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Dr. Peter W Zimmer M.D.

Surgeon

4/5(39)
6071 E Woodmen Rd #340 Colorado Springs CO, 80923
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Peter Zimmer is a general surgeon practicing in Colorado Springs, CO. Dr. Zimmer specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Zimmer provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.

Education and Training

Univ of Co Sch of Med, Denver Co 1993

University Of Colorado School Of Medicine 1993

Board Certification

SurgeryAmerican Board of SurgeryABS

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 24 years of experience

Treatments

  • Gallstones
  • Pain
  • Hernia
  • Umbilical Hernia
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Vascular Disease

Dr. Peter W Zimmer M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 6071 E Woodmen Rd #340

6071 E Woodmen Rd #340 -
Colorado Springs, CO 80923
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New patients: 307-773-2758, 719-591-8100
Fax: 719-591-8101

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Patient Experience with Dr. Zimmer


4.0

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Dr. Peter W Zimmer M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 39 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Surgeon in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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