Colleen Lance, MD
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Colleen G. Lance, MD is a staff physician in the Sleep Disorders Center in the Neurological Institute, Cleveland Clinic. She serves as Medical Director for the Cleveland Clinic-Hillcrest Hospital sleep laboratory.
Dr. Lance earned her medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. She completed Internal Medicine residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, including a year as Chief Medical Resident. After practicing internal medicine in private practice and as a hospitalist, she returned for fellowship in Sleep Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center. During her fellowship, she received the Founder’s Award from the Southern Sleep Society for her research in sleep disordered breathing in bariatric patients. She is board certified in Sleep Medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Sleep Medicine.
Dr. Lance has practiced sleep medicine since 2001, including experience at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center and the Memorial Hermann Hospital System in Houston, Texas. She has been an active member of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and is currently serving on the Payor Policy and Review Committee. Also, she served as the President of the Texas Society of Sleep Professionals for 2 years. Her passions include the treatment of complex sleep disordered breathing, particularly with non-invasive ventilation for which she has lectured both regionally and nationally. She is currently working on research projects in sleep apnea in relation to male fertility, and the use of commercial sleep monitoring devices in the oncology patient population.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2018
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Sleep Medicine
Houston,
TX USA
2003
Residency - University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Chief Medical Resident - Internal Medicine
Houston,
TX USA
1998
Residency - University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Internal Medicine
Houston,
TX USA
1997
Medical Education - Baylor College of Medicine
Houston,
TX USA
1994
Undergraduate - Baylor University
Waco,
TX USA
1990
Certifications
- Internal Medicine - Sleep Medicine
- - Sleep Medicine
- - Sleep Medicine
Research & Publications
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As of 12/20/2022, Dr. Lance has reported the financial relationships with the companies listed below. In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
Consulting and/or Speaking. Dr. Lance receives fees of $5,000 or more per year (or, in rare cases, equity or stock options) as a paid consultant, speaker or as a member of an advisory committee for the following companies:
- SomnoMed, Inc.
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95 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Explains | 4.8 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
31 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on May 9, 2023
Dr Lance is wonderful. She is easy to talk to and is always caring. She explains everything well and is always helpful with all of my questions.
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2023
Dr. Lance has been wonderful! Nothing but good vibes.
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2023
Dr Lance is a very caring doctor. She is easy to talk with and she has a great deal of concern for my issue.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2023
Dr. Lance is knowledgeable, personable, and caring. She gave me a thorough evaluation, and exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend her to anyone struggling with a sleep disorder.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2023
Always a great appointment with her .
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2023
Dr Lance is very knowledgeable and interested in your experience and treatment like her a lot!
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2023
Love doc lance
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2023
It has been a pleasure and much improvement in my cpap status since meeting Dr. Lance.
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2023
Dr Lance is exceptional in all areas. She is always focused on you with the utmost care and concern. She listens so intently and is always thoughtful and conscientious in her decisions for my care.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2023
I know that when someone marks all "5's" it is easy to assume that person is not taking time to seriously evaluate the questions but that is not the case. Dr. Lance was prepared for my visit and we addressed my questions and issues with ease and completeness.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2023
She has a great personality and asked good questions.
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2023
Dr. Lance was so awesome. She explained everything. She took her time with me.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2023
Dr Lance outstanding
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2023
She was so thorough, clear, and welcoming of my concerns and questions
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2023
Great physician! Wish there was better availability for apts.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2023
Dr. Lance is an exceptional physician!
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2022
Very good doctor. Very proactive and very interested in my well being and health.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2022
Dr Lance is one of the finest medical professionals I have ever worked with. She listens and analyzes in such a thoughtful and caring way. She really thinks through the situation and includes me in the decision process.
Reviewed on Oct 26, 2022
I feel very lucky to have Dr. Lance as a caregiver.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2022
I was pleased with the telehealth video conference. Dr. Lance was very thorough in her explanation of my health issue.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2022
Very helpful and showed concern. Even tried to arrange a primary care physician for me. I wish she did family care she would definitely be my first choice.
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2022
Compassionate efficient professional and caring---a perfect doctor!
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2022
Dr Lance is a knowledgeable, compassionate and caring doctor.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2022
Dr Lance and her staff are outstanding and among the best that I have ever worked with.
Reviewed on Aug 24, 2022
She is absolutely fantastic. The most kind and attentive doctor I have ever known.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2022
Originally tried for another doctor but would have to wait 6 months for an in-person appt. Dr Lance was available on Zoom in two weeks. I opted for Dr Lance and was not disappointed.
Reviewed on Jun 29, 2022
Dr Lance has Zoom consulting down to a T.
Reviewed on Jun 28, 2022
Excellent experience. Dr. Lance asked me a lot of questions to try and get to root cause options on next steps.
Reviewed on Jun 21, 2022
We were both a little unsure of the purpose for the appointment (it was recommended upon discharge from the hospital,) but she took the time to explore the possible reasons.
Reviewed on May 18, 2022
Dr Lance is caring, compassionate and very knowledgeable. She is exactly the physician I need for my situation.
Reviewed on May 18, 2022
All the staff and physicians are extremely helpful and caring.