Name: Dr. Sara S. Sanders,

Specialty: Geriatric Medicine (General Geriatrics)

Qualification/Board Certification: MD – University of Mississippi School of Medicine; Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine – University of Mississippi Medical Center; MS State Medical License (Active through 2026)

Affiliation(s): Mississippi Baptist Medical Center | University of Mississippi Medical Center | Medical Foundation of Central Mississippi, Inc.

Locations (City/State): Jackson, Mississippi

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1477783850

About the Doctor

Dr. Sara S. Sanders is a fellowship-trained geriatrician based in Jackson, Mississippi, with 11 to 20 years of experience specializing in the comprehensive medical care of older adults. She earned her medical degree from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine and completed both her Internal Medicine Residency (2009–2012) and her Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine (2012–2013) at the University of Mississippi Medical Center — one of Mississippi’s most prominent academic medical institutions. This specialized training equips her with deep expertise in the complex, multifaceted health needs of elderly patients, including the management of chronic disease, cognitive decline, polypharmacy, mobility issues, and age-related conditions.

Dr. Sanders currently practices at Medical Foundation of Central Mississippi, Inc., a multispecialty group practice located at 1200 North State Street in Jackson, alongside specialists in cardiology, neurology, vascular surgery, radiology, and family medicine. She is affiliated with two of Mississippi’s most respected hospitals — Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, ranked #1 in Mississippi, and University of Mississippi Medical Center. Dr. Sanders has demonstrated above-average treatment volumes in chronic hypertension, coronary artery disease, high cholesterol, and diabetes compared to the Mississippi state average, reflecting her strong expertise in managing the chronic cardiovascular and metabolic conditions most prevalent among elderly patients. She accepts Medicare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Blue Cross, Elevance, and United Healthcare, and is currently welcoming new patients.

Highlights at a glance:

• 11–20 years of experience in geriatric medicine
• Fellowship-trained in Geriatric Medicine at University of Mississippi Medical Center
• Internal Medicine Residency at University of Mississippi Medical Center
• Above-average treatment volumes in hypertension, coronary artery disease, high cholesterol, and diabetes in Mississippi
• Affiliated with Mississippi Baptist Medical Center — ranked #1 in Mississippi
• Part of a multispecialty group practice at Medical Foundation of Central Mississippi, Inc.
• Accepts Medicare and Medicaid along with multiple major commercial insurance plans
• Active Mississippi State Medical License through 2026
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

• Medical School: University of Mississippi School of Medicine
• Residency: Internal Medicine – University of Mississippi Medical Center (2009–2012)
• Fellowship: Geriatric Medicine (Internal Medicine) – University of Mississippi Medical Center (2012–2013)

Medical Conditions Treated

• Chronic hypertension and cardiovascular disease in the elderly
• Coronary artery disease and ischemic heart disease
• Type 2 diabetes and metabolic disorders
• High cholesterol and hyperlipidemia
• Arthritis and osteoarthritis
• Osteoporosis and fall-related fractures
• Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
• Mild cognitive impairment and memory disorders
• Parkinson’s disease and movement disorders
• Depression and anxiety in older adults
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Kidney disease and chronic kidney conditions
• Urinary incontinence and bladder disorders
• Malnutrition and nutritional deficiencies in the elderly
• Polypharmacy and adverse medication effects
• Balance disorders and fall prevention
• Skin conditions and pressure ulcers in elderly patients
• Thyroid disorders

Medical Procedures Performed

• Comprehensive geriatric assessments (CGA)
• Cognitive and dementia screenings (Mini-Mental State Exam, MoCA)
• Fall risk assessment and prevention planning
• Medication review and polypharmacy management
• Chronic disease monitoring and long-term medication management
• Functional and mobility assessments
• Depression and anxiety screenings in older adults
• Nutritional assessments and dietary counseling
• Preventive health screenings (cholesterol, blood pressure, diabetes, cancer)
• Advance care planning and goals-of-care discussions
• Referral coordination with specialists (cardiology, neurology, orthopedics)
• Care transitions and discharge planning coordination
• Immunizations and preventive vaccinations for seniors
• Osteoporosis evaluation and DEXA scan referrals
• Incontinence evaluation and management

Serviءces Offered

Dr. Sanders provides a full range of geriatric medicine services tailored to the unique and complex health needs of older adults. Her practice is grounded in a whole-person, age-sensitive approach that considers not only physical health but also cognitive function, mental well-being, social circumstances, and quality of life. She works collaboratively within a multispecialty team to ensure that her elderly patients receive the most comprehensive and coordinated care possible.

Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment:

Dr. Sanders conducts thorough geriatric evaluations that assess an older patient’s medical conditions, medications, cognitive status, functional ability, nutritional health, and social support systems. These assessments form the foundation of individualized care plans designed to optimize health outcomes and independence.

Chronic Disease Management:

With above-average expertise in managing hypertension, coronary artery disease, diabetes, and high cholesterol in the elderly, Dr. Sanders develops long-term, age-appropriate treatment strategies that account for the unique physiological changes of aging. She carefully balances medication regimens to maximize effectiveness while minimizing the risks of adverse drug interactions.

Cognitive & Memory Care:

Dr. Sanders evaluates and manages patients with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and mild cognitive impairment, providing diagnostic clarity, family counseling, and treatment planning to support both patients and their caregivers through the progression of cognitive decline.

Fall Prevention & Mobility: Recognizing that falls are a leading cause of injury and hospitalization in older adults, Dr. Sanders conducts structured fall risk assessments and develops individualized prevention strategies, including medication adjustments, physical therapy referrals, and environmental modification recommendations.

Advance Care Planning:

Dr. Sanders engages patients and families in meaningful conversations about future healthcare preferences, helping establish advance directives, goals of care, and end-of-life planning that reflect each patient’s values and wishes.

Services at a glance:

• Comprehensive geriatric evaluations and assessments
• Chronic disease management (hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, cholesterol)
• Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis and management
• Cognitive and memory screening
• Fall risk assessment and prevention planning
• Polypharmacy review and medication management
• Osteoporosis evaluation and fracture prevention
• Nutritional assessment and dietary counseling
• Depression and anxiety screening and management
• Urinary incontinence evaluation and treatment
• Advance care planning and goals-of-care discussions
• Preventive screenings and senior wellness care
• Immunizations and vaccinations for older adults
• Coordination with cardiology, neurology, and other specialists
• Care transition planning and discharge coordination

Accepted Insurances

• Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama – EPO
• Cigna – PPO
• CMS Medicare – Medicare
• Elevance (formerly Anthem) – EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO
• Humana – Medicare, PPO
• United Healthcare – HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO

Please contact the practice directly to confirm your specific plan is accepted before scheduling an appointment.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 1200 North State Street, Suite 500, Jackson, MS 39216 Phone: (601) 352-2273

Hospital Affiliations

• Mississippi Baptist Medical Center — Jackson, MS (Ranked #1 in Mississippi)
• University of Mississippi Medical Center — Jackson, MS