Dr. Richard Nils Peterson MD
Family Practitioner
2130 Lake Tahoe Blvd South Lake Tahoe CA, 96150About
Dr. Richard Peterson is a family practitioner practicing in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Dr. Peterson specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Peterson possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
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