About
Sarah Morris, MD, FACP, earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Delaware before completing her medical degree at New Jersey Medical School, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1991. She completed both her internship and internal medicine residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, earning the Al DeCotis PGY I Excellence Award in 1991 and the Residency PGY III Top Performance Award in 1994. Monmouth Medical Center has remained central to her career. She has served as an attending physician there since 1994 and has instructed medical residents at the same institution throughout that time. Since 2010, she has also served as a clinical instructor for nurse practitioners at Monmouth University.
Dr. Morris holds board certification in Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine, passing the recertification exam for the third time in 20 years in 2014. The American Board of Internal Medicine recognized that achievement as rare and laudable. She earned placement on the Best Doctors in America list six times between 2003 and 2011, and Top Docs New Jersey recognized her in 1998 and 2002. She serves as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians and held a seat on the Executive Board of the Monmouth-Ocean Medical Society in 2015 and 2016. The Monmouth and Ocean County Medical Board of Directors, the local arm of the College of American Physicians, also invited her to serve on its board. Her clinical focus covers preventive medicine, chronic condition management, and individualized wellness planning. She believes healthcare requires a tailored approach for every patient.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
University of Delaware, Newark, DE — Bachelor of Science, Nursing, 1985
Medical School
New Jersey Medical School, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, NJ — Doctorate of Medicine, 1991
Residency
Internal Medicine, Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, NJ, 1992-1994
Additional Training
Internship: Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, NJ, 1991-1992
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Morris right for?
Dr. Morris is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a dedicated internal medicine physician. Patients managing chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or high cholesterol benefit from her preventive focus. She works well with patients who value direct access to their doctor, including after-hours phone contact. Those who may need specialist referrals or access to major medical centers will find her coordination skills valuable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Morris specializes in internal medicine and preventive medicine. Her clinical focus includes chronic condition management, comprehensive wellness planning, and individualized preventive care. She tailors her approach to each patient's specific health needs and goals.
Yes, Dr. Morris holds board certification in Internal Medicine from the American Board of Internal Medicine. She passed her recertification exam for the third time in 2014, an achievement the Board recognized as rare and laudable.
Dr. Morris earned her medical degree from New Jersey Medical School, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in 1991. She completed both her internship and internal medicine residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey.
Dr. Morris has over 20 years of private practice experience in Monmouth County. She has maintained attending physician status at Monmouth Medical Center since 1994 and has instructed medical residents there throughout her career.
Yes, Dr. Morris has instructed medical residents at Monmouth Medical Center since 1994. Since 2010, she has also served as a clinical instructor for nurse practitioners at Monmouth University.
Dr. Morris has earned placement on the Best Doctors in America list six times between 2003 and 2011. Top Docs New Jersey recognized her in 1998 and 2002. She also serves as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.
Yes, members reach Dr. Morris directly by phone after hours and on weekends. Every appointment also goes to Dr. Morris herself, not a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.
Yes, Dr. Morris has cultivated deep relationships with area specialists throughout her career. When patients need care beyond local options, she coordinates access to leading institutions including Mayo Clinic and Hospital for Special Surgery.
Dr. Morris treats a wide range of conditions within internal medicine, with a particular focus on chronic condition management and preventive care. She addresses conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, and thyroid disorders, among others.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026