Marie Dardeno, DO
Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
Family Medicine Residency: Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency
Originally from the Boston area, Dr. Marie Dardeno moved to Vermont, where she studied anthropology and conducted undergraduate research at the University of Vermont. Inspired both by her volunteer work in Ghana and by her own experiences as a patient of an osteopathic physician, she chose to pursue a career in osteopathic medicine. Dr. Dardeno earned her medical degree from the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine in Biddeford, Maine, and completed family medicine residency at the Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency in Augusta. Following residency, she spent five years practicing in Falmouth, Maine, with a focus on osteopathic manipulative treatment and integrative medicine. She is now pursuing ONMM3 residency training at Maine-Dartmouth to further deepen her expertise in osteopathic manipulative medicine and expand her ability to care for patients through a comprehensive, hands-on approach.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Dardeno enjoys hiking, gardening, traveling, and spending time outdoors.
Samantha Leung, DO
Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine
Family Medicine Residency: Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency
Pronouns: she/her
Dr. Samantha Leung, a native Floridian, earned her undergraduate degree in microbiology and cell sciences from the University of Florida. She went on to receive a master’s degree in medical sciences from the University of South Florida, followed by her medical degree from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine in Bradenton, Florida. During medical school, Samantha worked with underserved communities as a secretary and member of D.O. More Jacksonville. She also worked with young athletes with disabilities as a TOPSoccer Buddy to provide a supportive environment that encouraged the joys of soccer. As a strong advocate for osteopathic manipulative treatment, she looks forward to continuing to serve the Maine community while pursuing ONMM training at Maine-Dartmouth. Samantha’s medical interests include osteopathic manipulative medicine, chronic disease care, and preventative medicine to promote patient focused care. In her free time, Dr. Leung enjoys playing the violin, video games, drawing, and spending time with her family.