Dr. Bancroft was very empathetic and took the time to ask relevant questions. She conducted a thorough exam and located the exact place of the pain I am experiencing.

March 27, 2024

Dr. Bancroft was attentive and informative.

February 12, 2024

Dr. Bancroft really took time to ask questions and explain her diagnosis and how to proceed.

January 10, 2024

Very thorough and informative. Answered all my questions.

November 20, 2023

Dr Bancroft is wonderful! She listens attentively, and gives positive feedback. I have recommended her to fellow athletes, and will continue to do so.

October 11, 2023

Dr Bancroft was very professional and made every effort to keep me informed and comfortable. Office staff was fantastic.

September 16, 2023

Appreciate the time she takes to explain options

September 11, 2023

She reviewed my chart, did xrays and gave me several options in a thorough and helpful manner.

August 23, 2023

She was excellent and over and above to help my daughter feel comfortable with how to address her injury. The tech who checked us in was very helpful and put my daughter at ease.

May 22, 2023

Dr. Bancroft is an excellent provider, and McFarland is lucky to have her. I’ve put off going to the doctor and just dealt with living with pain. She was very thorough in her explanation of why I was in pain and then also solutions to getting better. The amount of time she spent with me was above and beyond and truly demonstrated extraordinary care.

April 13, 2023

Dr Bancroft does at fabulous job taking care of the girls questions and needs. Thank you for your time and attention.

March 21, 2023

Very thorough and pleasant

March 21, 2023

Great experience. Very helpful and kind.

February 20, 2023

Super kind and helpful!

November 16, 2022

Dr. Bancroft took time to listen to me and assessed me thoroughly.

October 28, 2022

Dr. Bancroft took the time to discuss our concerns and discuss a plan for treatment. The additional time taken was appreciated!

October 3, 2022

Everyone was so kind, so friendly. Reception, X-ray, and lab at sports medicine was fantastic.

September 23, 2022

Dr Bancroft was incredibly helpful and able to quickly and efficiently give insightful feedback on a very complicated medical problem.

September 21, 2022

Friendly, knowledgeable and caring!!

May 3, 2022

This was my first time visiting. Dr. Bancroft and I appreciated her kindness and answering my questions thoroughly and giving me her opinions on future treatment and some other medical conditions that I have.

April 4, 2022

Dr. Bancroft was very thorough, offered me three different care options and listened well to my questions, concerns, and desired plan of action. Excellent experience!

March 16, 2022

Excellent visit with Dr. Bancroft. Everyone was very professional and very nice. Dr. Bancroft is excellent. She examined me, explained the x-ray and prescribed appropriate treatment. The receptionist and Dr. Bancroft's aide were excellent.

December 30, 2021

Dr. Bancroft, her staff and the front desk are so professional and care about their patients that come in for care.

November 2, 2021

Very caring and compassionate. Very open to questions. Talked through everything and explained very well.

October 30, 2021

They got me an appointment quickly due to an acute injury

October 11, 2021

About

Medical Interests

Non Surgical Orthopedics
Musculoskeletal Injuries
Stress Fractures
Joint Injections (sports and non-sports related)
Ultrasound Injections & Diagnostics (sports and non-sports related)
Platelet-rich Plasma Injections
Sports-related Concussions
Sports Injury Prevention

Joined McFarland Clinic

July 2017

Education & Professional Certification

Certifications

American Osteopathic Association

Family Medicine; 2012
Sports Medicine; 2013

Education

Southern Illinois University

B.S., Biological Science; 2003

Kansas City University School of Medicine and Biosciences

D.O.; 2008

Residency

Michigan State University, Metro Health Hospital

Family Medicine; 2011

Fellowship

Michigan State University, Metro Health Hospital

Sports Medicine; 2013

Professional Societies

American Medical Society of Sports Medicine
American Osteopathic Association of Sports Medicine
American Osteopathic Association

Professional & Personal Interests

Leadership Roles

Department Co-chair - McFarland Clinic Sports Medicine Primary Care
Member, McFarland Clinic Clinical Coding Committee

Hobbies and Personal Interests

Bicycling, Triathlons, Barre, Cooking and Traveling

Community Involvement

Iowa State University Team Physician

Resources

Why Athletes Need Sleep

The importance of sleep for student-athletes.

Is Youth Sports Specialization Harmful?

Is it harmful to focus on one sport at a young age?

Return to Learn

Protocol to get you back to learning after a concussion.

Concussions: What to Know

Demystifying concussions, their symptoms, and what to do if you have one.

Maximize Your Hydration

Tips for staying hydrated during a workout, practice or game.

Maximize Your Strength

How a strength training routine can improve your health.

Maximize Your Flexibility

The health benefits of yoga.

Maximize Your Performance

High Intensity Interval Training workouts.

Sarah Bancroft, DO

Primary Clinic

South Ames Office

Patient Testimonials