Elias Sanchez
MD
Dr Sanchez grew up in Northern California in the San Francisco Bay Area. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Biology at Cal State University, Hayward.
He completed his medical education at the University of California, Davis, School of Medicine. His training in Family Medicine was completed at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center-Family Medicine Residency Program.
After completing residency he stayed on at ARMC as an Associate Clinical Professor for 2 years. He now is in Private Practice at Lumina Family Care in Riverside, California.
Dr. Sanchez enjoys caring for the whole Family. He practices an integrative medical approach to health care. He uses medicine along with nutrition to treat many disorders.
Dr. Sanchez believes that communication is key to the doctor patient relationship. Only through communication and education, can patients understand their own path to good health.
Mary Barba
FNP - C
Mary is a Riverside native who is wholeheartedly dedicated to this community. She received both her Undergraduate degree and Nursing License from the local California Baptist University. At Riverside Community Hospital, she began her career and worked for 3 years in the Cardiology unit. Soon after, Mary found her passion for family medicine. Here at Orangecrest, she is a Family Nurse Practitioner and has remained steadfast at this practice for over 10 years.
Patients love her for her sense of humor, attention to detail, and ability to listen. She’s looking forward to seeing you soon!
Ann Minard
PA - C
Ann Minard grew up in Orange County, but has lived in Riverside for over 50 years. Being both a mom and grandma, she is deeply connected to her family and their home in the IE community. Ann is a graduate of the Riverside County Regional Medical Center/Riverside Community College Physician Assistant Program. She received her Bachelors degree from Western Health University/Cal State Dominguez Hills in Physician Assistant Studies/Health Sciences.
Ann has her Masters Degree from Nebraska University. She is a member of the California Association of Physician Assistants and the American Academy of Physician Assistants.
Patients love Ann because of her sincerity, directness, and commitment to patient care.
Liana Marino
PA - C
Liana Marino is originally from El Salvador, but grew up in the greater Los Angeles area. She graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelors of Science in Biological Sciences. She received her Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from Loma Linda University. Liana is a member of the California Association of Physician Assistants.
Being bilingual, the importance of patient advocacy and representation mean a great deal to her.