Elizabeth B. Leatherman, MSN, APRN, CNL, FNP-BC

I believe in providing compassionate, respectful, and holistic care. My first goal is to help my patients feel at ease during their visit because I know it can be an intimidating experience.

I look at a patient’s orthopedic issue in the context of the rest of their life. Their background, their family history, and other medical conditions all give me a more complete picture of their condition. This helps me clearly explain their condition and choose treatment options that best fit their needs.

I enjoy working with patients of all ages, including children and adolescents. No matter who my patient is, I strive to present information in a way that’s easy to understand. I encourage my patients to take ownership of their health and the outcome of their treatment.

My goal is to help people return to their desired activities, whether that means being able to climb the stairs with ease, sleep at night without pain, or return to participating in marathons.

There is no higher purpose in life than to help others, especially when they are most vulnerable. I am honored that patients entrust their health and well-being to me.
Orthopaedics at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center
The Department of Orthopaedics wants to improve your quality of life and get you back to doing the things you enjoy most. Our team includes specialists in every area of orthopaedic medicine including:

Foot / Ankle Surgery
Hand / Wrist Surgery
Joint Replacement for Hip and Knee Arthritis
Orthopaedic Oncology
Pediatric Orthopaedics
Shoulder / Elbow Surgery
Spine Surgery / Back Pain
Sports Medicine
Trauma / Fracture Care

We work with you and your family to determine the best surgical or non-surgical treatment approach for you. Our goal is to provide the best results and help you achieve your goals.