Summary

Dr. Ellen Sanders specializes in ophthalmology, bringing 22 years of experience to eye care medicine. She earned her medical degree from Wake Forest School of Medicine, where she developed her foundation in comprehensive eye health. Dr. Sanders is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations in their preferred language.

Dr. Sanders practices at ICON Eyecare in Grand Junction, Colorado, and maintains affiliations with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital. She focuses on treating common eye conditions including cataracts and dry eyes. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implant procedures, while she also provides comprehensive eye exams for routine and specialized care. Patients rate Dr. Sanders 3.5 out of 5 stars on average for her ophthalmology services.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Wake Forest School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner

Office Location

ICON Eyecare

1000 Wellington AveGrand Junction, CO 81501

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ellen Chance Sanders

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ellen Chance Sanders has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ellen Chance Sanders has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Sanders' NPI number is 1952586620.

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Dr. Ellen Sanders is affiliated with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Ellen Sanders speak?
Dr. Ellen Sanders speaks English and Spanish.
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