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Dr. Sarah Mess, MD

Dr. Sarah Mess, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Sarah Mess, MD is a plastic surgeon in Columbia, MD and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1999. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

9821 Broken Land Pkwy Ste 102 Columbia, MD 21046

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Dr. Mess' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mess

3.9

19 ratings, 5 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 26, 2024
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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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MicaN – Nov 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 people found this helpful
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
11 people found this helpful
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Jan 31, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Sue in Ellicott City, MD – Aug 29, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Sarah Mess has a passion for plastic surgery and a heart felt desire to help every patient look his or her best. Born in Washington, D.C. and raised in Olney, Maryland, Dr. Mess is the daughter of an orthopedic surgeon father and artist mother,...read more

biography

Dr. Sarah Mess is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon serving the Baltimore area at her practice in Columbia, Maryland. Dr. Mess combines surgical skill with an artistic approach to deliver natural-looking results. She offers a variety of cosmetic...read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Georgetown University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2005
  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
  • University Of Pennsylvania

    Undergraduate School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office9821 Broken Land Pkwy Ste 102 Columbia, MD 21046
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Sarah A. Mess MD LLC10700 Charter Dr Ste 330 Columbia, MD 21044
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans St
    Baltimore, MD 21287
    Recipient of 47
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

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  • Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center

    5755 Cedar Ln
    Columbia, MD 21044
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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  • Northwest Hospital Center

    5401 Old Court Rd
    Randallstown, MD 21133
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

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