P. James Sanchez

Undergraduate School

Davidson College, NC

Medical School

Washington University St. Louis of Medicine

Internship

Mercy Hospital St. Louis

Residency

Jules Stein Eye Institute, UCLA

Specialty

LASIK, corneal transplants, and complex cataract surgery

Other

Fellowship: Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery, Devers Eye Institute

Dr.  James Sanchez is known for his exceptional “bedside manner” and his ability to make every patient feel like they are his top priority. Bilingual in English and Spanish, he is deeply committed to serving New Mexico’s diverse community with clarity and compassion. Patients frequently praise him for being “humble and funny” while maintaining the highest level of surgical skill—some even travel from across the state just to stay under his care. He lives in Santa Fe with his wife and family.