Dr. Sanderson is a native of Solano County. He graduated from UC Davis and then went on to receive his DDS degree from Georgetown University. He has been an established dentist in Dixon for many years.
He is a member of various professional dental organizations including ADA, CDA and Napa-Solano Dental Society. He is currently a trustee for both CDA and ADA. Dr. Sanderson was the chairman of CDA Cares, a free dental clinic in California in Solano County in 2014 and 2019.
Dr. Sanderson is also an active member of his community. During his time in Dixon, he has been a volunteer for Smile and Style and Migrant Education. He has been a member of the Dixon Rotary Club since 1988 where he held the office of President twice. He went on to be an area representative and assistant governor for the Rotary organization.