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Dr. Scott Peterson, DO, Trauma Surgeon
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Dr. Scott Peterson, DO

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5/5(1)
3000 Herring Ave Waco TX, 76708
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Dr. Scott Peterson is a general surgeon practicing in Waco, TX. Dr. Peterson 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. Peterson 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

AT Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree 1992

Board Certification

American Osteopathic Board of Surgery (AOBS)

Provider Details

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Professional Memberships

  • American Osteopathic Association  

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Osteopathic Association

Dr. Scott Peterson, DO's Practice location

Practice At 3000 Herring Ave

3000 Herring Ave -
Waco, TX 76708
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New patients: 254-757-2503

Practice At 100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd

100 Hillcrest Medical Blvd -
Woodway, TX 76712
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New patients: 979-691-3300, 254-202-5300

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Get to know Trauma Surgeon Dr. Scott Peterson, who serves patients in Waco, Texas.

A well-versed physician specializing in trauma surgery, Dr. Peterson is affiliated with Hillcrest Surgical Associates in Waco, Texas.

Beginning his professional pursuits, he earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from the AT Still University of Health Sciences Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1992. He then completed his residency in general surgery at Doctors Hospital North in 1997.

An active member of the American Osteopathic Association, the doctor is board-certified in general surgery by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery (AOBS). The AOBS is an organization that provides board certification to qualified Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine who specialize in the use of surgery to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Trauma surgery is a surgical specialty that utilizes both operative and non-operative management to treat traumatic injuries, typically in an acute setting. Trauma surgeons generally complete residency training in general surgery and often fellowship training in trauma or surgical critical care. They are responsible for treating bone fractures, cuts, internal injuries, burns, and shock. They also perform surgery to repair penetrating and blunt-force injuries.

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PROVIDENCE HEALTH CENTERl

6901 MEDICAL PARKWAY WACO TX 76712

Head northwest on North 30th Street 782 ft
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100 HILLCREST MEDICAL BLVD WACO TX 76712

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PROVIDENCE HEALTH CENTERl

6901 MEDICAL PARKWAY WACO TX 76712

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