Biographical summary
Maria J. Bachman, M.D., is a family medicine physician at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, and surrounding areas. Dr. Bachman provides comprehensive care for individuals and families, with a clinical focus on women's health, mental health, prenatal and postnatal care, and chronic disease management. She is committed to an approach that addresses the whole person and emphasizes lasting wellness across all stages of life.
Dr. Bachman serves as Assistant Professor of Family Medicine at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science and is a member of the Mantle Faculty for undergraduate education. Her academic contributions include teaching, mentorship, and leadership roles in advancing primary care education.
Areas of expertise
Dr. Bachman is dedicated to patient-centered care and supporting long-term health and well-being.
- Women's health: Comprehensive gynecologic care, including family planning and preventive screenings
- Prenatal and postnatal care: Care for expectant and new mothers throughout pregnancy and postpartum
- Mental health: Diagnosis and management of anxiety, depression, and related conditions in primary care
- Chronic disease management: Ongoing care plans for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease
- Gynecologic procedures: In-office procedures, including IUD and Nexplanon insertion and removal
- Musculoskeletal care: Joint injections for relief of pain and restoration of mobility
Research and professional highlights
Dr. Bachman is board-certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. She earned her medical degree from Mayo Medical School in Rochester, Minnesota, completed residency training at Boston University Medical Center, and holds a Bachelor of Science in biology and bioethics from Loyola University Chicago.
Her scholarly work includes peer-reviewed publications and presentations on medical education, cervical cancer screening, and quality improvement initiatives in primary care. She has received the Top Performing Provider Patient Experience Award at Mayo Clinic and previously served as a faculty member at Tufts University and Harvard Medical School.
Personal note
Dr. Bachman's care philosophy is simple: "Treat the person, not just the problem." Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, cooking, staying active through hiking, yoga, and tennis, and spending time with her husband and their two sons.
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2017
ResidencyBoston University Medical Center, Boston University
- 2014
MDMayo Medical School
- 2009
BS - Biology, BioethicsLoyola University Chicago
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 2017
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family Medicine
Awards and honors
- 2026
Top Performing Provider Patient Experience Award
Professional memberships
- 2010 - present
MemberAmerican Medical Association
- 2010 - present
MemberAmerican Academy of Family Practice
- 2010 - present
MemberMassachusetts Medical Society
Publications