Stephanie K. Ackerson, MSN, APRN

From my very first day on an OB/GYN rotation as a medical student, I knew this was the field for me! I can deliver babies, perform surgery and provide preventive health care to women. Every day is different and lets me interact with women in a positive way. In the years that I have worked at Dartmouth Health, I have been able to connect with so many women on a very personal level. This includes adolescents, women of childbearing age, pre-menopausal and menopausal women. As an obstetrician I have been present for the delivery of many babies and enjoy working with families as they welcome their new arrival. I provide care as both a preventive health care provider and as a specialist in OB/GYN problems. I work with maternal fetal medicine providers to care for high-risk patients. I also collaborate with specialty providers in gynecological oncology and urogynecology. I see patients in Nashua but also work one day a month in the Family Medicine office at Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics Merrimack. I am so fortunate to have met so many unique women, be a part of their lives, and support them during all the phases of their lives. When I’m not working, you can find me at the ski mountains with my family in the winter and working in the garden in the summer. I have been a beekeeper for many years to help my gardens thrive.

I believe medicine is the harmony of art and science. My philosophy of care is to help my patients find the optimal balance between mind and body well-being by integrating scientific, evidence-based medical information with each patient’s belief system and personal choices.

I’m thrilled to provide care in my home state of New Hampshire. As an orthopaedic physician assistant, I partner with and treat patients for musculoskeletal conditions. Thanks to my background in trauma surgery, I’m especially skilled at managing sudden injuries. I'm dedicated to helping patients heal. Whether they’re recovering from surgery, suffering from chronic conditions, or looking to optimize their health, my patients have my support. We’re a team. Together, we develop personalized treatment plans to address their unique needs. My goal is to return them to the activities they love.