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Elizabeth Helen Sandel, DO

Family Medicine

Provider Groups

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact

(518)217-8199

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Family Medicine

Locations & Contact

Additional Resources

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine (2004)

Internship:
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine (2005)

Residency:
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine (2007)

Board Certifications

Family Medicine, Family Medicine, American Osteopathic Board of (2007)

Provider Groups

SPHP Medical Associates

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

5 out of 5

(158 ratings)

The 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.

159 Reviews

03/11/2024

Dr. Sandel is the most amazing family doctor and the world needs more practitioners like her. The fact that your giant healthcare conglomerate fired her is disgusting especially without providing continuity of care to her patients

03/05/2024

I feel confortable there

02/20/2024

Dr sandel is the best

02/19/2024

Dr. Sandel is the perfect physician…knowledgeable, compassionate and makes me feel so confident in her findings

02/13/2024

Doctor was attentive

02/08/2024

Have always received wonderful care from her.

02/08/2024

I am very appreciative of the care and kindness of Dr. Sandel

01/31/2024

Dr. Sandel is my PCP and therefore knows me. She always listens to my concerns and what I think is going on. She does not have an attitude at all, just very kind and efficient.

01/30/2024

All staff were very professional. I am very satisfied with my experience.

01/30/2024

We are so grateful to have Dr. Sandel and her staff care for us. We are remembered year to year and always feel welcomed.

01/18/2024

Always friendly and answers any questions I may have.

01/18/2024

Nurse Danielle is excellent as well.

01/17/2024

Dr Sandel is very good !

01/08/2024

Long time patient of Dr. Sandel and she is consistent.

01/03/2024

Just keep doing what you’re doing

12/21/2023

Never dissappointed

12/18/2023

Very g ood

12/15/2023

she answers messages promptly

12/13/2023

Top rate, professional

12/12/2023

Dr. Sandel never rushes you out.

12/08/2023

I feel very lucky to have dr. Sandel as my primary doctor .

12/07/2023

The nurse (tech?) who checked vitals, reviewed meds, etc was excellent!

12/04/2023

Dr Sandel met all my needs, looking forward to seeing her again for my physical next year

11/27/2023

Dr Sandel and the staff are great

11/23/2023

ALWAYS A Pleasure .She listening and take her time with me Always.

11/22/2023

It was a very positive visit

11/20/2023

So ver happy with Dr.. Sandel….

11/11/2023

Good experience

11/09/2023

She answered all my concerns.

11/05/2023

Dr. Sandel is great! Always willing to help in any way possible!

11/03/2023

Very professional and caring care.

11/02/2023

I highly recommend Dr. Sandel and the practice!

10/27/2023

Knowledgeable, good listener, works with me on plan of care.

10/21/2023

Love Dr Sandel

10/18/2023

she address all my concerns

10/17/2023

Couldn't ask for more

10/15/2023

Kind, compassionate, respectful, keeps up with medical data and research. Pleasant staff and exceptionally clean environment.

10/15/2023

It was my initial visit and I was very pleased!!

10/11/2023

My experience here is always GREAT can’t say enough good things about this office.

10/07/2023

Dr. Sandel and her nursing staff are the best in Albany

10/05/2023

I love that Dr.Sandel is never rushing, and pays attention to detail.She is truly the best Provider Ive had in my 51 years.

10/02/2023

Thanks for their services

09/23/2023

Fantastic as always

09/22/2023

There should be more doctors like her !

09/21/2023

I feel Dr Sandel cares about my health and wellness and takes the time to educate and explain in a manner that is clear and easy to understand.

09/14/2023

I'd be lost without her good care. And like the patient portal.

09/13/2023

Great rapport

09/12/2023

Amazing provider with exceptional care.

09/11/2023

I will recommend this practice

09/04/2023

Always satisfied.

09/01/2023

As stated earlier, Dr. Sandel has gone above and beyond to help me get better. I feel comfortable talking to her about my condition and she is willing to try different approaches to get me better. She does not question me when I come in for an appointment or question me, which happened with my other doctor. .

08/31/2023

I feel my needs r taken care of fully

08/24/2023

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08/23/2023

Highly recommended

08/18/2023

Dr. Sandel and her staff are amazing

08/17/2023

very caring

08/17/2023

excellent

08/16/2023

Thankful for Dr. Sandel she’s exactly what I need in a provider

08/15/2023

She is easy to talk to and a wonderful doctor.

08/14/2023

DR SANDEL IS A SUPERB PHYSICIAN SHE IS GIVING ME THE CARE I HAVE NEEDED FOR SO LONG I TRULY APPRECIATE HER SHE TREATS ME WITH COMPASSION N KINDNESS AND GIVE ME GREAT MEDICAL CARE I WOULD RECOMMEND HER TO ANYONE AND HER STAFF IS ALSO WONDERFUL N COURTIOUS I AM VERY SATISFIED WITH EVERYTHING ABOUT DR SANDEL SINCERELY JOSEPHINE GONZALEZ

08/11/2023

Going to her for 20 years.

08/09/2023

I have been a patient of Dr Sandel for many years and I am very comfortable with her advise and guidance

08/03/2023

Dr Sandal always takes time to listen and answers any questions i need answes them with honesty

08/02/2023

she has always been extremely helpful to me

07/24/2023

Dr Sandel and crew are great

07/20/2023

Very good communication skills.

07/18/2023

Felt well taken care of.

07/17/2023

Dr Sandel is the best!

07/13/2023

The nurses are amazing as well

07/11/2023

I love that everyone is so helpful. They get right down to business in a very nice way. Very concerned and listen to what you need to say.

07/08/2023

Good

06/30/2023

I have a patient iof Dr. Sandel's for about 14 years.

06/27/2023

I AM PLEASED WITH DR SANDEL AND ALL THE STAFF

06/25/2023

She makes you feel well cared for

06/17/2023

Awesome!

06/10/2023

I am never rushed through my appointment. My questions are answered fully. In fact, when I send requests through the portal Dr. Sandel responds quickly.

06/09/2023

My visit was great Dr Sandel is very friendly and caring and very professional

06/07/2023

Very satisfied

06/03/2023

Dr. Sandel is an amazing doctor she is caring, compassionate & listens to you. I have been a patient of her for many years. When she leaves any practice I follow her to the next. St . Peter’s I hope you are good to Dr. Sandel bec

06/01/2023

She is the best doctor out there. I'm so pleased to have her as my primary doctor

05/31/2023

Dr. Sandel is highly knowledgeable and most pleasant.

05/28/2023

Look forward to seeing all of you in August.

05/27/2023

Dr Sandel is wonderful! And her office is so convienient for me

05/27/2023

Dr. Sandel is great.

05/27/2023

Couldn’t ask for more attention….great provider

05/24/2023

Great physician

05/24/2023

i have been with this Doctor for years and she has never changed in how she handles patients

05/23/2023

People at the front desk were courteous.

05/19/2023

I was without proper medical guidance and care for years. Then I found Dr. Sandel and she is an outstanding physician and human.

05/17/2023

It is so nice to have people actually listen and show they really care about you as a patient!

05/16/2023

She is outstanding. She's the most caring professional doctor I've ever seen

05/16/2023

Since Dr. Sandel came on board, the Rensselaer Health Center(SPHP), everything has dramatically improved.

05/16/2023

Dr Sandel is the only reason I'm going to Saint Peters health

05/11/2023

It was a good experience

05/09/2023

Dr. Sandel always listens to my concerns and explains everything in detail.

05/09/2023

I have been seeing Dr Sandel for many years. I travel about 90 miles to see her because she's worth it.

05/09/2023

I AM TREATED WITH RESPECT AND KINDNESS AND I APPRECIAT IT SO VERY MUCH WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS HOW GRATEFUL I AM TO DR SANDEL SHE IS A EXTREMELY GOOD PHYSICIAN I HAVE BEEN SO SICK SHE KNEW IMMEDIATLY WHAT WAS WRONG WITH ME AND IS TREATING ME HELPING ME TO GET WELL TY DR SANDEL

05/06/2023

It was the best I've ever had with a primary care!!

05/06/2023

Dr Sandel is one in a million

05/05/2023

I liked that my next appointment was scheduled before I left the office

05/05/2023

She's been my doctor for a long time, and she is really caring and willing to address issues as needed.

05/05/2023

Consistent respectful listening, exceptional communication.

05/03/2023

Very much

05/02/2023

great practice

05/01/2023

Answers questions

04/30/2023

Dr. Sandel is wonderful

04/27/2023

Im very satisfied with my physician

04/18/2023

Dr Sandel is the best doctor I have ever had. She listens to my concerns and has consistently gets me the. Treatment I need. She is the best!!!

04/12/2023

Always listens to my issues

04/05/2023

Dr. Sandel never rushes me. She listens to me. She hears what I am saying to her and approaches my health as a whole, and not just a symptom, and works towards solutions.

04/04/2023

She listens and takes action

04/04/2023

Thank you for assembling this care team in this office!

04/04/2023

Dr. Sandel has not given up on me and has spent a great deal of time trying to help me out and improve my quality of life.

04/03/2023

Dr. Sandel was aware of my medical history and was genuinely interested in helping to find the cause(s) of my current symptoms.

04/01/2023

A godsend

03/31/2023

Great experience!

03/27/2023

Very good doctor

03/27/2023

very good doctor

03/25/2023

I was very pleased with the outcome!

03/22/2023

Everything very good

03/21/2023

Caring & Good Patient Consideration

03/20/2023

Excellent care!

03/17/2023

Shes always kind and understanding. She listens to my problems and helps wherever she can

03/17/2023

very professional, very caring

03/07/2023

Thank you Dr. Sandel!

03/02/2023

Dr. Sandel is the best! She is professional yet understanding and kind and give you very high quality service.

02/27/2023

The whole office culture is one of respect and positive. I'm very happy with the care i receive at this office.

02/25/2023

I have been a patient of Dr. Sandel's for quite a few years and am very glad to have her as my provider.

02/23/2023

Always kind and listens.

02/22/2023

You are very lucky to have a Dr. Like Dr. sandel in your practice. She is equally balanced in all the categories, friendly, caring, easy to talk to and always explains things in a way that is easier to understand. I am

02/20/2023

She is a great Doctor and a keeper!!!

02/20/2023

Was pleased with the visit on the whole, am returning tomorrow 4/21/23 will see what that visit proofs. This is my annual visit, blood work should be dis

02/19/2023

Love Dr.sander and her nurses , they are so personable and great at what they do!

02/19/2023

Also an excellent communicator.

02/13/2023

Dr Sandel is great. She actually listens, and remembers.

01/30/2023

I love Dr. sandel!

01/27/2023

A non-complicated, well-processed experience.

01/27/2023

DR SANDEL HAS HELPED ME AND PROVIDED THE CARE I NEEDED DESPERATELY I HAVE BEEN SO SICK I CAN NOT SAY ENOUGH GOOD N KIND THINGS ABOUT THIS WONDERFUL DOCTOR GOD BLESS HER AND HER STAFF WHO WERE ALSO SO KIND AND LISTENED TO ME

01/22/2023

excellent

01/13/2023

Phone call to me with a follow up.

12/17/2022

I have many family physicians and Dr Sandel is by far the best provider I have ever had.

12/11/2022

She is compassionate and caing and taes the time to answer questions

12/10/2022

This is a doctor we ave been with for years and trust fully. This settig is great

12/05/2022

excellent care

11/28/2022

She is very nice and answers any question I have. Her time is always very limited especially if running behind

11/22/2022

I trust Dr. Sandel more than any other doctor. She has been my doctor almost 15 years. I follow her where ever she goes. She listens and is very skilled, professional, and considerate.

10/22/2022

I trust Dr Sandel’s criti knowledge

10/03/2022

It was a wonderful help having the Doctor come here to me. Most helpful...

10/01/2022

Very attentive!

10/01/2022

Excellent

09/25/2022

Dr Sandel is a great doctor and she has allot of patients that follow her to what ever location she is at.

09/22/2022

nice facility, courteous staff, great doctor.

09/11/2022

A very positive appointment

08/28/2022

I had some other issues that Dr. Sandel spent time with me with the utmost compassion.

08/27/2022

Enjoyed the visit and satisfied with the outcome. Best place to go if you need to be seen by their doctors.

08/08/2022

excellent

08/04/2022

I recently had to have some follow-up tests (ultrasound, MRI) and Dr. Sandel was very responsive to my concerns and called personally with the results.

08/04/2022

I am always treated very respectfully and provided the utmost care by Dr. Sandel .

08/04/2022

Dr Sandel always works hard to get to the bottom of the issue, looking at you as a whole rather than a single body system. It’s much appreciated.
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