
Highlights
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleAbout the Provider
Sara Thiel is a nurse practitioner with Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Neurology. She brings extensive experience in neuroscience and acute care, with a career spanning neurology, neurosurgery, vascular care, stroke navigation, and critical care nursing.
Sara earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of South Alabama, where she specialized in Adult‑Gerontologic Acute Care. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry‑Biochemistry from the University of Alabama. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, she served in progressive leadership roles—including nursing director and nurse manager of neuroscience units—and provided direct patient care as a registered nurse, travel nurse, and flight nurse in high‑acuity neuroscience and trauma settings.
She is committed to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care and is passionate about helping individuals navigate neurological conditions with confidence. Sara emphasizes education, collaboration, and strong communication with patients and families to support informed decision‑making and improved outcomes.
Locations
- Northeast Georgia Physicians Group Neurology
- 4445 South Lee Street, Suite 310, Buford, GA 30518
- Get Directions
- phone: 770-219-6520
- fax: 770-219-6521
Expertise
Education
- Professional School: University of South Alabama, 2019
Board Certifications
- Nurse Practitioner: American Nurses Credentialing Center, 2020
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
48 ratings, 3 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Sarah is the absolute best in all areas of my care. Always above and beyond.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Listens, understands and takes the time to hear everything you have to say. Answers all questions and concerns. Recommend 100%
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2025
Dr. Thiel is a great listener. She asked questions I would not have thought about. She really got to know all of my health issues. I am very impressed!
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Medicare
- Alliant Health Plans
- Alliant HIX
- Amerigroup Medicaid
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage
- Beech Street
- CareSource Medicaid
- Cigna
- Cigna + Oscar
- Cigna GA Connect HIX
- Cigna Medicare Advantage
- Coventry Healthcare (Advantra)
- First Health Network (Coventry)
- Health Partners
- Humana Medicare Advantage
- Kaiser PPO
- LifeSynch Psych
- Magellan Psych
- Peach State Medicaid
- Tricare (Standard and Prime)