Deanna J. Banuskevich, MSN, APRN

Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (DHMC) and its associated clinics are renowned healthcare providers in northern New England, recognized for their commitment to comprehensive health services, including specialized centers for cancer, children's health, and hypertension. With a focus on community outreach and population health, they strive to improve lives through innovative medical research, patient education, and exceptional care delivery. The center has received numerous accolades, including recognition as Comprehensive Hypertension Centers by the AHA and being listed among America's Greatest Workplaces for Parents and Families by Newsweek. DHMC continues to advance its mission with a dedication to belonging, leadership development, and the ongoing pursuit of excellence in healthcare. Generated from the website

As a board-certified rheumatologist who sees both adult and pediatric patients, I have a broad range of expertise in rheumatic diseases, including lupus, vasculitis, gout and rheumatoid arthritis. My research interests are similarly broad and primarily concern epidemiology and health services research through my appointment in the Dartmouth Institute for Health Policy and Clinical Practice. I spend a lot of time with each patient so that I can fully understand why they’ve come to see me. I take my patients’ problems seriously and never dismiss their issues. I use the information I gather through testing, examination, and discussion to offer options for treatment that will best address the patient’s condition and meet their goals. I enjoy the intellectual challenge of rheumatology and I like working with people. Working directly with patients is the most rewarding aspect of my job.

As a vascular surgeon, it’s essential to develop a strong relationship with my patients. I aim to understand their unique situations, provide education, and identify goals. Vascular surgeons reduce future risks, improve quality of life, and address dangerous diseases. We do this using lifestyle modification, medical therapy, minimally-invasive procedures, and surgery. Working together with our patients, we identify the best care plan to help them reach their goals.