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FemaleAbout Sarah Woodrow
Biography
Dr. Woodrow MD, FRCS(C), FAANS, MEd is a Staff Neurosurgeon and Director of Spinal Neurosurgery at Cleveland Clinic Akron General. Dr. Woodrow completed her training in Neurosurgery at the University of Toronto. While there she also received a Master’s Degree in Health Professionals Education. Following her graduation she completed a fellowship in complex spinal surgery at the University of Miami.
Dr. Woodrow is an academic neurosurgeon with special interests in complex spinal surgery, minimally invasive spinal surgery, robotic surgery, neurotrauma, global neurosurgery and medical education. She is board certified in Neurosurgery. She is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.
In addition to her local practice, Dr. Woodrow is heavily involved in Global Neurosurgery: She has partnered with the University of Addis Ababa Department of Neurosurgery in Ethiopia where she has been helping to train Neurosurgeons for over a decade; She is a board member of the Foundation for International Education of Neurological Surgeons (FIENS) as well as the G4 Alliance, organizations dedicated to improving the surgical care of patients in Low and Middle Income Countries. Dr. Woodrow also holds several leadership roles in Neurosurgery. She is the Chair-Elect for the Women in Neurosurgery Section of the AANS/ CNS, she serves as the Chair of Education for the AANS/ CNS Section of Neurotrauma, she is the North American Representative to the Women in Neurosurgery Committee of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies and Member of the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Task force of the North American Spine Society.
Locations
- Akron General Medical Outpatient Center
- 762 South Cleveland Massillon Road, Fairlawn, OH 44333
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Education & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital, 2009
- Residency: University of Toronto, Department of Neurosurgery, 2008
- Graduate School: University of Toronto, 2005
- Medical Education: University of Toronto, 2000
- Graduate School: Queen's University, 1996
- Undergraduate: University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 1991
Board Certifications
- Neurosurgery: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, 2009
- Neurosurgery: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, 2009
Professional Memberships
Research & Publications
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Industry Relationships
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Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
96 ratings, 8 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2025
Dr Sarah Woodrow is 1 of the very best doctors that I've ever met I'm blessed to have her as my back surgeon Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2025
Good stay. Excellent doctors. Especially Dr. Sarah Woodrow! Nurses friendly & always there for you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2025
Dr Sarah Woodrow is a phenomenal Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Thank you Dr Woodrow for everything!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
I had a very good experience. The staff was very kind abd professional..I felt good about the doctor and her expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Woodward spent time with me to explain my conditions and what solutions she felt applied. The time and concern was much appreciated
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr Woodrow showed compassion and showed patience to answer questions. She displays humility in her actions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Loved Dr. Woodrow!