Gardner, Todd S APN

Dartmouth Health is a comprehensive healthcare network that encompasses multiple facilities, including Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Dartmouth Cancer Center, and Dartmouth Health Children's. The organization is dedicated to providing high-quality medical services and promoting patient wellness through community outreach, research, and a commitment to inclusivity. Recognized for its excellence in specialized care, Dartmouth Health has received numerous accolades and certifications, including being designated as Comprehensive Hypertension Centers by the American Heart Association. The network prioritizes innovation and has been acknowledged as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families, underscoring its support for both patients and healthcare professionals. Generated from the website

As a pediatric surgeon, I care for children in a family-centered, respectful, and age-appropriate environment. I emphasize child-centered communication. The child's well-being is always at the center of my care. I ensure that my patients and their parents or guardians understand and agree with every step of the process and care plan. I enjoy working collaboratively with children, their families, and their care team. As a team, we care for children of all ages with many types of surgical problems. We've treated premature children who weighed less than a pound and teenagers who were taller than the surgeons. I also have a special interest in surgical oncology and trauma, which both involve collaborating with many different team members. Ultimately, my goal is a smiling child with a happy family. It is an honor to take care of children. Receiving parents' trust to operate on their child is a significant responsibility and gift.

Communication can be our greatest asset in providing the best possible care. Talking about a persons lifestyle and the activities they do for fun is important. This conversation directs the course of treatment and determines the goals we create together. Orthopedics is rewarding for both my patients and me. I enjoy watching my patients improvements as we work together to progress through a treatment plan.