Dr. Laura Dart
Meet Dr. Dart
It is a great honor to be able to provide pediatric care to all families. I really knew Peds was for me when I found myself drawn to the ‘baby team’ during deliveries in medical school, instead of my assigned OB rotation; prior to that, I refereed kindergarten soccer games, and taught swimming lessons. I grew up in the Midwest (Go Hawkeyes!), but was drawn to Oregon in medical training and have made my home here.
Special Interests
Health Equity
Gender-affirming care
Newborn care
Pediatrics is about partnering with children and their families throughout their childhood, and providing guidance regarding physical, physiological, and psychological health to optimize healing. There is no greater privilege than being a part of this relationship. I have had the opportunity to care for many medically and socially complex patients, and have been a part of a city-wide collaboration to optimize care for kids involved in the child welfare system.
When I’m not in the office, you can find me exploring the Pacific Northwest with my husband and two Boston terriers, Ruby Meatball and Lily Biscuit, exercising, creating/crafting, and finding new ways to make my friends and family laugh.
Certifications and Education
Education & Residency
- Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Science in Biology; University of Iowa
- Medical School: Doctorate of Medicine, University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille A. Carver College of Medicine, 2015
- Pediatric Residency: Oregon Health & Science University, School of Medicine, 2018
Certifications
Certified – American Board of Pediatrics