About Dr. Gardner

A Physician Who Sees the Whole Person

Dr. Gardner has practiced endocrinology, internal medicine, and psychiatry since 1960. His dual specialization enables him to identify hormone-related or metabolic factors that contribute to mood, anxiety, or fatigue.

His patients don’t need to consult multiple doctors. He invests 70 minutes in new evaluations to understand your full health history before recommending lab testing or treatment.

How He Works:

1. Comprehensive Evaluation

   A 70-minute intake gathers your medical, mental health, and endocrine background. Lab tests are ordered only if relevant.

2. Ongoing Care

   Medication follow-ups are brief and efficient (25 minutes, max). Visit frequency is tailored to your clinical needs.

3. Telehealth Care

   Patients across California can connect online through Dr. Gardner’s tele-health portal..

4. Privacy First

   The private-pay model means your treatment stays between you and Dr. Gardner. No third-party access to notes or records are available.

"Dr. Gardner, I sincerely appreciate and thank you for identifying the underlying problems that created so many challenges for me. I feel much better now."

—ETB

Insurance: We don’t accept insurance assignment, but we provide our patients with statements to send to their insurance carrier for possible out-of-network coverage.

Out of State Patients: According to state law, out-of-state patients must meet with Dr. Gardner while they are in the state, although this meeting can occur online. Dr. Gardner apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. Dr. Gardner maintains offices in both San Diego and Santa Rosa, California. All patient appointments are conducted through his tele-health portal. Contact Vanessa for scheduling.