As a board-certified orthopedic trauma surgeon, Dr. Gardner provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment in central Illinois of fractures in the pelvis and acetabulum (hip socket), as well as treatment of complex fractures and fractures that do not heal (nonunions, malunions), fragility fractures and periprosthetic fractures.

Dr. Gardner specializes in the anterior approach to hip replacement surgery, a newer surgical technique that accesses the hip joint from the front rather than the side or back. For some patients, this approach may support a faster early recovery and a lower risk of hip dislocation after surgery.

Dr. Gardner provides pelvic fracture treatment with a new device called the CurvaFix® IM Implant, which was cleared for use by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) in 2019. The CurvaFix is the first implant specifically designed for use in the curved bones of the pelvis.

Dr. Gardner also offers Transverse Tibial Bone Transport (TTT) to patients seeking care for chronic diabetic foot wounds and limb-threatening ischemia, an advanced limb-salvage procedure designed to improve blood flow and promote healing. This innovative technique stimulates the body's natural ability to form new blood vessels, helping improve circulation, support wound healing and reduce the risk of amputation.

Following his medical education at SIU School of Medicine, Dr. Gardner completed his orthopedic surgery residency at the University Of Kansas School Of Medicine in Wichita. His fellowship orthopedic trauma surgery training was completed at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA.

Top 10% Patient Experience

This provider ranks in the top 10% nationally in patient experience, based on scores from the "Care Provider Overall" question on surveys completed with Press Ganey.