Dr. Sara Rose MacLeod specializes in Endocrinology at Strong Memorial Hospital. Dr. MacLeod has a clinical passion for diabetes care and technology. Her additional training in public health and preventive medicine fosters academic interests in cardiometabolic health, healthcare quality improvement and patient advocacy. She is dedicated to medical education and has ongoing teaching engagements with learners at various stages of their career.

Faculty Appointments

Assistant Professor - Department of Medicine, Endocrine/Metabolism (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. 2018 - 2020

Fellowship, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. 2017 - 2020

Residency, Internal Medicine, Sisters of Charity Hospital of Buffalo-GME. 2015 - 2017

Internship, Internal Medicine, Sisters of Charity Hospital of Buffalo-GME. 2014 - 2015

Education

MPH | Geisel School Of Medicine At Dartmouth. 2020

DO | Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. 2014

Publications

Journal Articles

Type 1 Diabetes and Hearing Loss: Audiometric Assessment and Measurement of Circulating Levels of Soluble Receptor for Advanced Glycation End Products

AlSofiani, M.; MacLeod, S.; Ghanim, H.; Stecker, N.; Hall, J.; Lippes, H.

Diabetes Metabolism Research and Reviews. 2020; 36(6).

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.9

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.9

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.9

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9

Patient Comments

5.0

The doctor was very passionate, friendly and carefully explained everything.

Mar 27, 2025

5.0

Dr. MacLeod is the doctor I have looked for my whole life. She is kind, genuine and so caring. She is an angel on Earth.

Mar 20, 2025

5.0

Outstanding. We covered where we have been. Then we discussed vital aspects of where we are now.

Mar 11, 2025

5.0

I feel very fortunate to have Dr. MacLeod as my endocrinologist. She is very professional and thorough in explaining treatment options and takes the time to answer questions.In addition to providing excellent clinical care, I appreciate her holistic approach to patient care. She suggests beneficial changes to diet, etc.. Dr. MacLeod is very knowledgeable and takes a personal interest in her patient's health. I would recommend her to others.

Mar 06, 2025

5.0

Dr. MacLeod is hands down in the top three doctors I've ever met. Every time I leave an appointment with her I feel seen, listened to, and responded to with care and compassion. Most importantly, I feel prepared and ready to face any health concerns with confidence. Honestly, Dr. MacLeod's care has helped me take control of my health and life again. There are many that could take a note from her book on how to be a top notch doctor.

Feb 08, 2025

5.0

My appointment with Dr. MacLeod was excellent. She explained everything to a very high degree and in a manner that was easy to understand. I loved the communication and the care that she took to be sure that I was well informed. Outstanding provider!!

Feb 08, 2025

5.0

There are very few doctors I trust anymore, but Dr. MacLeod is one of them. Appreciated that she was willing to discuss functional medicine options In considering

Jan 25, 2025

5.0

It's always a pleasure to see Dr Sara MacLeod.

Jan 19, 2025

5.0

Thorough, professional, knowledgeable, compassionate & able to understand her.

Jan 11, 2025

5.0

Again, EXCELLENT

Dec 26, 2024

5.0

Physician took her time with me.She explained the nature of nodules found, steps of treatment, etc. Very warm personality and professional.

Dec 07, 2024

5.0

Dr. MacLeod is very thorough and caring. She listens to my concerns and treats me like a partner in my healthcare.

Dec 05, 2024

5.0

Dr. MacLeod is the doctor I have looked for my whole life! She listens, cares, shares her thoughts and suggestions and always makes me feel like together we will make everything the best that we can.

Nov 07, 2024

5.0

The doctor was excellent. Very patient and caring.

Sep 08, 2024

5.0

Dr. MacLeod was very thorough in reviewing my health history and discussing test results. She is a very caring provider.

Aug 30, 2024

5.0

Dr. MacLeod is friendly, knowledgeable, and patient oriented.

Aug 18, 2024

5.0

Very informative and kind provider!

Aug 18, 2024

5.0

Love Dr. Macleod!

Aug 15, 2024

4.8

[...] I love the Dr [...]

Jun 18, 2024

5.0

I've already recommended her to my children!

Jun 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Macleod was extremely through & helpful.

Apr 26, 2024

5.0

She is wonderful!

Apr 13, 2024

5.0

Dr. MacLeod is a wonderfully caring, knowledgeable and professional provider. She clearly knows my current Issues and medical history. She makes me a partner in all healthcare decisions. The U of R is very lucky to have Dr. MacLeod on staff.

Mar 07, 2024

5.0

I feel lucky to be under this provider's care

Feb 17, 2024

5.0

Dr. Macleod is wonderful.

Dec 27, 2023

5.0

Dr MacLeod is a very effective kind and caring physician. This is the one office that the dr. Takes time to listen to the patient and explains everything in detail so you understand your medicine or any changes to your treatment. I feel she gives me excellent care.

Dec 26, 2023

5.0

Dr. Macleod is literally the best dr. I've ever seen for diabetes ever. Her knowledge & help is unmatched.

Dec 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Sara MacLeod is an amazing physician, she is very caring, and works with me & my wife, she makes us feel like we are important & always takes extra time if needed!

Nov 27, 2023

5.0

Dr Macleod is just amazing! She really listens and comes up with solutions. Really enjoyed my time spent with her!!

Sep 14, 2023

Excellent care with detailed explanations. Very approachable.

Sep 13, 2023

5.0

Excellent care provider.

Aug 04, 2023

5.0

She took time to get to know me, my health history, and concerns. I am an "information person". Dr. MacLeod took the time to explain aspects of my conditions that I did not know and to explain next steps.

Jun 18, 2023

Dr. Macleod is an excellent communicator and always ensures I feel we are a team in my health care.

Jun 15, 2023

5.0

Asked me what I think we should do - I said "You're the doctor."

May 01, 2023

5.0

The experience was good. Dr. Sara was professional and very patient with her explanations. She is easy to talk to and very respectful.

Apr 27, 2023

5.0

I have recommended this provider to my daughter and my daughter sees Dr. Macleod now. Dr. Macleod is very thorough and listens. She gives clear explanations and makes sure you are comfortable with treatment plan.

Apr 07, 2023

5.0

Dr. Macleod is the most thorough and holistic of the doctors I've seen in years. Excellent!

Mar 19, 2023

Again, exceptional care and customer service. Clinically and administratively.

Jan 09, 2023

5.0

Spent lots of time explaining things to me

Jan 07, 2023

5.0

Awesome

Dec 23, 2022

5.0

I had never seen this doctor before. I found her to be very pleasant, informed, and responsive.

Dec 01, 2022

5.0

Best doctor I have seen in awhile. Spent a lot of time with me and provided easy to understand info.

Nov 10, 2022

5.0

I really appreciate that though my fasting numbers are a bit high for pregnancy, the doctor did not immediately jump to insulin and instead wanted to gather more data first. I felt like I was supported and provided all of the options. I am going to be traveling for a week and a half, and the doctor worked with me to accommodate that within my treatment plan.

Oct 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Macleod was excellent, just exceptional in the truest sense of the word.I'm thrilled she is treating me.Very confident she will help me get better.

Sep 16, 2022

5.0

This was my first time with this doctor. It's such a great feeling when your new doctor is as good as or even better than the last one. And this has happened before. So happy with my care here

Sep 01, 2022

5.0

Working with Dr. Macleod on my health issues has been a fantastic experience. She is respectful, pleasant, thorough, and very knowledgeable. I always feel like I matter to her as her patient.

Aug 28, 2022

Dr. Sara Macleod is outstanding professional. She took 70 minutes to fully review, read questions we had submitted to her ahead of appointment on her MyChart account and carefully explain her prescriptions, procedures, communication access and appointments going forward.

Aug 11, 2022

5.0

I highly recommend Dr. Macleod

Aug 04, 2022

Dr. Macleod is very nice and always professional and concerned

May 29, 2022

4.6

Not recommending type, but if someone asks about an endocrinologist, I would mention her to them

Mar 31, 2022

5.0

I'm very lucky to have Dr. Mac Leod a she's caring, and welcomes any questions I have and has no problem answering any questions I have .no matter how minor it is .I never feel rushed when I see her.

Feb 13, 2022