1. Colon Surgeons & Rectal Surgeons
  2. FL
  3. Weston, FL
  4. Dr. Dana Sands, MD

Dr. Dana Sands, MD

Colorectal Surgery•Female•Age 52

Colorectal Surgery

Dr. Dana Sands, MD is a colorectal surgery specialist in Weston, FL and has over 26 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Hahnemann University in 1996. She is affiliated with medical facilities Cleveland Clinic Florida and Bethesda Hospital East. Her office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Dana Sands, MD

Cleveland Clinic

2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd Weston, FL 33331
Accepting new patients
Telehealth services available

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(954) 659-5000
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Telehealth services available

Accepting new patients

(954) 659-5000

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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No malpractice claims found for Florida
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Sands' Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Anal and Rectal Cancer
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Sands treats Anal and Rectal Cancer more than 100% of her peers

Dr. Sands treats this condition more than 100% of her peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Anal Cancer
  • Rectal Cancer
Colorectal Cancer
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Sands treats Colorectal Cancer more than 99% of her peers

Dr. Sands treats this condition more than 99% of her peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Distal Colorectal Cancer
  • Familial Colorectal Cancer
  • Hamartomatous Colorectal Cancer
  • MSI-H Colorectal Cancer
  • MSI-L Colorectal Cancer
  • MSS Colorectal Cancer
  • Nonpolyposis Colorectal Cancer, Familial
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Sporadic Colorectal Cancer
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Intestinal Obstruction
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Sands treats Intestinal Obstruction more than 99% of her peers

Dr. Sands treats this condition more than 99% of her peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Colonic Volvulus
  • Intussusception
  • Paralytic Ileus
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Dr. Sands' conditions and procedures:

  • Anal and Rectal Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Adenoma
  • Anal Cancer
  • Anal Disorders
  • Anal Fissure
  • Anal or Rectal Pain
  • Anorectal Abscess
  • Anorectal Disorders
  • Anorectal Fistula
  • Appendicitis
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cancer
  • Cholecystitis and Gallstones
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colon Disorders
  • Colon Polyp
  • Colorectal Polyp
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
  • Diverticular Diseases
  • Diverticulitis
  • Exstrophy of Bladder
  • Fecal Incontinence
  • Female Incontinence
  • Fistula
  • Gallstones
  • Gastric Ulcer
  • Gynecologic Cancer
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Hidradenitis
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Ileus
  • Incisional Hernia
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Intestinal Abscess
  • Intestinal Polyp
  • Intussusception
  • Ischemic Colitis
  • Lipomas
  • Lung Cancer
  • Megacolon
  • Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
  • Neuroendocrine Tumors
  • Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
  • Partial Lung Collapse
  • Pelvic Abscess
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Polyps
  • Primary Biliary Cholangitis
  • Proctitis
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Rectal Prolapse
  • Rectovaginal Fistula
  • Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Small Intestine Cancer
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma
  • Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Thyroid Nodule
  • Tonsillitis
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Umbilical Hernia
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Destruction of Anal Tumor
  • Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
  • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
  • Port Placements or Replacements

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Dr. Sands' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sands

4.4

Based on 31 ratings

5 Star
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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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13%
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No words can express what terrific surgeon/person she is I had a large polyp removed. 2 others said they had to remove part of my colon, wear a bag etc Dr Sands removed it without a hitch I was up and walking in a few hours no pain I actually questioned if anything was done. I just went back for my 4 month follow up today she got it all She is so compassionate, personable and walks you thru every step She was/is God sent. The other doctors did not acknowledge my partner/spouse she made sure she included her in our pre op and consolations and exam God Forbid you need a rectal surgeon look no further Dr. Sands is THE ONE
What went well
  • 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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Miss J Capo – Jun 29, 2022
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Fantastic!!! God orchestrated my meeting her. I had complications from a previous good surgery by another doctor. She fixed the three problems that weirdly popped up. She also really cares and explains everything very logically. I would recommend her again and again.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Emi E. – Oct 18, 2021
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Won’t trust that place again
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Sep 17, 2021
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Best doctor!!! All my family loves her. She’s just very professional and caring.
What went well
  • 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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Alicia – Nov 21, 2020
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Great doctor
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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Anonymous – Sep 28, 2020
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Dr. Sands operated on me almost 2 1/2 years ago. Fate brought us together. I learned of Dr. Sands from someone else, made an appointment (an hour away) and once we had our consult, I knew. At her suggestion, I scheduled surgery (scared as I was) ASAP, and I wanted her to do it. Unbeknownst to either of us, it turned into an 8 hour surgery! She found so many things that required attention and she repaired/corrected them ALL! And maybe best of all - for me - she did NOT leave me with a stoma! It was my biggest fear. While in recovery, I was still intubated and unable to speak, so I used a white board the nurses gave me to use. As disoriented as I was, I wanted to know if I was left with a stoma. When Dr, Sands told me “no, you don’t”, my eyes welled up, and flowed with tears, I scribbled a message of thanks on the white board, Dr. Sands got a little teary and hugged me. It was a deeply moving moment, I will never forget as long as I live.
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
1 person found this helpful
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Marianne – Aug 24, 2020
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When you need the best. you should found her !!
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
1 person found this helpful
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Ada DeLeon – Nov 18, 2019
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I have been a patient since july,last yr.having tests,Mri,flex sigmoid x3. Dr Sands took the timeexplaining my procedures,the risks,and gave me my options for surgery,Ichose with her expertise,in TAMIS,she highly recommended thisthe surgery was successful,with a excellent clinical-surgical outcome.and nov 7 had my last flex sig,no mass good news,a f/u in feb 20/20.Her compassion to all her pt's and to me,her patientance,calmness,very trustworthy,she handels and deals with her pt'sin a caring way,knowlegable,and ispersonable dedicated professtional,and goes beyond her call of duty,a one of a kind human being, My life was saved,cleveland clinic weston hospital,is worldclass and nationaly ranked #1foe Colorectal,Gi Surgery,Gastroenterology.I came here,because this procedure surgery was only done in Weston,a hr away north where I live. I am very thankful,gratful to my Drwho is gifted,talented,and the best of the best in the world. I highly recommend this superior Dr.a real Hero. RE.wpb
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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R.E West Palm Bchi – Nov 10, 2019
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Dr. Sands was part of a team that operated on me at Cleveland Clinic. She was in charge of my discharge. She didn't ask me what pain medicines worked for me and wrote a script to one that makes me nauseous, thus when I arrived home I had no pair medications that I could take and was in great distress. All she had to have done was ask me about what pain medications I did well on. This oversight caused me great pain and distress and was totally unnecessary. Guess she couldn't have been bothered.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Mar 29, 2019
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Dr Sands is an incredible surgeon and women with angel wings attached to her surgical hands. Having had surgery 2x with Dr Sands, I felt confident in her professional care and trusted her with really no doubts or concerns that I'd be in the best hands. She addressed any questions and explained any recommendations with calm and patients. I'm grateful to have her as a healthcare advocate and believe she really looks out for my best interest when discussing my healthcare and related options. TY TY
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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Jill in lake worth – Feb 03, 2018
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NEVER BEEN WAITING FOR WEEKS FOR TEST RESULTS.. EVERY TIME I CALL CAN NEVER GET A ANSWER
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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MARIAH – Dec 27, 2017
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Dr. Sands is not just a gifted surgeon but is extraordinarily compassionate with her patients.
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
4 people found this helpful
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Georgy in Miami, FL – Jul 24, 2017
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Dr. Sands and her team were amazing. She took the time to really walk through the procedure with me and the office was always very caring and responsive with all of my post-op questions. I generally have a lot of anxiety with doctors and she made me feel at ease.
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
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Shannon in Delray Beach, FL – Jul 16, 2017
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Dr. Sands turned an unpleasant medical situation into a much appreciated experience. The entire experience was handled by a wonderful staff and facility. I cannot begin to express my appreciation for Cleveland Clinic and all of the personnel working there. They convinced me that everyone involved truly cared. Thank you.
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
4 people found this helpful
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Wayne L Edwards in Sunrise, FL – Feb 01, 2017
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It was my first time seeing Dr. Sands. I thought she was extremely knowledgeable. I had to travel an hour to see her, and it was well worth it. Although the body part that needed diagnosis made me feel very anxious about seeing a doctor, the visit with Dr. Sands couldn't have been any better. In the end she made me feel like it was no big deal. Just love her! I will highly recommend her to my family and friends.
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
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Beth in Boynton Beach, FL – Jul 10, 2016
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About Me

Care Philosophy

As an academic medical center, Cleveland Clinic Florida provides world class care. Our mission is to provide better care of the sick, investigation of...Read more

Specialties

  • Colorectal Surgery
  • General Surgery

Education

Cleveland Clinic Florida
Fellowship Hospital
University Of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital
Residency Hospital
1996
Hahnemann University
Medical School
1992
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Undergraduate School

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What conditions does Dr. Dana Sands, MD treat?

Dr. Dana Sands, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Anal and Rectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Intestinal Obstruction. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Dana Sands, MD's office address?

Dr. Sands' office is located at 2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd, Weston, FL 33331. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Dana Sands, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Dana Sands, MD provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Dana Sands, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Dana Sands, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Florida and Bethesda Hospital East.

How much experience does Dr. Dana Sands, MD have?

Dr. Dana Sands, MD has over 26 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Dana Sands, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 4.4/5 for Dr. Dana Sands, MD. Patients say that the provider explained conditions well and the provider listened & answered questions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

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Locations

Cleveland Clinic

CCF - Weston2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd Weston, FL 33331
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Sands is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

Cleveland Clinic Florida

Weston, FL

77% Patients that would definitely recommend, 7% higher than the national average

7 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

Bethesda Hospital East

Boynton Beach, FL

61% Patients that would definitely recommend, 9% lower than the national average

15 Awards Received