Mrs. Dena E Petersen MD
Family Practitioner
4574 N First Ave Suite 180 Tucson AZ, 85718About
Dr. Dena Petersen is a family practitioner practicing in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Petersen 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. Petersen 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.
Education and Training
Univ of Il Coll of Med, Chicago Il 1993
University of Illinois College of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
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- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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