Biographical summary
Marisol Sanchez-Lance, D.O., is a board-certified family medicine physician at Mayo Clinic, where she provides comprehensive care for individuals and families of all ages. Her expertise includes preventive care and the management of chronic health conditions, with a strong focus on creating personalized treatment plans that align with each patient's goals and values.
Dr. Lance completed her medical degree at Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri, followed by a residency in Family Medicine and a fellowship in Geriatrics at the University of Alabama in Birmingham. Her approach to care emphasizes thoughtful conversations about benefits and risks, ensuring every patient feels informed and empowered in their healthcare decisions.
Areas of expertise
Dr. Lance offers evidence-based care designed to support long-term health and wellness:
- Preventive care: Screenings and strategies to help patients maintain optimal health
- Chronic condition management: Care for diabetes, hypertension, and other long-term illnesses
- Geriatric care: Specialized expertise for older adults and age-related health concerns
Outside of her clinical practice, Dr. Lance values mind-body healing and enjoys practicing yoga and meditation.
Conditions treated
Procedures performed
- Cryotherapy
- Joint injection
Mayo Clinic locations
Education
- 2009
Fellowship - EthnogeriatricsStanford University
- 2005
Fellowship - Curriculum DevelopmentDuke University
- 1998
Fellowship - GerontologyUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Medicine
- 1997
Residency - Family PracticeUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Medicine
- 1995
InternshipBotsford General Hospital
- 1994
Doctor of Osteopathic MedicineKirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
- 1990
BS - BiologyFlorida International University
Activities and honors
Certifications
- 1998
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family Medicine
Awards and honors
- 2024
Mayo Clinic Top Performing ClinicianMayo Clinic
- 2014
Spirit of Magnet Physician AwardBaptist Home Health Care
- 2013
Magnet PhysicianBaptist Home Health Care
- 2010
Outstanding Service on the Ethnogeriatrics Committee and for Furthering the Society’s Mission to Improve the Health and Well-Being of all Older PersonsAmerican Geriatrics Society
- 2009
Nominated for an Argus Teaching Award by the Medical Student Class for Introduction to Clinical MedicineUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Medicine
- 2007
Who's Who Among America's Teachers
- 2007
Recognition for Special Dedication and Dependability in Giving 5 years of Continuous ServiceUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham
- 2006
Best Doctors in America
- 2005
Recognition for Outstanding Work in the Donald W. Reynolds Mini-Fellowship in Medical Student Education in GeriatricsDuke University Medical School
- 2001
Recognition for Outstanding Performance in Support of Clinical TeachingTroy State University
- 2000
Excellence in TeachingAlbany State University
- 1999
Outstanding Teacher for Nurse PractitionersThree Rivers Area Health Education Center
- 1998
Resident of the Year AwardMary Lewis Nursing Home, University of Alabama at Birmingham
- 1998
Outstanding work in Nursing Health Service Loan Repayment ProgramColumbus State University
- 1993
Sigma Sigma Phi National Osteopathic Honor Society
- 1990
Dean's ListKirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine
- 1989
Dean's ListFlorida International University
Professional memberships
- 2025 - present
Associated MemberCarman Society
- 2020 - present
Diversity LeaderDepartment of Equity, Inclusion, and Diversity
- 2017 - 2020
MemberFamily Medicine Clerkship Committee, University of Florida College of Medicine
- 2015 - 2017
ChairAgeWell Quality Assurance and Performance, Baptist Health
- 2012 - 2017
MemberClinical Advisory Counsel, AgeWell Institute, Baptist Health
- 2009 - 2012
ChairEthnogeriatrics Special Interest Group, American Geriatrics Society
- 2008 - 2012
MemberAmerican Geriatrics Society
- 2008 - 2012
MemberEthnogeriatrics Committee, American Geriatrics Society
- 2007 - 2012
MemberBC & BS Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee, University of Alabama School of Medicine
- 2006 - 2012
MemberGeriatric/Palliative Education Core Committee, University of Alabama School of Medicine
- 2006 - 2007
ChairDementia Section, Geriatric Fellowship Committee, University of Alabama School of Medicine
- 2002 - 2012
MemberProfessional Enrichment Program, University of Alabama School of Medicine
- 2002 - 2012
MemberMinority Medical Education Committee, University of Alabama School of Medicine
- 2002 - 2012
MemberGeriatric Fellowship Steering Committee, University of Alabama School of Medicine
- 1995 - present
MemberAmerican Academy of Family Physicians
Publications