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Aenor J. Sawyer

MD

Orthopedic surgeon

Dr. Aenor Sawyer is an orthopedic surgeon with expertise in physical therapy and exercise physiology. She provides comprehensive orthopedic care to pediatric and adolescent patients.

Throughout her career, Sawyer has maintained a strong research interest in childhood bone development, which she pursued as an adjunct clinical scientist at Children's Hospital Oakland Research Institute and as director of the Pediatric Bone Health Consortium. Other research interests include sports injury prevention, anterior cruciate ligament repair and osteoporosis.

Sawyer has a bachelor's degree in physical therapy from California State University, Fresno. After a 10-year career in physical therapy, she earned a master's degree in human physiology followed by a medical degree from the University of California, Davis. After completing a residency in orthopedic surgery at Stanford University, Sawyer pursued fellowship training in pediatric orthopedic surgery and pediatric and adolescent sports medicine, both through the Harvard orthopedic program at Boston Children's Hospital.

  • Education

    UC Davis School of Medicine, 1993

  • Residencies

    Stanford Medical Center, Orthopedic Surgery, 1999

  • Fellowships

    Harvard Medical School, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, 2000

  • Academic Title

    Assistant Professor

Where I see patients (1)

    My reviews

    4.6

    Overall Experience
    200 Ratings
    About our process
    Jun 12, 2023
    Follow-through in working with UCSF and this doctor has been unsatisfactory. In the past I've asked repeatedly for the blood tests and bone density tests the doctor recommended. The orders were never written. This recent visit was a week ago. Again I see no orders. Also there Is no visit summary or notes that help keep me informed about my health. It's very frustrating.
    Jun 07, 2023
    Detailed consult with organized review of data and recommendations
    May 25, 2023
    Dr Sawyer is so knowledgeable
    May 09, 2023
    Needed more time to discuss what to do until next visit. Discuss prevention concerns not addressed.. No notes in my chart yet. Seems next appt. A very long time.
    May 09, 2023
    Patronizing. She interupts if she isn't interested in your response. 2 appts - 2nd worse than first. Rigid in her approach.
    Apr 26, 2023
    Appointments postponed too often and for too long.
    Apr 13, 2023
    Very knowledgeable prepared informative provider.
    Apr 03, 2023
    Seemed overwhelmed at times.
    Mar 29, 2023
    I went to my last appointment with the sole purpose of evaluating my overall progress on the condition that Dr. Sawyer was treating. She changed gears upon learning that I had an unrelated injury. After examining the affected site she requested x-rays to ensure there were no broken bones before letting me leave. She also arranged for a cane to assist me in getting home. Despite her busy schedule Dr. Sawyer generously gave up so much of her valuable time to address both the additional issue and the condition for which I was originally scheduled. She really went the extra mile! During the course of this extended appointment her professionalism empathy compassion and concern for my well-being and safety came across resoundingly. I am grateful beyond words to have received such patient-centered care par excellence.I went to my last appointment with the sole purpose of evaluating my overall progress on the condition that Dr. Sawyer was treating. She changed gears upon learning that I had an unrelated injury. After examining the affected site she requested x-rays to ensure there were no broken bones before letting me leave. She also arranged for a cane to assist me in getting home. Despite her busy schedule Dr. Sawyer generously gave up so much of her valuable time to address both the additional issue and the condition for which I was originally scheduled. She really went the extra mile! During the course of this extended appointment her professionalism empathy compassion and concern for my well-being and safety came across resoundingly. I am grateful beyond words to have received such patient-centered care par excellence.
    Mar 28, 2023
    Dr. Sawyer seemed annoyed when I couldn't answer questions about medical history (when previous fractures happened when I was on past medications etc.). Seems like it would have been helpful if I had been asked to fill out a questionnaire about this prior to our appointment since it seemed like this is important info in terms of determining next steps. She had a gruff manner at times and I didn't get the sense that she would be a doctor who would welcome questions. I will likely look for a different doctor in the future.
    Feb 11, 2023
    Care provider/ Sawyer is outstanding in her field. The wait time is too long and not communicated accurately. Additionally the follow up in terms of referrals notes and communication back to other care providers was not discussed or outlined. Lots of uncertainty with next steps and timing of next steps.
    Jan 26, 2023
    I was told there would be orders for labs and physical therapy but none have showed up in UCSF MYCHART Ir maybe I don't know where to look!
    Jan 23, 2023
    I was referred to get an x-ray but the order was not in the computer when I arrived in the radiology department three days later. Unfortunately it took more than two hours for me to reach a friend who could order the film for me since I couldn't get through to anyone in the orthopedics department or the oncology clinic directly. I'm lucky that I have friends in high places and was willing to ask another orthopedic surgeon to order the test for me. Had that not happened I would've had to leave and go back another time. It was frustrating.
    Jan 23, 2023
    Dr. Sawyer was great - but the follow-up has been very confusing. Dr. Sawyer said she was giving me several referrals - but there is nothing on MyChart nor are there any appointments notes or visit summary.
    Jan 09, 2023
    Yes for the care provider but the rest of the department is unprofessional and unresponsive so for that reason I would have a hard time recommending UCSF skeletal health.
    Jan 03, 2023
    Excellent care provider and terrific guidance and advice!
    Dec 21, 2022
    Dr. Sawyer is superb. Explanations were thorough and complete. She shows tremendous care and concern for her patients
    Dec 01, 2022
    I felt my concerns were heard and addressed.
    Nov 30, 2022
    The doctor has expertise is professional and personable. But I have the sense that the doctor doesn't remember me from previous visits.
    Nov 21, 2022
    Dr. Sawyer listened well and was easy to talk with. She communicated my treatment options and follow-up care instructions clearly. I certainly appreciate her holistic approach as well as her courteous manner and empathy for my condition. I am so very thankful to receive care from such a top-notch physician.
    Oct 28, 2022
    He explanations were clear and precise. She is also a good listener. Her students are lucky to have such a professor. I feel lucky to have her now as my doctor for foot issues.
    Oct 19, 2022
    Poor communication through MyChart ... Slow to reply some orders were thought to have been put in the system but I never saw them.
    Oct 18, 2022
    While in the meeting Dr Sawyer she is engaged and provides good information. When the call ends she told me the notes would be provided in two weeks. On my previous visit the. Notes were provided two weeks later but did NOT reflect our discussion about possible medications or a blood test. I sent her a message through my chart reminding her of our discussion. NO response was provided. As a result I had to wait until the current visit months later to find out what was going on with my care.
    Oct 07, 2022
    No real listening. Very rushed. I waited many months came from a LONG distance which required hotel stays to be rushed through to make up time at one of the first morning appointments. Very frustrating.
    Sep 28, 2022
    Dr Sawyer is an expert in her field and has many practical suggestions.
    Sep 21, 2022
    I am very upset that my provider did not have my scans in front of her had not located them prior to the appointment and studied them and could not access them during our appointment that I had waited two months for. Resulting in having to reschedule another appointment which I could not get until three months in the future. The information she gave me was not complete because she did not have my information that she needed.
    Sep 19, 2022
    Dr. Sawyer is very difficult to reach and more often than not is late for appointments without explanation or warning. I find her lateness anxiety provoking.
    Sep 08, 2022
    Dr. Sawyer is personable and has great expertise. I value her medical care. I appreciate her willingness to cover things thoroughly. She spent a lot of time with me although I still had a few questions on my list that I didn't get to. There was a lot to cover.
    Aug 19, 2022
    Excellent experience and care! Professional interactive responsive attentive terrific attitude!
    Aug 13, 2022
    Dr. Sawyer asked me what prompted my referral and if I'd had any imaging done. This was a shock given I'd had a DXA done at UCSF a month earlier which Dr. Sawyer was apparently unable to view. Instead she had to rely on a scan of the images and report in my John Muir chart. Seriously??? How could this be?
    Aug 10, 2022
    Dr Sawyer is clear professional and I would highly recommend her.
    Jul 21, 2022
    Dr Sawyer took the tiemto explain my situation clearly and even offer general recommendations
    Jun 08, 2022
    Dr Sawyer's staff is unacceptably non-responsive to any of our requests.
    May 06, 2022
    Instructions were good but ability to follow through with her office was as always a disaster.
    Apr 15, 2022
    Terrific at being A ClaSS Act.
    Mar 22, 2022
    After visit instructions not provided on mychart. Tried to schedule follow up appointment with another provider but could not contact to schedule
    Mar 10, 2022
    Love this provider. Respect her a lot. Just wish that the clinic does provide her trained assistant for a longer period so they know the patients also.
    Jan 19, 2022
    Not sure if lab work was ordered or not and can't seem to find out so can't get the sample drawn. Follow up appointment was hard to get for a reasonable time requested for the follow up.
    Jan 12, 2022
    Dr Sawyer is one of the best doctors I have seen. She was incredibly thorough and spent the time needed to get to know me and my health concerns.
    Dec 11, 2021
    Dr. Sawyer outlines specific details for follow-up care but there always seems to be a lag between submitting the order to her assistant and the assistant informing me when I call (or being proactive and calling me).
    Dec 06, 2021
    She is a first-rate doctor. Great expertise and very personable.
    Nov 18, 2021
    Very competent caring and professional.
    Nov 13, 2021
    Dr. Sawyer is an excellent provider. She is concerned and has my best interest.
    Nov 11, 2021
    De Sawyer spent more time getting the answers she needed but did make the time yo answe my questions. She would benefit from asking the patient what they want to get out of the appt to make sure my needs are met.
    Nov 11, 2021
    Doctor Sawyer was clear about future treatment and medication I need to take.
    Oct 21, 2021
    I feel so fortunate to be a patient of Dr. Sawyer
    Sep 13, 2021
    One of the most rushed and disorganized experiences I have encountered at a provider appointment. Think it was just a " bad day" for my provider

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