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Sara Charnecki

MD

4.9 out of 5 (227 Ratings)

Specialties:

Family Medicine / Pediatrics / Primary Care

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About Sara Charnecki

Dr. Charnecki earned her medical degree from Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois and completed her residency in Family Medicine at the Alaska Family Practice Residency Program, Providence Alaska Medical Center in Anchorage, Alaska. She comes to Southcoast Health from Colorado Springs, Colorado, where she practiced as a Family Medicine Physician at the Alliance Urgent Care and Family Practice.

Her clinical interests include, women’s health, adolescent medicine, health maintenance, nutrition, and prevention.

Her personal interests include running, hiking, backpacking, camping, tennis, skiing, reading, quilting and traveling.

Locations

Practicing at the following locations:

Southcoast Physicians Group Family Medicine

1800 Main Road
Tiverton, RI 02878

P: 401-625-5552

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Insurances Accepted

Southcoast accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.

Provider Ratings

Rating Willingness to recommend provider’s office Overall Provider Experience Courtesy and Respect of Staff
4.9
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 4.9
 5

Patient Comments (79)

At Southcoast Health, we strive to deliver exceptional patient care along with an exceptional patient experience. We appreciate all of your feedback and share your comments to recognize the wonderful care our teams provide to you as well as identify areas for improvement.


  • Mar 29, 22
    Verified Patient

    I love Dr. charnecki but she does talk a lot and easily gets behind! I sat in the examining room for 40 minutes! But she is an amazing physician!!!


  • Mar 25, 22
    Verified Patient

    Couldn't improve my doctor is wonderful


  • Mar 25, 22
    Verified Patient

    Takes to long for them to answer the phone when you are calling . Have waited over 10 minutes for someone to answer the phone


  • Mar 18, 22
    Verified Patient

    Dr Charnicki is an excellent Dr. She is thorough, kind and an advocate for her patients. The medical tech that took my vitals is excellent too!


  • Mar 15, 22
    Verified Patient

    Very kind and gracious staff. Sara is so welcoming and warm. Great experience!


  • Mar 11, 22
    Verified Patient

    Very knowledgeable and listened to me.


  • Mar 11, 22
    Verified Patient

    Everything went very well. Dr. Chernecki and her assistant [Name] were great.


  • Mar 10, 22
    Verified Patient

    Like the way all people inside this facility handle greeting you very upbeat


  • Mar 9, 22
    Verified Patient

    Was concerned about test result. Did not get to talk to provider about it until appointment.Could have relieved my anxiety had I been able to communicate with her prior to my appointment. Couldn't make it happen. I know doctor's time is valuable, and do not in any way hold this against her. Just wish it were easier to go one on one briefly with her when needed . Still rate her a 10.


  • Mar 8, 22
    Verified Patient

    It was a very good first experience with my new PCP!


  • Mar 6, 22
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Charnecki was super thorough, explained things so clearly, and went, what seems to me, above and beyond - considered all the angles. She is fabulous. I felt she really wanted to get to the bottom of what was going on and leave no stone unturned. THANK YOU!


  • Mar 5, 22
    Verified Patient

    This was a new patient visit after many, many years of not having a regular doctor due to pretty severe anxiety following some negative experiences elsewhere. After meeting with this team, I feel so much better and like I can finally start taking care of my health. I can't even begin to express what a relief that is.


  • Feb 23, 22
    Verified Patient

    As this was my first visit, provider took the time to review my medical records and explain everything in a thorough manner. Provider and staff were pleasant and personable and made me feel comfortable.


  • Feb 17, 22
    Verified Patient

    Dr Chernecky is fabulous! A great listener and very patient and friendly.


  • Feb 16, 22
    Verified Patient

    Great service! Dr. Chernecki is very thorough and knowledgeable!


  • Feb 11, 22
    Verified Patient

    Everything about this practice was perfect. They were friendly, courteous and punctual .


  • Feb 9, 22
    Verified Patient

    The whole office pays attention to questions and concerns.I am never rushed. Everyone is courteous and helpful.


  • Feb 9, 22
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Charnecki She is an absolute profession and a very compassion doctor! She truly listens and ask questions that pertain to the issue at hand. I absolutely have a lot of respect for her. I always feel so content after I leave her exam room.u00A0


  • Feb 8, 22
    Verified Patient

    My 1st visit was excellent. Sara listened to everything I needed to speak with her about. She also gave very helpful information about my health.


  • Feb 4, 22
    Verified Patient

    The office visit was great...as of yet,there is a potential problem with one of my prescriptions,i have left a message on the patient portal,no response yet.


  • Jan 28, 22
    Verified Patient

    Lovely primary care MDSara Charnecki.


  • Jan 28, 22
    Verified Patient

    I think the waiting time for my appointment as what was actually at 10 and I didn't see the doctor until about 10:50. I think that was a little long, but then I don't know what the circumstances were. That would be my only complaint. But thank you.


  • Jan 27, 22
    Verified Patient

    Dr Charnecki is absolutely wonderful! She is the best doctor that I've ever been to and I can't praise her highly enough.


  • Jan 26, 22
    Verified Patient

    doctor listens and was thorough with note taking, and responsive to my questions. Very kind, knowledgable, and sincere. great communication


  • Jan 26, 22
    Verified Patient

    Dr Sara Charnecki is a rock star and AMAZING!!


  • Jan 21, 22
    Verified Patient

    Dr Charneki is an excellent physician because shes knowledgeable as well as very compassionate. The office staff always brings their A-game as well.


  • Jan 21, 22
    Verified Patient

    Front desk was very helpful and patient in arranging referrals. Doctor was very personable and caring.


  • Jan 15, 22
    Verified Patient

    The Southcoast Healthcare Team in Tiverton, RI provides OUTSTANDING service! The front office staff, [Name] and [Name], are personable, timely, and professional in delivering the adminstrative support necessary to have a successful visit with your Primary Healthcare Provider. Their attention to detail presented for follow-up services demonstrates that they are genuine in supporting the quality of this office's healthcare delivery. Dr. Sara Charnecki is my healthcare provider who is attentive to detail in listening to my issues and concerns. In managing patient healthcare, Dr. Charnecki uses a team approach that includes the patient in the decision making process. I always feel at ease and comfortable in discussing my healthcare issues with her. Overall, the South Coast Health Care Team in this office provides remarkable service. Keep up the good work - Job well done!


  • Jan 13, 22
    Verified Patient

    New Patient visit. Provider was on-time, listened to my concerns for treatment, reported history and engaged in meaningful discussion regarding my treatment goals. I was very pleased with the level of care provided by both Dr. Charnecky and the office staff. It was a pleasure!


  • Jan 11, 22
    Verified Patient

    As always, the Dr and her group are top notch. I don't know what they could do to make things any better.


  • Jan 11, 22
    Verified Patient

    Great experience from start to finish. The staff and provider were very kind, helpful, informative, and conscientious.


  • Jan 7, 22
    Verified Patient

    Dr Charnecki's office for me into their schedule the very next day to look at my shoulder.5 stars as always on the visit & treatment.Dr. Charnecki and all of the staff are alway professional and nice.


  • Jan 6, 22
    Verified Patient

    First visit- doctor and staff easy to talk to. Keep heading in the same direction and your practice will only get better.


  • Jan 4, 22
    Verified Patient

    this experience was fantastic. a 180 degree difference from my previous experience at the other facility.


  • Dec 30, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Charnecki is phenomenal. She genuinely cares about her patient. The nurse took off her mask after closing the door.


  • Dec 21, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Charnecki is extremely empathetic and respectful


  • Dec 14, 21
    Verified Patient

    You did an excellent job, I was very happy with everyone.


  • Dec 8, 21
    Verified Patient

    I received a quick response regarding my situation, time maters!


  • Dec 2, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Sara Charnecki Is my PCP and she is quite amazing. I could not be more delighted to have such an intelligent and knowledgeable, interested and attentive. She also has great presence. I feel as if I have a health ally. During my appt., there is a time for actual listening and sharing verbally without the constant interfacing w technology. I never feel rushed. Those elements create a feeling of ease and Dr. Sara as an excellent observer, gleans so much nonverbal communication. Excellent.Being 71 and embracing Elder hood as clear eyed & open hearted as possible … having a true health ally in Dr. Sarah is a comfort I did not realize I'd been missing. She is a ?5 Star? doctor! [Name] [Name]


  • Nov 30, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr Charnecki is very thorough and easy to talk to. It was an excellent experience.


  • Nov 30, 21
    Verified Patient

    The wait was very short the person that took my information was very nice and the doctor was great checking everything and going over everything with me


  • Nov 24, 21
    Verified Patient

    This was my first visit with Dr. Charnecki. Everything went very well. Dr. Charnecki was easy to talk to and LISTENED to me, not always a common trait in doctors. I was very happy with the visit.


  • Nov 24, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Sara Charnecki and the other staff at Tiverton Family Practice are always very clear and informative regarding any issues regarding my health. Scheduling future appointments and referrals with South Coast Health is always easy and timely. No complaints at all.


  • Nov 23, 21
    Verified Patient

    My experience had always gone very well with this provider. I was able to be seen, listened to and then leave with a plan for moving forward.


  • Nov 19, 21
    Verified Patient

    Entering information the day before allowed doctor to get to important quickly rather than using time to ask me during exam


  • Nov 19, 21
    Verified Patient

    Wait was in radiology. Arrival time 4 cat scan 5. Didn't go to scan area til we'll afterafter 5. Wasn't attached til 6:30 and scan done around 7:15 for a 5pm scan appt. Not sure what caused delays. All staff were efficient and were doing their best to process people. I've had many visits to radiology and this was the first time with so many delays.


  • Nov 11, 21
    Verified Patient

    Everyone I spoke with in this office was friendly, helpful and kind.


  • Nov 7, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr CharnekiThe doctor is the best. She is very smart, very caring and has a great sense of humor. The office staff is also very kind, treats patients with respect as well as very helpful. I had changed my pcp and I could not have chosen any better. Both the doctor and those in the office are the best anyone could ask for. The office as a whole could not be any better.


  • Nov 3, 21
    Verified Patient

    This was my first visit. I was very satisfied with my visit. I will be going back in six months.


  • Oct 30, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Charnecki is very pleasant, helpful, friendly, and thorough.


  • Oct 30, 21
    Verified Patient

    This was my first appt. with Dr. Charnecki after 30+years with another primary. It went very well, She is great and I know we can work wth each other. I look forward to a long and productive relationship


  • Oct 23, 21
    Verified Patient

    I was treated with caring and dignity. It was a yearly wellness visit and everyone was positive and very knowledgable and encouraging.


  • Oct 22, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr Charnecki is wonderful!


  • Oct 20, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr Charnecki listens and takes time to understand all questions. She's very pleasant and easy to talk to.


  • Oct 17, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr. C is a wonderful provider. She is a caring, professional and knowledgeable individual. I have seen her twice now and will continue with her. The entire office staff is always very friendly, helpful and efficient.


  • Oct 17, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Charnecki is wonderful. Refreshing since I have been a nurse for 45 years


  • Oct 14, 21
    Verified Patient

    Appointment was on time with very little wait time when in the exam room. Excellent acknowledgment that my time is important too.


  • Oct 8, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Charnecki is fabulous.She tells you what she knows and asks about what she doesn't. Unlike most, she listens very well and then acts. Some things are uncomfortable to talk about, but she creates a great space for dialog which makes you very comfortable.


  • Oct 7, 21
    Verified Patient

    I had been with Dr. [Name] for 25 yrs. Dr. Charnecki really tried to pick up the thread where he left off. She did a great job confirming I was comfortable with the health care plan going forward, allowing me to be a patient who is also an RN.


  • Sep 26, 21
    Verified Patient

    This was my first time in this facility and my first visit with Dr. Charnecki which went really well. Where you might want to improve a patient's experience is where we check-in. I felt that she wasn't really personable and just matter-of-fact or machine-like in her routine. It wasn't really a good first impression at check-in.


  • Sep 24, 21
    Verified Patient

    Very friendly great listener, very knowledgeable.


  • Sep 18, 21
    Verified Patient

    Due to school policy, with a couple of symptoms, the kids needed to be tested for COVID 19. We were able to walk in, get them checked and a test was done on the spot. I thank this provider for the speed and service. How to get the results was explained to us. Of course there is extra paperwork that is needed to be signed for minor children. But we were able to get the results by the next day.


  • Sep 18, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr Charnecki was thoughtful, caring, and interested in me and my health. Southcoast is fortunate to have her! She took time to talk to me, and really listened to me. I highly recommend her, and this office. Staff wonderful too.


  • Sep 12, 21
    Verified Patient

    I absolutely love coming here! Everyone here is so nice and caring, they listen to my needs and wants without hesitation. I always feel welcomed here.


  • Sep 9, 21
    Verified Patient

    The people in the office were great! The Dr. was great too! She was very thorough and explained everything. This was my first time meeting my new Dr. and I think she is pretty awesome! Love Southcoast too


  • Sep 8, 21
    Verified Patient

    Everything went well, good experience


  • Sep 8, 21
    Verified Patient

    First time seeing this provider n was very happy with care n staff!!


  • Sep 7, 21
    Verified Patient

    Great experience. Both physician and staff were courteous, personable and caring.


  • Sep 5, 21
    Verified Patient

    I was impressed by the efficiency and professional way I was dealt with. Dr Charnecki was fabulous. I changed PCP because my long term doctor was retiring. What impressed me the most was the doctor discussed a procedure a I had when I was five as well as current medical problems I have had in the past year. She listened and was very hood at making suggestions for improved health going forward. She made me comfortable and taken care of and this was a necessary change that had caused me a great deal of anxiety. I had an A1c done immediately and register blood work before I left I also have s follow up appointment for 6 months. I think someone should give this doctor a gold star and I have already recommended her to friends and family.


  • Sep 4, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr.Charnecki was awesome. She listened to my all my health concerns and helped me to resolve them. She was on time and didn't make me feel rushed. Great doctor!


  • Aug 19, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr. Charnecki provided a thorough annual exam. She is a caring, thoughtful physician who works with you to address all health concerns and strategy. The staff is attentive, friendly, and committed to patient care and the details of healthcare management. I highly recommend this practice.


  • Aug 9, 21
    Verified Patient

    everything went well and very satisfied


  • Aug 4, 21
    Verified Patient

    This was my first visit with Southcoast. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming. I was seen promptly. I loved Sara and look forward to her overseeing my care.


  • Jul 24, 21
    Verified Patient

    always satisfied with tiverton health.


  • Jul 23, 21
    Verified Patient

    All staff plus the doctor we're extremely helpful. As they always are.


  • Jul 22, 21
    Verified Patient

    The experience at South Coast Antilin is always very pleasant. And it's very easy to maneuver, and very easy to go there, and I'm very happy with the service. So, thank you.


  • Jul 21, 21
    Verified Patient

    Everything was great. The staff was friendly and allowed comfort. Doctor Sara C was amazing with taking the time to talk through everything from my history to lab work and plans going forward.


  • Jul 20, 21
    Verified Patient

    Dr Charnecki is wonderful. Listens to everything you have to say. The receptionist at the desk could use a class on customer care!


  • Jul 18, 21
    Verified Patient

    Only complaint was I came 25 mins early was called into rm then waited over a half hour didn't know if anyone knew I was there my head hurt so bad from sinuses that I wanted to leave was able to stick it out but I had no assurance anyone was coming

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