Dr. Russell S Petersen MD
Anesthesiologist
5171 S Cottonwood St Ste 810 Salt Lake City UT, 84107About
Dr. Russell Petersen is an anesthesiologist practicing in Salt Lake City, UT. Dr. Petersen ensures the safety of patients who are about to undergo surgery. Anestesiologists specialize in general anesthesia, which will (put the patient to sleep), sedation, which will calm the patient or make him or her unaware of the situation, and regional anesthesia, which just numbs a specific part of the body. As an anesthesiologist, Dr. Petersen also might help manage pain after an operation.
Education and Training
Univ of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut 1990
Board Certification
AnesthesiologyAmerican Board of AnesthesiologyABA
Provider Details
Dr. Russell S Petersen MD's Practice location
Dr David K Ryser, MD
5171 S Cottonwood St Ste 810 -Salt Lake City, UT 84107Get Direction
Dr. Russell S Petersen MD's reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
![]()
Lifestyle Changes to Deal with InsomniaSleep is a way for the body to recuperate itself and revive from the entire day’s tired schedule. Sleeping is one of the most crucial functions of the body, and getting a good night’s sleep helps one to carry on their everyday functions normally. Even one day of disturbed sleep can leave you...
![]()
What Are the Benefits of Kettlebell Workouts?Kettlebell exercises are one of the most popular fitness trends since it is accessible and more practical than other programs. It is equally beneficial to an athlete and to the common man who is trying to burn more calories or become more fit. With the help of a good instructor or trainer one can...
![]()
What Is the Epiglottis?What is Epiglottis?Epiglottis is a elastic flap of tissue that is shaped like a thin leaf and situated at the root of the tongue. It protects the opening between the vocal cords, known as the entrance of the glottis. Epiglottis is covered with mucous membrane, which is a yellow elastic cartilage...
![]()
What Are the Risks of Laminectomy?Your doctor will first attempt to give you other alternative treatments before recommending surgery. If your back pain still persists after treatment, your doctor may suggest for surgery as one of the solutions. Laminectomy is the most probable surgical procedure that you will have to undergo.Facts...
![]()
Recovery After a LaminectomyLaminectomy is a surgical procedure done for the removal of the lamina, bone spurs, and ligaments that may be putting pressure on your spinal nerves and causing lower back pain. The procedure is said to be one of the most commonly performed back surgeries. Below is a detailed information on what...
![]()
Different Types of Physicians ExplainedDoctors or physicians are categorized according to different factors including medical specialties and subspecialties. Most doctors specialize in a specific area of medicine. This article provides a summary of the different types of doctors in the medical field. AllergistsAllergists are also...
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Cardin H. Bell M.D.3580 W 9000 S WEST JORDAN UT 84088![]()
Dr. Natalia Alexandrovna Piper M.D.10150 Centennial Pkwy Sandy UT 84070![]()
Dr. Stephen R Shuput MD400 C ST SALT LAKE CITY UT 84143![]()
Dr. William A Shakespeare MD5121 S COTTONWOOD STREET MURRAY UT 84157![]()
Dr. Ben James Howard DO1050 E South Temple Salt Lake City UT 84102![]()
Dr. Michael Alan Ashburn MD, MPH1142 W 2320 S Salt Lake City UT 84119
Nearest Hospitals
INTERMOUNTAIN MEDICAL CENTERl
5121 SOUTH COTTONWOOD STREET MURRAY UT 84107THE ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALTY HOSPITALl
5848 SOUTH 300 EAST MURRAY UT 84107