Elissa Clair Sachs, PA-C

Family Medicine Primary Care

Elissa Clair Sachs, PA-C

Family Medicine Primary Care

4.7 (369 Ratings)

About Me

I am a Physician Assistant who recently graduated from Elon University. I have a Bachelor’s of Science in exercise science from High Point University, which is what initially brought me down to North Carolina from Massachusetts. I was drawn to family medicine because of the personal relationships that are cultivated with patients over years of working together. I evaluate and treat patient of all ages, those with acute and chronic conditions, and perform annual physical and women’s health exams. My goal is to treat each and every patient as an individual to best promote a healthy and happy life!

Ratings and Reviews

4.7 369 Ratings 118 Comments
Listened to me	4.7
Clearly explained my problem or condition	4.7
Addressed my questions and concerns	4.7
Clearly explained my treatment and follow up instructions	4.7

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Patient Comments

August 10, 2023 PA Sachs was patient and explained things to me carefully.
August 10, 2023 Ms. Sachs is one of thr best providers I have had in a very long time. She takes time to listen and understand the concerns brought to her. The appointment was for a 10 minute consultation, yet she went over that time to listen to me.
August 10, 2023 Elissa is awesome! Had front staff verify my insurance was going to cover visit. Always friendly and genuinely care about me.
August 8, 2023 Elissa is wonderful. Takes her time and really listens.
August 7, 2023 Well versed in Internal Medicine.
August 7, 2023 Elissa is a wonderful care provider, takes time to listen and cares about my health concerns. I appreciate partnering w her especially regarding a couple of chronic conditions.
August 3, 2023 Elissa Sachs, PA-C: Is a very professional, bright, kind-hearted, and respectful Physician Assistant-Certified. She keep me updated with test results, healthy suggestions, responsive, and shows genuine concern for her patients. I am grateful to be under the care of such an outstanding Physician Worker.
July 29, 2023 She is always so nice and listens to me and takes the time to try to figure out what the issue is
July 28, 2023 Elissa Sachs is warm and caring and genuinely wants to help. She's awesome.
July 28, 2023 She was nice to me
July 28, 2023 As stated before in my previous comments. Elissa was very rude when coming in to see me. When she came in she didn’t introduce her self she just plopped down and said what’s going on. She was nice and seemed very short with me and I felt rushed out of the room as she waved her arms in hand for me to come out of the room while I was gathering my belongings to leave. Overall I did not appreciate my treatment from Elissa and do not plan on returning.
July 27, 2023 she is a very caring dr. and has a wonderful nurse Kim. very friendly.
July 27, 2023 Very professional and helpful. Addressed all concerns
July 15, 2023 Elissa is a good and attentive listener. She knows that I do a lot of research and she respects my opinions and talks openly with me regarding my questions and concerns.
July 13, 2023 She is caring, thorough and knowledgeable.
July 13, 2023 She is always kind and listens willing to take proper steps to help or rule out any concerns .She is attentive the entire visit and overall pleasant.
July 11, 2023 Fast, friendly, knowledgeable, caring, add listened.
July 8, 2023 Very concerned and listened to my concerns as a patient.
July 5, 2023 Elissa is an excellent provider — a calm, knowledgeable, compassionate healing presence. I am very grateful for her care. She has helped me develop and implement a plan for a chronic health issue.
June 30, 2023 Elissa, understands me and I always ready to listen to what I needs and provides feed back to me. She is great for me.
June 28, 2023 Listens and explains answers
June 26, 2023 Very professional and very approachable. I felt comfortable talking to her about my concerns. She took the time to listen and help me with those.
June 17, 2023 friendly and very knowledgeable
June 9, 2023 She is authentic and caring. I really appreciate her.
June 8, 2023 She is very nice and good
June 5, 2023 I really appreciate that she was willing to let me participate in my own care, and make my own decisions about how to help myself to become healthier instead of trying to force me to only do things her way. She informed me of my choices and did not push medication on me like others have.
May 30, 2023 I’ve seen Elissa Sachs several times and she always listens carefully and thoughtfully. She never rushes or judges. And she has always been able to find a cure or solution.
May 23, 2023 She was great. Listened to me and gave me a lot of good advice that I will follow.
May 22, 2023 My Doctor is awesome she was very helpful and concern about what was going on with me, that's means a lot to me.
May 20, 2023 Good
May 16, 2023 Excellent
May 13, 2023 She is always great and listens to me. She always comes up with a plan for my care especially if things don’t work for me.
May 10, 2023 Great job explaining what was happening with me. Offered suggestions for care and gave me options.
May 5, 2023 Elissa very knowledgeable and explained all treatments.
May 2, 2023 Doesn't always listen
April 22, 2023 She was very thorough and addressed all by concerns and questions.
April 18, 2023 Actually listens to my concerns and makes me feel at ease with her treatment approach
April 14, 2023 Willing to spend more time to add a test and explanation.
April 12, 2023 Elissa is great! She’s kind, and willing to listen. The whole visit was full of compassion and patience, it was great.
April 11, 2023 Elissa carefully listens and encourages me. She gives me options and follows up well.
April 11, 2023 Dr. Elissa Sachs is a great doctor. I like to be under her care
March 27, 2023 She is such a compassionate and attentive PA and pays attention to helping me improve my health. She follows up on any issues that come up.
March 23, 2023 Seemed to care what my condition was and wanted to help
March 22, 2023 My visit felt rushed and an important part of the visit was skipped entirely until I called it out. I also didn’t feel much consideration for a years-long issue I shared. At one point Elissa shrugged her shoulders.
March 14, 2023 My visit was good.
March 11, 2023 Elissa is a wonderful PA-C who listens to concerns and brainstorms ideas with you. I would see her over and over again.
March 9, 2023 Dr Sachs is a great physician. She always takes time to listen to everything you have to say. Dr Sachs also follows up with any necessary tests and imaging.
March 7, 2023 The site was clean and the personnel was as always attentive and answered all of my questions in a way that I could understand about what they could and could not do for me. I always leave your facility feeling that the person I last spoke to cared about my concerns.
March 3, 2023 Great listener! I enjoy seeing her for my visits. I feel like she offers helpful advice and is also knowledgeable about my medical issues. She’s respectful and honest during my visits.
March 3, 2023 She is always there for me
March 3, 2023 Elissa treated me in a professional manner and also with respect and compassion. She really listened to me fully explaining my progression of symptoms.
March 2, 2023 La doctora Elissa muy amable muy profesional atenta para mi lo mejor del mundo ?? me sentí muy cómoda con ella sentí mucha confianza espero volver a verla de mi parte tiene un ?? excelente profecional y persona
March 1, 2023 Elissa was very attentive to my questions and I felt like she gave me a thorough check-up
March 1, 2023 I don't believe she took the time to look at my chart.
March 1, 2023 Elissa was generally concerned to assistant in helping me reduce my elevated blood pressure
February 22, 2023 Elissa listened well and answered my concerns. She was attentive to my trepidation about procedures and helpful in helping me understand care going forward.
February 20, 2023 She is friendly
February 18, 2023 Elissa Sachs,PA-C was caring and helpful,I felt relaxed.
February 16, 2023 Very friendly and caring and a good listener.
February 10, 2023 She was very kind and professional
February 10, 2023 Elissa was very good and making suggestions and hearing my input. Together a good medical plan was put into place.
February 2, 2023 Elissa was very understanding and listened to me and answered all my questions. I very happy to be one of her patients.
January 31, 2023 Such a kind, thoughtful person. She listened carefully with no judgement to my relatively minor issue and showed genuine concern.
January 30, 2023 She was totally focused on what she was doing. Communicated well, and took me to the next step. I. had to take.
January 29, 2023 Elissa is very professional and caring.
January 28, 2023 She understood what I was saying about symptoms .
January 28, 2023 Besides PA Pasquale Elysse has been the best PA yet, in the last 17 years.
January 26, 2023 Elissa is wonderful. She explains everything to me and genuinely cares about her patients. She's great.
January 25, 2023 Didn’t agree with the time I needed off for FMLA
January 24, 2023 She is very caring. I wish I lived closer to the office. One hour trip each way
January 24, 2023 She was very helpful and understanding.
January 24, 2023 Listen and caring doc
January 21, 2023 Elissa was welcoming, warm, professional, actively listened, and provided information.
January 20, 2023 Elissa is great! I always feel like she really listens to me, makes me feel heard and gives a clear plan.
January 19, 2023 elissa seems to be a very caring provider for me. listens to my concerns.
January 14, 2023 She was fantastic. She took a lot of time with me!!
January 13, 2023 She is an awesome provider. She listens to your concerns and cares about your progress.
January 13, 2023 Very understanding, kind, attentive!
January 11, 2023 I understand that not everything can be fixed in a day. But I should not have been looked at sideways for not having been to a primary care physician for a while. I'm not the only one who has gone without health insurance. It's important to remember to encourage and be positive when people are trying to take proactive steps to getting healthier.
January 10, 2023 Very knowledgeable and professional nice lady.
January 9, 2023 Elissa was very helpful, good listener and performed a through exam.
January 1, 2023 She always answers my messages and follows up with me. She is courteous, patient and respectful of the time. Always points out what is best for me without being pushy.
December 30, 2022 I love visiting with my doctor. She listens and cares.
December 23, 2022 Elissa Sachs listened carefully to my symptoms. She checked and made sure that my symptoms were not due to my ongoing condition. She also made sure my symptoms were not the flu. She was very thorough.
December 21, 2022 Elissa Sachs Green, PA-C, was very nice and professional. She did not waste my time. She covered everything related to my care in a way that I could understand.
December 20, 2022 She's so kind and caring it's impossible not to feel wonderful after your visit.
December 20, 2022 Very patient and took the time to listen to my concerns.
December 6, 2022 I absolutely love Elissa. I am so blessed to be her patient. She listens and gives great feedback to the questions or concerns I have. I would recommend her to anyone! Total Family Care is truly blessed to have her.
November 30, 2022 Very professional and knowledgeable
November 28, 2022 She does a great job and is very caring!
November 12, 2022 Very attentive to my concerns.
November 8, 2022 Elissa is always kind and shows concern about whatever my concerns are. She always tries to find solutions or suggestions for my concerns. I have been pleased with all my visits that I have had with her.
November 7, 2022 Elissa is very good, just seemed in a hurry.
November 4, 2022 Dr. Ellisa is the best
October 29, 2022 Elissa was caring and showed concern.
October 20, 2022 I stated the following when asked about the best part of my visit. It's worth repeating. Elissa Sachs, PA-C was amazing! She earnestly listened to my many concerns and worked with me to determine the most logical path forward. She was knowledgeable, empathetic, and attentive. I am so grateful I decided to start seeing her as my PCP!
October 17, 2022 I had a wonderful experience with the doctor who took the time to discuss my care with me. She was very kind and professional throughout the entire visit.
October 15, 2022 She is so wonderfully kind and caring. I'm so happy with her.
October 11, 2022 elissa is a caring dr. and very efficent
October 8, 2022 Elissa spent the time I needed and listened to me and was very caring. I did not feel rushed. Thank you Elissa.
October 6, 2022 Elissa was helpful and compassionate. She reflected how I was feeling about my concer and also explained the issue thoroughly. She reviewed treatment and ensured I understood next steps.
September 23, 2022 She is great. Like I said before Gina had been my PA for over 30 years before she retired and she knew everything about me.
September 21, 2022 She is a very kind and caring doctor. She always takes her time to listen and to explain everything.
September 21, 2022 Elissa was absolutely wonderful! She genuinely listened to my concerns and addressed each one. I felt heard and that's very rare these days. I didn't feel like I was an inconvenience or just a number. I am very happy I decided to make a change and book an appointment with Elissa!
September 21, 2022 This was my first visit with Elissa, and I was pleased. She listened to me and my concerns and offered good advice for my situation. I felt very comfortable sharing with her.
September 13, 2022 This was more of a follow-up visit, but Elissa gave me her full attention. She displayed real concern for my situation and took the time to study the BP log I brought in.
September 13, 2022 Excellent provider. Listens to concerns, and follows up.
September 5, 2022 Listen to your patients. Very disappointed.
September 3, 2022 Great doctor. Would recommend Wake Forest
September 2, 2022 Elissa was thorough, prompt, attentive and friendly. I appreciate her very much as my health care provider.
September 1, 2022 She is very personable, kind and very caring. She takes time with each patient
August 31, 2022 She was the primary reason for m choice of Medicare advantage plans; I insisted on a policy accepted by this practice.
August 26, 2022 Wonderful, thorough, completely focused on me and what is happening with me - how i am - listens and make sure things are good...
August 25, 2022 Elissa listen to all my concerns and came up with a good plan.
August 25, 2022 Very professional and concerned
August 24, 2022 Elissa always takes time to listen and fully understand what your concerns are. She takes a judgment free approach and wants the best for all her patients. She approaches sensitive subjects in a caring manner and is truly the best
August 21, 2022 Elissa is very knowledgeable and professional. She listens attentively and gives helpful advice.
August 17, 2022 Warm and caring!

Locations

Family Medicine - Westbrook Plaza

Formerly known as Total Family Care of Winston-Salem

Address

1665 Westbrook Plaza Drive

Winston-Salem, NC 27103

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Hours of Operation

Mon - Fri: 8 am - 4:30 pm

Appointments

336-760-8380
336-760-8388 (FAX)

Family Medicine - Westbrook Plaza, 1665 Westbrook Plaza Drive - Google Maps

Credentials

Education

PA, Elon University, 2019

Board Certifications

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Positions

Physician Assistant

Insurance

Insurance Accepted

This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.

Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.

If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.

Key

WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC

Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022

AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations

AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations

AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations

AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations

ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)

AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations

AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations

APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations

BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations

BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations

BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations

BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations

BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations

CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)

CIGNA: Accepted at all locations

CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)

CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)

CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations

CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations

DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)

FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations

FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations

HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations

HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations

HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations

LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)

MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations

MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)

OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)

TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)

UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)

UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations

UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations

UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations

VA CCN: Accepted at all locations

WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations

WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations

Key

WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC

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Elissa Clair Sachs, PA-C

About Me

Ratings and Reviews

4.7

Patient Comments

Locations

Family Medicine - Westbrook Plaza

Credentials

Education

Board Certifications

Positions

Insurance

Insurance Accepted

Key

Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022