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Dr. Mark Sanders, MD

Dr. Mark Sanders, MD

General Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Sanders, MD is a general surgeon in Springfield, TN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from East Carolina University in 2000. He is affiliated with medical facilities TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center and TriStar Northcrest Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (21 reviews)
Accepting New Patients
417 Northcrest Dr
Springfield, TN 37172

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TriStar Northcrest Medical Center

Locations

Surgical Alliance of Middle Tennessee

Surgical Alliance of Middle Tennessee417 Northcrest Dr Springfield, TN 37172
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Surgical Alliance of Middle Tennessee353 New Shackle Island Rd Ste 102 Hendersonville, TN 37075
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Surgical Alliance of Middle Tennessee1810 Madison St Apt B Clarksville, TN 37043
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Sanders is affiliated with TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center Hendersonville, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Sanders specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well • Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital • America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ See hospitals
  • Quiet Hospital • Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals

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Dr. Sanders' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sanders

4.4
21 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 star
81%
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3 star
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1 star
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Great Dr
Very compassionate, takes time to explain your situation. Would recommend to anyone!
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
Helpful
Sep 02, 2023
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Excellent care
Dr Sanders took time to listen to my concerns and took a great deal of time explaining my condition and treatment options. He was very good at explaining everything in terms I could understand. His staff called my insurance for approval for a procedure and we got the approval in a couple of hours. I highly recommend Dr Sanders and Surgical Alliance of Hendersonville.
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
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White House TN resident – Jul 22, 2023
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He treated me in the ER. He was caring, polite, explained everything so that I understood. Now on a probiotic that he told me about. I have been fine now for three weeks. A doctor that makes you feel understood. He listens. He is funny. Adds some funny stuff to keep you feeling better. I highly recommend him. He treated me fir diverticulitis. I am hoping he can remove my gallbladder as well.
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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Shirley Pucketg – May 24, 2023
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The greatest surgeon
Dr, Sanders is so nice. He talks to you about your problems, and tells you your options to get better. He was the best surgeon I have ever had. He made me feel like a family member ,not a patient.
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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
May 23, 2023
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Had a mass on the back of my neck Dr. Sanders removed. Although I didn't meet the Doctor until the day of surgery. He's the kind of doctor I like he got right to the point very professional.
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
2 others found this helpful
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David Ledbetter – Dec 21, 2021
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This was the third time I've had Dr. Sanders attend to my needs. I had a severe hernia this time that had really made my daily activities quite challenging. He repaired this today. I can tell a drastic improvement. This man is truly a professional and is very personable. If I need this time of work done again I will ask for Dr. Sanders first. Also I will recommend him to my friends and family. Thanks Dr. Mark Sanders for your skill and and bedside manner.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Billy Wilson in Cedar Hill, Tennessee – Apr 25, 2018
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My husband had cancer 12 years ago and recently found a large lump under his arm. Our primary care Dr sent us to Dr Sanders. What a blessing this Dr was to us. He was very caring and got this cancer scare done and over faster than I have ever seen before. Usually you have to wait and wait for appointments for test results but not the case with Dr Sanders. I would definitely refer anyone to him.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Judy Mueller in Pleasant View TN – Apr 21, 2017
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Its been almost two years since I almost died on your table. Had you not been my surgeon, I may not have survived. You have taken such wonderful care of me and my family. I would recommend you to anyone I know. I will always think of you when I think about that day and thank God for you being there to save my life. Words will never express my gratitude.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Cindy Higgins in Greenbrier, TN – Jan 21, 2017
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Doctor ref appointment was over an hour late and then I never met the doctor. Colonoscopy scheduled but Doctor was late which put my scheduled procedure not on time either. Staff said this was not unusual; he was usually late 10-30 min without my even asking. Doctor never spoke to me until I asked who he was and that was all that was ever said. Will not return to this doctor. Rude, impersonal, and if you like being treated like dirt, this is your doctor. Staff was great. Doc not so much.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Darya Schillo in White House, TN – Aug 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Mark Sanders has a passion for vascular surgery, including dialysis access and the minimally invasive treatment of venous disorders (VNUS). He performs a wide variety of surgical procedures.

  • General Surgery

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  • Carilion Health System

    Residency Hospital

  • East Carolina University

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • TriStar Northcrest Medical Center

    100 Northcrest Dr
    Springfield, TN 37172
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center

    355 New Shackle Island Rd
    Hendersonville, TN 37075
    Recipient of 43
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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