Dr. Lesley Gardiner

Lesley Gardiner, MD

Lesley Gardiner, MD, PhD, FAAP is an assistant professor of Pediatrics in the department of Primary Care at Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Gardiner was awarded the Presidential scholarship for Texas A&M Corpus Christi, where she obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She then attended Texas A&M College of Medicine in College Station where she obtained her Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Dr. Gardiner received her PhD in systems biology and translational medicine for her work with Chronic Kidney Disease and metal toxicities.

Dr. Gardiner pursued her Pediatric Residency training at McLane Children’s Hospital Baylor Scott & White in Temple, Texas, where she served as Chief Pediatric Resident. She is a recipient of the “Gene Lawyer Award” given to the resident who “Best demonstrates the qualities of excellent patient management, clinical care, and advocacy for children”.

Dr. Gardiner is board-certified in Pediatrics and has served as a pediatrician in the Conroe area over the past 4 years, first at Texas Children’s Pediatrics and now at SHSU Physicians. Dr. Gardiner is passionate about serving children and their families. She believes that all children and families should be treated with respect, compassion, and kindness. She enjoys educating children and their families about their child’s health and encourages joint decision making as she sees her role with families as a partnership.

As a mother of 3, Dr. Gardiner understands firsthand the challenges and joys of being a parent and wants to support both children and their families as they navigate childhood and adolescence while promoting health and wellbeing.

Dr. Gardiner enjoys traveling, hiking, dance, and hosting events for family and friends.