I watched my father deliver babies, help his older patients age with dignity, and care for the people of our small town for all their years in between. I was inspired by his passion for his work, and I knew I wanted a career working with people in a meaningful way. The most rewarding part of my work is the... Read More about Peter M. Loescher, MD

I joined the Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine team at Dartmouth Health because I wanted to work with people and have a meaningful impact in their lives. I enjoy orthopaedic sports medicine because it allows me to help restore my patients' function after an injury. Getting my patients back to their active lifestyle is the number one goal for myself and... Read More about James B. Ames, MD, MS

I joined the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at DHMC because of its reputation for patient-centered care with an emphasis on shared decision making and attention to patient-reported outcomes. I truly believe that DHMC places patient needs above all other priorities and this matches my philosophy of care perfectly. By utilizing proven treatment methods and listening carefully to the individual needs... Read More about John-Erik Bell, MD

Dr. John Houde brings over 25 years of experience as a board-certified Orthopaedic Surgeon, and he specializes in general orthopaedics and sports medicine. He is a graduate of Dartmouth Medical School and completed his residency and fellowship at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. He also served in the U.S. Air Force as an Orthopaedic Surgeon. His... Read More about John P. Houde, MD