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Dr. Dana Sands, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Dana Sands, MD
4.3 (33 Ratings)

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Dr. Dana Sands, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Weston, FL.
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Dr. Dana Sands, MD

Colorectal Surgery* Age 53
Weston, FL
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Dana Sands, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Weston, FL.

About

Dr. Sands graduated from Hahnemann University in 1996 and completed a residency at University Of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital.Dr. Dana Sands, MD is a Colorectal Surgeon in Weston, FL and has 28 years experience. Dr. Sands currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Hospital. Dr. Sands has experience treating conditions like Anal and Rectal Cancer, Intestinal Diverticulitis and Colorectal Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Sands received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 33 times. Dr. Sands' office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Sands is board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Anal and Rectal Cancer
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Colorectal Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
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Colorectal Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Intestinal Diverticulitis
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Constipation
Intestinal Obstruction
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Colectomy
Wedge Resection Colon
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Intestinal Fistula
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Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Crohn's Disease
Gallstones
Hemorrhoids
Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Lipomas
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Pelvic Abscess
Pouchitis
Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Ulcerative Colitis
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, and Sigmoidoscopy
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Adenoma
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Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anal Prolapse
Anal Sphincter Dysplasia
Anorectal Disorders
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Bladder Diverticulum
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Colorectal Polyp
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Diverticular Diseases
Diverticulitis
Exstrophy of Bladder
Fecal Incontinence
Female Incontinence
Fistula
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Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hirschsprung's Disease
Hyperparathyroidism
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Polyp
Intestinal Prolapse
Intussusception
Ischemic Colitis
Klinefelter Syndrome
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Polyps
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Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Proctitis
Rectal Cancer
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Tonsillitis
Traumatic Brain Injury
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominal Hysterectomy
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anal Cauterization
Bile Duct Procedure
Bladder Surgery
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy With Polypectomy
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Cyst Incision and Drainage
Cystectomy
Cystectomy with Robotic Assist
Cystotomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Endoscopy
Excision of Anal Tags
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrotomy
Hemorrhoid Removal
Hepatectomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Liver Tumor Ablation
Laparoscopic Rectal Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Appendectomy
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Tumor Ablation, Liver
Pelvic Exenteration (For: Gynecologic, Urinary, or Colorectal Malignancy)
Polypectomy
Port Placements or Replacements
Rectal Surgery
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Spinal Nerve Block
Thoracentesis
Transanal Endoscopic Microsurgery (TEM)
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Vaginectomy
Venous Thrombectomy
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Cleveland Clinic Florida
    2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd, Weston, FL 33331
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    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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4.3
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Oct 12, 2023
Dr. Sands is extremely knowledgeable, thorough and is very patient. She personally follows up to ensure that her patients are well informed and comfortable. Dr. Sands is not only a brilliant mind but she treats everyone with the upmost respect. She is truly one of a kind and a blessing to have as a physician!
— Oct 12, 2023
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Specialties*
Colorectal Surgery
General Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Hahnemann University
    1996
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery and General Surgery
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University Of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital
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  • Cleveland Clinic Florida
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Dana Sands, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Sands' profile.

Dr. Sands frequently treats the following conditions: Anal and Rectal Cancer, Intestinal Diverticulitis and Colorectal Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Dana Sands, MD is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Dana Sands, MD holds board certification in Colon & Rectal Surgery, General Surgery and General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Cleveland Clinic Hospital

    3100 Weston Rd, Weston, FL