Sarel Vorster, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
- Appointment:
- 216.636.3532
- Desk:
- 216.636.3532
- Fax:
- 216.444.0924
Additional Locations
Taussig Cancer Institute
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
9500 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44195
Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.636.0007
- 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 Spine Disorders
- Chiari Malformation
- Craniovertebral Junction Disorder
- Dandy-Walker Syndrome
- Degenerative Spine Disease
- Hydrocephalus
- Intraventricular Tumor
- Lumbar Spine Disorders
- Radiculopathy
- Spina Bifida
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Spinal Fractures
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spondylosis
- Syringomyelia
- Tethered Cord
- Thoracic Spine Disorders
Insurance
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View All PlansEducation & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2014
Education & Fellowships
Graduate School - Yale School of Management
New Haven,
CT
2016
Residency - Cleveland Clinic
Neurological Surgery
Cleveland,
OH
2000
Residency - Cleveland Clinic (Ohio)
Neurological Surgery
1996
Internship - Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Surgery, General
Cleveland,
OH United States
1995
Residency - Case Western Reserve University - University Hospitals of Cleveland
General Surgery
Cleveland,
OH United States
1995
Medical Education - University of Pretoria
MD
Pretoria,
South Africa
1987
Medical Education - University of Pretoria, Facility of Medicine
1987
Certifications
- Neurological Surgery
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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As of 8/21/2024, Dr. Vorster has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. 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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* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.
168 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 | |
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Explains | 4.8 | |
Listens | 4.8 | |
Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
29 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Oct 17, 2024
Dr Vorster takes his time and explains everything in depth. He does need to be careful of what it says though. He told me I was a "large person".
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2024
Dr Vorster was the best dr I have been to in years! Great bedside manner. He made us comfortable and didn't rush thru anything. He explained everything in detail and with drawing diagrams to show further.
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2024
Best experience I have ever had in a doctors office.Amazing.
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2024
There is no better doctor on earth is my opinion!
Reviewed on Aug 27, 2024
Dr Vorster and his team have been nothing short of amazing. I've had mostly poor experiences with doctors in the last few years but finally I have people who will listen and develop a care plan for me. The process to get me to surgery has been quick and painless. Thank you for being one of the good ones!
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2024
Dr Votster is the most personal and caring physician I have even had. He is kind and caring, quite a joy to speak with. He takes his time and speaks to you as if you were his friend or family. He eases my worries and is incredibly knowledgeable. I have the utmost confidence in him and trust him to help me navigate decisions that are in my best interest. I feel so blessed to have found him to care for me
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2024
I will highly recommend Dr Vorster and his entire team!
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2024
Absolutely good experience. Dr vorster explained everything very clearly and took the time to make sure I understood. Best doctor at the clinic!
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2024
Patient, caring doctor
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2024
Dr Vorster is one of the kindest doctors I've ever had. He was joking with me during our visit and explained everything about my condition in away that was easy to understand.
Reviewed on May 28, 2024
This was probably one of the best experiences that I have had. Dr Vorster listened to my concerns and went over and above to explain every finding in the MRI
Reviewed on May 21, 2024
Everyone helped me easily to talk to Dr Vorster
Reviewed on May 21, 2024
Dr Sarel Vorster saved my life. He always gives me the best options for me and he always listens and never rushes or dismisses me.
Reviewed on May 7, 2024
I am always happy with Dr Vorsters care. Of all the doctors I've seen in my life he is the absolute best!
Reviewed on May 7, 2024
Dr. Voster was wonderful. I am very happy that he was able to take my appointment via video, but I would happily make the drive as well.
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2024
Dr. Was great to meet with very attentive to myself and my wife's questions about my condition.
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2024
Great experience with Dr. Vorster!
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024
I definitely would recommend Dr. Vorester to anyone in need of a neurosurgeon. He is so easy to talk with and explains things so you can understand what he is talking about. He's five stars all the way!
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2024
Dr Vorster always listens to my concerns and all symptoms I'm experiencing. He explains my condition completely, even drawing pictures on the table paper to fully explain everything.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2024
I was highly impressed with the time and kindness Dr. Vorster and his Nurse showed me during my visit was a very good experience. And I so much appreciate it.
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2024
Dr. Vorster made me feel very much at ease. I was able to express my concerns with him. He answered to every question I had.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2024
Excellent doctor.felt very comfortable talking with him. Answered all my questions.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2024
Dr. Vorster provided me with answers to my questions.
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2024
Dr. Vorster did an excellent job of explaining the situation, the recommended surgical treatment, and the possible outcomes.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2024
Caring doctor.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2023
Dr Vorster was able to speak to me as a human with feelings and worries. He took time to make me feel at ease. I have never had a Doctor be able to read my emotional state so well and know how to navigate the conversation in a way that put me at ease. He is truly the best physician I have seen. He is extremely knowledgeable in the disease process I am navigating through and I have total confidence in him. No other physician could put my symptoms together with my anatomical findings. I am so grateful to have found Dr Vorster.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2023
I feel so fortunate to be in the care of Dr Vorster. Not only is he a top neurosurgeon, but he also has a wonderful bedside manner, explains everything very thoroughly and checks back to ensure you understand. His kindness and genuine concern for your well being stand out from the minute you meet him. He doesn't shy away from a challenging case, but digs in to find the best solution.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2023
I can't say enough awesome things about Dr Voster.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2023
I RECCOMMEND DR. VORSTER WITHOUT ANY HESITATION. HE IS KNOWLEDGEABLE, EXPLAINS MEDICAL ISSUES IN A WAY YOU CAN UNDERSTAND WITHOUT FEELING LIKE HE'S TALKING ABOVE YOU. TAKE HIS TIME AND LET'S YOU ASK AS MANY QUESTIONS AS YOU NEED TO. HE WANTS YOU TO HAVE A FULL UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR ISSUE. JUST A NICE GUY AND ENDS HIS VISIT WITH IF YOU NEED ANYTHING OR HAVE ANY OTHER QUESTIONS, JUST REACH OUT TO ME. VERY COMFORTING.