Sarel Vorster, MD, MBA
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.636.3532
- Desk:
- 216.636.3532
- Fax:
- 216.444.0924
Treatment & Services
- Chiari Decompression
- Chiari Malformation Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Lumbar Disc Arthroplasty
- Lumbar Spine Surgery
- Neurological Surgery
- Neurosurgery
- Skull Base Surgery
- Spinal Fusion
- Spine Decompression
- Thoracic Spine Surgery
- Ventricular Shunt Surgery
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Cervical, Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Disorders
- Chiari Malformation
- Craniovertebral Junction Disorder
- Dandy -Walker Syndrome
- Degenerative Spine Disease
- Hydrocephalus
- Intraventricular Tumor
- Radiculopathy
- Spina Bifida
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Fractures
- Spondylosis
- Stenosis - Spinal
- Syringomyelia
- Tethered Cord
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Appointed
2015
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Yale School of Management
New Haven,
CT USA
2016
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Neurological Surgery
Cleveland,
OH USA
2000
Residency - Case Western Reserve University - University Hospitals of Cleveland
General Surgery
Cleveland,
OH USA
1995
Medical Education - University of Pretoria
MD
Pretoria,
South Africa
1987
Graduate School - Yale University
Certifications
- Neurological Surgery
Research & Publications
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As of 7/16/2020, Dr. Vorster has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
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166 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Listens | 4.7 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
37 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 20, 2021
Dr. Vorster is my favorite doctor. He is amazingly knowledgeable and able to answer all my questions clearly. I trust him and appreciate his honesty and compassion.
Reviewed on May 11, 2021
Since my first emergency surgery when I met Dr Vorster, I have enjoyed him as my doctor he is pleasant, personable and caring.
Reviewed on May 4, 2021
my mother and I really enjoyed Dr. Vorster. He explained things very well! Very easy to talk to and had a sense of humor. Made me feel comfortable with the issues I have going on.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2021
Dr listened to every concern I had about my brother,of whom I am legal guardian.
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2021
I love Dr Vorster! He is caring and listens to what I say. He tries to get to the problem and I appreciate that
Reviewed on Mar 11, 2021
great experience, the Dr. was very friendly and informative. Explained thing in a way we could understand. Also very clean everywhere and all the staff we encounter were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2021
always feel I'm getting the best care from this Doctor and his staff. Amazing people!
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2021
literally love this Doctor and his knowledge! been with him since 1990's when he was only a part of my team. so pleased he his now my main go to!
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2021
Provider very professional and empathetic
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2021
love Dr Vorster and his team. best care I have ever received being his patient for over 6 months now.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2021
Great appointment. Always a pleasure talking with Dr. Vorster.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2021
Dr Vorster's candor and attitude is appreciated. He makes me feel like I matter, which is more than I can say about my doctor's here in california.
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2021
when he saw my parents were present, he stopped and included them in the visit and asked if they had concerns. Dr Vorster is extremely pleasant, professional, and he explains everything perfectly. I'm a nurse but this is new to me. He takes my profession into account but understands that I don't know everything about brain surgery. I am so glad I found him.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2021
I have a lengthy medical history, and this doctor was easily a top 3 all time provider from the initial appointment. He was respectful, dynamic, clearly knowledgeable, and frankly an obvious expert both in his field and in caring for patients.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2021
Dr Vorster was excel!
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2021
Dr Vorster did an excellent job!
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2020
Both Dr. Vorster and his PA, Susan, have given the best care I could imagine or ask for.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2020
Dr took the time to explain everything to me. We both came to a great decision as to what would be best for me. He acknowledged my fears and told me what I may expect so I'd most definitely recommend him to everyone.
Reviewed on Nov 29, 2020
I had an outstanding surgeon! His team is excellent - (*Dr. Vorster).
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2020
Both the PA and the Physician were very professional but more than anything, they made me feel as if I was their number one priority. They were kind, attentive, caring, compassionate, had informed me that they reviewed my case prior to my visit and gave me every confidence possible in my treatment from their care. They also provided me individual care that was focused on my values. That was extremely important to me.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2020
Dr. Vorster is very good at describing my condition by drawing images, showing my scans and putting it all into simpler terms. He is funny and very friendly. A good doctor who put my mind at ease.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2020
Dr Vorster is one of the very best; knowledgeable and courteous
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2020
Dr Vorster is a knowledgable and a wonderful DR. he clearly shares info and explains complicated issues in a way that gives clear understanding. As a brain neuro patient, I have encountered many neurosurgeons as dismissive. He truly listens and then explains why this symptom is happening.He makes a clear plan so i know where I am headed and what steps I need to follow. I am truly grateful he is my chiari doctor and my neurosurgen. He is the best.
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2020
this worked fine, Dr Vorster took time and I felt like he could show me my MRI and we could disuss what he was showing to me.
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2020
I am extremely happy with the care provided by Dr Vorster and the team!
Reviewed on Sep 8, 2020
Dr. Vorster is great. Very informative; caring; personable.
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2020
I live in Virginia. Being able to do video visits is a huge help to me. The medical team at Cleveland Clinic understands my issues perfectly. I trust your knowledge and guidance of my doctor. it is good, though, to be able to check in without having to take two days off and drive there and back during this pandemic.
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2020
Dr Vorester and His Staff Go Out of Their Way to Treat the PatientsGod Bless Him
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2020
We traveled from Cincinnati to have a MRI done and had to do a virtual visit with Dr. Vorster. Because we had to do the visit in our car the connection was horrible. We were unable to do a virtual visit and it turned into a phone conversation. It is frustrating to travel almost 5 hours and not be able to see the doctor in person.
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2020
Dr. Vorster is great. However video visits are not. Especially when people are traveling.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2020
Dr Vorster has an outstanding manner with patients. I always feel at ease with him and he answers my questions thoroughly.
Reviewed on Jul 16, 2020
Love Dr. Vorster
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2020
Dr. Vorster was very focused on answering all of my questions and providing clear and understandable explanations.
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2020
I have always had excellent access to doctors at the Cleveland Clinic. Much better access that other hospitals near me.
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2020
Dr. Vorester is the absolute best. He scheduled my surgery as soon as possible and I was able to go to the CCRH in Avon.
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2020
The appointment had been setup for months and changed to a video visit about a month ago. Dr. Vorster called me through the CCF Express Care app
Reviewed on Jun 16, 2020
Our experience with the app was terrible, so much so that Dr. Vorster finally asked that we disconnect and he would call me via regular voice phone to complete the appointment. The problem with the app was a huge time lag. We could not communicate.