Penny J. Sawyer, RN

Vascular surgery allows me to form long-term relationships with my patients. Although I perform surgeries, much of my work also involves working with patients to treat chronic diagnoses, such as diabetes and coronary heart disease. I enjoy talking with my patients to help them understand their diagnosis and treatment options and to learn what matters most to them. I try to clearly explain the risks of benefits of potential treatments. Together we decide on a treatment plan that focuses on their goals and value system. I am also sensitive to the needs and input of my patients' family members. As the patient's primary support system, they can help patients with their treatment plans at home. They can also notice early warning signs of problems. I do everything I can to make sure that everyone is comfortable with the treatment plan.

Lindsay M. Benton, MSN, APRN, is a dedicated pediatric nurse practitioner specializing in general pediatrics and primary care, with a focus on newborn and adolescent care. She joined Dartmouth Health in 2018 and is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics in Concord, NH. Her educational background includes a Master of Science in Nursing from Boston College's Connell School of Nursing, where she graduated in 2018. Lindsay is board certified as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, demonstrating her commitment to providing high-quality healthcare for children. Generated from the website

My goal is to provide compassionate and non-judgmental care that empowers adolescents and adults to make healthy decisions regarding their sexual, gynecological and reproductive health. I am honored to help women and families have the birth experience they want. Attending births and witnessing the start of a new life—as well as the birth of parents—is awe-inspiring and keeps me motivated to provide the best care for my patients.