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Dr. Ali Gardner

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Minneapolis, MN 8th Light
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
12 years at 8th Light
Connections
313
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 24,152 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Ali Gardner is one of them.
  • 447 Physician Assistants are based in MN (out of 29,924 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 12 contacts at 8th Light are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in MN: $110,000 – $165,000 (median $130,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in MN: Mayo Clinic (44), Twin Cities Orthopedics (22), Healthpartners (20).
  • 0% of Physician Assistants in MN hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 86% of Physician Assistants in MN have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Augsburg University
2014
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Bachelors
2004
Skills
Family Medicine Healthcare Urgent Care Endocrinology Community Outreach Nonprofits Program Development Grants Research Training Program Management Non Profits Grant Writing Volunteer Management Program Evaluation Hospitals Health Education Public Health Treatment Public Speaking
About 8th Light
Industry
Retail
Employees
1000 to 4999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
8thlight.com
Professional Overview

Dr. Ali Gardner is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with 8th Light, based in Minneapolis, MN. As a physician assistant, Dr. Gardner contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Minneapolis, MN. They have been with 8th Light for 12 years. Dr. Gardner holds academic credentials, including Bachelors, from Augsburg University and Minnesota State University Moorhead. Core competencies include Family Medicine, Healthcare, Urgent Care, Endocrinology, Community Outreach. 8th Light operates in the Retail sector with a workforce of 1000 to 4999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Minneapolis, MN healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting Physician Assistant

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Ali Gardner located?
Dr. Ali Gardner is based in Minneapolis, MN. They are currently affiliated with 8th Light.
What is Dr. Ali Gardner's specialty?
Dr. Ali Gardner specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Ali Gardner currently work?
Dr. Ali Gardner currently works at 8th Light. They have been there for 12 years.
What is Dr. Ali Gardner's educational background?
Dr. Ali Gardner attended Augsburg University and Minnesota State University Moorhead.
How do I contact Dr. Ali Gardner for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?
Recruiting physician assistants typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physician assistants across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in MN?
Physician Assistants in MN typically earn $110,000 to $165,000 annually, with a median of $130,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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