Dr. James Gardner, MD

I had a consultation with Dr. Gardner two weeks ago. I went due to concerns about a drastic thinning of my face after a rapid weight loss that was caused by an illness. He spent a great amount of time with me explaining my options. I never felt rushed as he was patient and thorough in answering all of my questions. I went back in two days later and took my husband with me. I had an injection planned (unrelated to my facial thinning concerns). Dr. Gardner went through my options for the facial thinning again for my husband to hear which was so kind. I was extremely impressed at how knowledgeable he was when I told him about my immunocompromised immune system, and he explained what my options would and would not be. This showed me he is not only amazing in his practice of plastic surgery, but he cares about knowing the patient and keeping them safe.

During my routine mammogram, it was discovered one implant had ruptured. During my initial visit, he gave me four choices: remove, replace with new implants, breast lift or transference of fat to my breast. I am 61 years old and didn't want to put my body through any unnecessary procedure, so I chose explant. My surgery was exactly one week ago, and I never had to take one pain killer, and the scar is almost invisible, and I am able to resume most of my daily activities. Dr. Gardner and his entire staff are extremely professional, and I would highly recommend him. If I had one critique it may be that he doesn't have the warmest bedside manner, but honestly, that doesn't matter, his work makes up for everything. I would also like to extend gratitude to everyone at Overlook Hospital in Summit, they were top notch

I could not have asked for a better experience with Dr. Gardener, his staff, and the surgical center. Dr. Gardener took his time to really listen and answer questions to ensure I chose an outcome that would fit my lifestyle as well as the aesthetics I was looking for. He far exceeded my expectations and I am thrilled with the result. He was there every step of the way during the recovery process and it was evident that he always has the well-being of the patient as a top priority.

I went to Dr. Gardner on my physician's recommendation for a breast reduction surgeon. He was wonderful, professional at all times and took time to answer my questions. I would recommend him and his staff highly.

He is the best dr ever he When I didn’t feel ok i call his office not even 2 minutes he call me from the airport and he asked me to go to the er than he call the hospital before I arrived the minute i came they took me and they did everything he asked them after he arrived he call the hospital and make shore im fine I wish all the doctors like him he is number one for me even the girls in his office they soo nice

We have been fortunate enough to have Dr Gardner take care of a few different medical concerns within our family in the last 10+ years. He has the most kind, calm and gentle bedside manner and extremely attentive with his follow-up. Top notch results. Family (has come from out of state to use him) and friends that we have referred to him, cannot praise him enough.

Dr. Gardner is an amazing doctor- he has a wonderful bed side manner, very confident and makes you feel comfortable. I love his office staff they are all wonderful, professional and caring.. I highly recommend Dr. Gardner.

He did my double mastectomy and it turned out terrible, I went back to Him and he said "yes that's not one of my better work" had every excuse and then asked him to fix a certain part and still wanted to charge me and then he did not take insurance. I don't even look at my self. He could of at least did the Areola to make me feel more like a women but again only if I paid. And admitting not his best work would not recommend him.

The absolute best! Always takes the best care of me. I can talk to him on a personal level and feel comfortable with him.

Very professional and down to earth.

Have not only seen Dr. Gardner for myself for couple of different procedures, but also have referred him to a few friends that were equally greatly satisfied with his work. An extremely ethical and excellent human being, He exceeded my expectations for the results of my surgery. His staff is equally caring for the patients that come to his care.

He is a horrible doctor, person and human being. Total lack of respect, gave me false hope on my outcome. Made false statements in my records and too me personally. The only staffer that is pleasant is Marie. When I had a concern about my level of pain he was dismissive and practically insinuated that I had a addiction to pain killers. He has a God like personality, never warm or caring. He came highly recommend, when I first met him I did like him. I sucked it up because I was told he was

Dr. Gardner performed my double mastectomy and reconstruction in 2015. The results were wonderful. He and his staff were very comforting and caring. I highly recommend him.

I was born with one breast two cup sizes bigger than the other, and grew up to be so self conscious with a twist in my posture to conceal the unevenness. At 17, I had a consultation with Dr. Gardner, while I was still in the skeptical/stubborn mindset of wanting a natural non surgical solution. Within minutes, he answered all my fears with a calming confidence. We decided on a right saline breast implant with a left nipple lift and I could not be happier with the result. You can't even tell!

Had Breast reconstruction and tummy tuck. I was afraid at first about the surgery and what I would look like after. But Dr Gardner made me and my husband very comfortable on what my choices where. Dr Gardner, his office staff and the nurses and techs at Overlook hospital treated me with the up most respect. Thank you Dr Gardner for your great work.