Sarah Elizabeth Pesek

Sarah Elizabeth Pesek, MD

Surgery, General, Surgery, Surgical Critical Care

Provider Groups

  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact

518-641-6936
Appointments (New Patients Welcome)
Provider Groups
  • Innovative Health Alliance of New York

  • SPHP Medical Associates

Primary Contact
518-641-6936

Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Surgery
  • Surgery, General
  • Surgical Critical Care

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

St. Peter's Breast Surgery

317 S Manning Blvd
Ste C364
Albany, NY 12208

St. Peter's Breast Surgery

About

Additional Resources

Education & Certifications

Education

Education:
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Hershey College of Medicine (2008)

Residency:
Fletcher Allen Health Care - Medical Center Campus (2014)

Fellowship:
Brown University (2015)

Board Certifications

Surgery, General, Surgery, American Board of (2015)

Provider Groups

Innovative Health Alliance of New York

SPHP Medical Associates

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(285 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

89 Reviews

09/23/2025

Took the time to explain everything and answered my questions

09/19/2025

She is professional, competent and a genuinely nice human being!

09/19/2025

She's not only a surgeon she's considered a community leader and activist in her space which is recognized/seen by the community. I appreciate all that she does and consequently not only b/c she did a great surgery for me, i'd highly refer/recommend her. She also asked me what her practice can do to be more inclusive - which every doctor should be asking the same ! if nothing else it makes diverse people feel welcomed !

09/17/2025

Dr. Pesek is wonderful she listens explains everything and very knowledgeable

09/09/2025

Dr. Pesek has been very good to me during my journey. I am sure she spends quality time with all of her patients that she sees.

09/08/2025

It was very good, very helpful to me and Dr. made me happy

09/03/2025

She was amazing! She took a very stressful situation and helped us figure it out. She was very kind and caring. She was gentle during her physical exam. I was very pleased with our visit.

09/03/2025

Connecting with a patient as a whole person is really important in fostering confidence and trust. I am glad that Dr. Pesek does this.

09/03/2025

Dr. Pesek is not only a wonderful surgeon, she is an amazing human who takes her role in people's cancer journey seriously and diligently. I trust her completely.

09/03/2025

Thank you for your careful diligence in keeping my body safe.

08/22/2025

Always a pleasure to be there

08/20/2025

She was professional, courteous, caring and knowledgeable.

08/18/2025

Dr Pesek is one of the best doctors I鈥檝e ever had. She鈥檚 smart, friendly and an expert in her field. I trust her judgement and surgical skills completely.

08/18/2025

Highly recommended . Very personal professional and competent

08/15/2025

Gave me alot of time, was very personable!

08/15/2025

She did a great job I feel great glad she was my surgeon. Very understanding and made you feel comfortable she was very confident.

08/08/2025

Dr Pesek is an amazing physician and surgeon. She takes the time to answer all your questions. She truly cares about me as a patient and helped to make a very difficult situation bearable.

08/07/2025

I feel like i'm getting the best of the best with this provider.

08/05/2025

Lovely lady who cares for the patient.

07/31/2025

I would highly recommend Dr. Pesek.

07/30/2025

Dr Pesek made me feel much better for the upcoming surgery after talking with her.

07/22/2025

Dr Sarah Pesek is a good doctor with compassion for her patients.She explained in detail to a layman understanding of how she is going to treat and perform her surgery that makes one feel comfortable and safe.Nice job Dr Pesek . I like her as my Dr and I will definitely recommend her to others and friends.

07/21/2025

Dr. Pesek not only explained everything but also took the time to find out about me as a person. She is very easy to talk to and I felt comfortable asking any questions I had. Dr. Pesek does not rush through the appointment everything was very at ease.

07/21/2025

I am very grateful to have two capable and experienced surgeons in one practice. My experience at St Peter鈥檚 breast center-mammograms , ultrasounds and radiation has been as positive as possible.

07/18/2025

All staff were great. Very kind and professional, Dr Pesek was friendly and forthcoming with all information and plans for my care.

07/15/2025

She is outstanding surgeon. Very kind and compassionate!

07/09/2025

Dr. Pesek is a very skilled surgeon and very knowledgeable. She is caring and treats me with respect and warmth.

07/09/2025

Thank you for making this process easy to go through. Very supportive team.

07/09/2025

Doctor Pesek Sarah she is very good doctor she is exellent doctor and she has lot of pations to explane all your questions,

07/08/2025

Very knowledgable and helpful in her explanations. She was very nice and tried to be thorough about what next.

07/07/2025

I am very happy to have her as a surgeon.

07/07/2025

I would definitely recommend Dr. Pesek.

06/30/2025

Her explanations were calming and complete

06/30/2025

Dr. Pesek seems to really care about her patients and answers any questions you may have.

06/27/2025

Dr. Pesek explained my test results in a way that I could easily understand. She calmed my fears and addressed each of my concerns. She also ordered my future tests which she will follow. Her compassion coupled with her knowledge were impressive.

06/27/2025

It has been a wonderful journey with Dr Pesek and her staff.

06/16/2025

Excellent.

06/12/2025

I feel very comfortable with her.

06/10/2025

Thank you!

06/09/2025

Dr. Pesek is friendly and professional. She explains things in a way I can understand. She asks all the right questions and listens to my concerns. She is a great surgeon.

06/05/2025

The care was excellent!

06/03/2025

I recommend Dr. Pesek without hesitation

05/28/2025

She was very informative and well researched

05/28/2025

St. Peters Hospital is my hospital.

05/22/2025

All had concern for my well being

05/22/2025

Always willing to explain things so I can understand what is going on.

05/15/2025

Cancer is scary - she makes it less so - and treats you like an educated person

05/08/2025

Professional and friendly. Takes time to have a conversation with you. Not just in and out.

05/05/2025

Great provider

04/17/2025

Practices evidence based medicine, with care and compassion.

04/17/2025

Very professional and knowledgeable

04/15/2025

Very in tune to all questions

04/04/2025

She relieved my stress and anxiety,

04/03/2025

ery knowledgeable with my problem. Answered my questions. I never felt rushed or that I wasn't important

03/24/2025

Every pleased

03/21/2025

The professional care of the staff gave me confidence and comfort.

03/17/2025

Dr Pesek is always thorough

03/11/2025

I would recommend Dr. Pesek to everyone I know who is an unwilling traveler on this "journey"

03/10/2025

Excellent as a surgeon and for follow-up care!

03/07/2025

Dr. Pesek was informative and professional. My surgery and postoperative period went well without complications. I was given postoperative instructions on paper which was helpful after my surgery. I only wish I would have had those instructions prior to my surgery. Dr. Pesek listened to my questions and was informative.

03/07/2025

Dr. Pesek is caring, encouraging, and professional.

03/05/2025

Dr Pesek is patient, explains everything in detail and is always willing to listen and answer all questions and address all concerns .

03/05/2025

Very grateful

03/03/2025

This office is one of the good ones at St. Peter鈥檚!!

03/03/2025

Excellent!

03/03/2025

she makes me feel comfortable

02/28/2025

Keep the good work

02/24/2025

The doctor is wonderful, caring and is very clear on directions

02/24/2025

I will continue to speak highly of the care I have received and will continue to refer this office due to the experience I have received.

02/19/2025

The doctor and staff are very attentive and knowledgeable and very caring

02/19/2025

Thank you!

02/14/2025

I鈥檓 blessed to have Dr. Pesek continue to offer me great care

01/31/2025

Dr. Pesek's warm personality put me at ease during this difficult time.

01/29/2025

Dr. Pesek welcomed me and quickly put me at ease. She listened to me and anticipated my questions. She provided information in a way I could understand. I felt she had researched me and my chart in depth prior to my arrival. She knew dates about me without even looking at my chart. She was exceptional the entire time I was there. She exceeded my expectations. I feel I am in extremely good hands. Thank you!

01/29/2025

Dr Pesek was fantastic glad I made the change to her overseeing my care

01/24/2025

Attentive to my needs

01/21/2025

Dr Pesek took great care and time in explaining everything from start to next steps. She answered all of my questions and took time to make sure I had all of the information I need to make the best choices for my treatment .

01/20/2025

a great listener...kind and compassionate

01/13/2025

Dr. Pesek did an excellent job on my surgery. No complications and very good range of motion.

01/03/2025

I would recommend Dr Pesek and her nurse Amanda to anyone and have already. The best!

12/30/2024

Very thorough

12/10/2024

Dr. Pesek is awesome

12/03/2024

Very satisfied.

12/03/2024

Happy

11/25/2024

Dr. Pesek is a wonderful surgeon and person. She genuinely cares about her patients.

11/25/2024

Smiling, supportive, explains in understandable way

11/21/2024

Excellent experience

11/19/2024

Very respectful and caring

11/18/2024

Dr. Pesek is very caring
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