had a less than 25% chance of surviving a ruptured colon and severe sepsis) and helped him to live. She was very kind to me when I saw her just prior to his emergency surgery, and wrapped her arms around a frantic wife—me. 6 month’s later, I was in for a gall bladder removal, and Dr. Fox was assisting my surgeon. She is a gem of a physician. I’ll never forget her and her compassionate care.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
Helpful
Barbara Emanuelson in Wilmington, NC – May 27, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

I strive to provide evidence-based, high quality care.  Many colorectal problems are embarrassing, so I am committed to create a safe space for patients to seek help.

biography

I grew up in Wilmington, and feel privileged to be able to return to care for my home community. I lived in Australia for 9 years and went to medical school at the University of Sydney. I completed my General Surgery training at NHRMC and...read more
  • Colorectal Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • Oakland College Of Medicine And Surgery

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

    2131 S 17th St
    Wilmington, NC 28401
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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