Sarah Hermans, MD, MPH
Physician, Assistant Professor
Primary Care - Internal Medicine
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Gender-Affirming Care
- Exercise
- Mental Health
- Holistic Health
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
- Obesity
Locations
- Outpatient Care Upper Arlington
Academic information
Department: Internal Medicine
About
- Gender
- Female
Biography
Dr. Sarah Hermans is a board-certified internal medicine physician committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered primary care. She earned her MD and MPH degrees from Tulane University School of Medicine and completed her residency training in internal medicine at The Ohio State University College of Medicine. During her training, she pursued additional expertise in global health and the care of LGBTQ+ populations.
Dr. Hermans manages a broad spectrum of acute and chronic conditions, including cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, depression and ADHD. She has special clinical interests in the care of patients with HIV, weight management, and the care of individuals during perimenopause and menopause.
Her approach emphasizes not only evidence-based medical management but also the importance of nutrition, physical activity, mood and sleep in optimizing health. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care and is especially committed to partnering with patients who may have experienced barriers to health care. Dr. Hermans values the long-term relationships fostered in primary care and is committed to shared decision-making that prioritizes each patient’s goals and concerns
Conditions and expertise
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
- Exercise
- Gender-Affirming Care
- High Blood Pressure
- HIV
- Holistic Health
- Mental Health
- Obesity
- Primary Care
Locations
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Residency - Internal Medicine
- Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH, United States
7/1/2021 - 6/30/2024 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, United States
8/1/2017 - 5/1/2021 - Masters of Public Health (MPH)
- Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, United States
6/1/2017 - 5/22/2021
Certification
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American Board of Internal Medicine
8/28/2024
Ratings and reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
117 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and Related Relationships
At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 11/3/2025, Dr. Hermans has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
I really appreciated that I could hear my provider when speaking. In the past the volume would be too low for me to hear.
I always have a good experience with my care provider Sarah Hermans. She's very polite and detailed and shows concern for my well-being. Dr Herman's makes me very comfortable to discuss any health concern I have.
Excellent care provider
Listens well, knowledgeable, fun personality
Dr Herman's great!
Dr. Herman's was knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I am very happy with her. She was responsive and professional.
Always pleasant and informative
I really appreciated my initial consult with Dr. Sarah! She did a wonderful job listening to my concerns, providing helpful advice, and giving follow up steps. She has a great bedside manner and is quite easy to relate to. I appreciate the great care!
This was my first visit with PC as other OSU PC had changed specialities. I was very happy with her thoroughness and knowledge.
Extremely personable and professional! She was also patient, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable & thorough. I cannot recommend her highly enough!
The most knowledgeable and caring physician.Can't say enough.
My doctor is awesome and highly knowledgeable
Dr Hermans is a superior doctor who has a good grasp of her patients' history, culture, and needs. And she keeps up to date with research in her field!
Good
This was my first time seeing Dr Hermans. She was awesome. Cared about why I was there, ordered tests and pt right away for me, and was clearly very good.
My experience with Dr Herman's has been wonderful. I can tell that she cares about my health and we are working together to achieve the best care for me.
I had a great experience with my new PCP. She asked a lot of questions, listen intently to what I had to say, review my vitals and blood sugar log book. I am pleased to have Dr. Sarah Hermans, MD. As my chosen Physician.
Very good listener, asks questions, takes her time and considers details. Very kind and caring personality.
Excellent
Good
I realy like the care provider, it's the first time for me to see her,she took her time to answer my questions and asking me so many questions about my health, she refered me to 3 other provider, she ordered me to do the labs, and I texted her to get help to understand my results, she said nothing is big deal, just we will continue to do continue the diet steps she gave me. I realy liked my experience with her.Thanks
Dr. Hermans has been the best doctor I have been to in years.
She was Very Knowledgeable, Kind and Considerate.
Clear introduction- this was a new patient visit. Very friendly and as I have an extensive family history and recent cancer diagnosis and treatment she took her time making sure she had all the information and understood my current care with the James.
The provider gave me the feeling of being listened to and was very down to earth in discussing my issues current issues. I very much appreciate this new care provider.
Dr. Hermans is great! She's on top of everything and listens to me.
All good and positive
Dr Hermans listened to my concerns and has been very helpful in motivating me to get my health back on track
All good
All excellent
Ask specific questions and ask for clarification if needed. Explained things clearly. Made me feel relaxed.
Fantastic provider. Attentive listener. Prescribed the medication I needed. Cares about her patients.
Sarah Hermans is excellent!
First visit. Dr Hermans listened to my concerns. Liked her very much.
She is my new pcp. She seemed very thorough. Had a good bedside manner. I like her.
Prepared. Listened to all issues. Ordered testing to determine cause
Sarah is the best doctor I've ever had. She really gives personalized care and listens to concerns and questions. Super friendly and always gives good care that is clearly explained. I love her and am so happy to have her as my provider!
She genuinely cared about my health and mental health
No bad experience
Dr Herman's was wonderful. She is very knowledgeable and listened to my concerns. Together we made a plan of care.
Friendly, easy to talk to, informative. Felt heard and cared for.
Good
Nice, but seemed rushed and not very personable.
She was very helpful. I has wellness questions and she helped me find a nswers.
Dr. Hermans is a nice and respectful person.
She had reviewed my chart and knew some things that needed addressed.
My care provider was attentive and understanding.