Dr. Michael Theodore Peterson D.O.
Internist
Hc 1 Box 2170 Tafton PA, 18464About
Dr. Michael Peterson is an internist practicing in Tafton, PA. Dr. Peterson specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Peterson provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
A.T. Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine 1989
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- Herniated Disc
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)
- Vascular Disease
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