Orthopedics: Arthroscopic Surgery, Sports medicine, Minimally Invasive Joint Replacement, ACL repair, and more.
Sioux Falls, SD
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.8
616 Ratings
219 Comments
Dr. Erik D. Peterson is a fellowship-trained arthroscopic and sports medicine surgeon. He routinely treats injuries of the shoulder, hip, and knee with minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques. His extensive arthroscopic experience will allow rapid recovery for the elite athlete or weekend warrior.
Dr. Erik D. Peterson is a fellowship-trained arthroscopic and sports medicine surgeon. He routinely treats injuries of the shoulder, hip, and knee with minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques. His extensive arthroscopic experience will allow rapid recovery for the elite athlete or weekend warrior.
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He is amazing doctor who cares about his patients
(3 days ago)
Nov-2025
Was amazing and explained he wouldn't put anything in your body he wouldn't put in his.
(1 week ago)
Nov-2025
Great Dr. Does a wonderful job. Listens to my questions
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Our visit with Dr. Peterson was exceptional! He was thorough and knowledgeable on his care, delivered a detailed explanation of the healing, and was very positive, friendly, and helpful! He answered our questions and the visit was seamless. I would definitely recommend Dr. Peterson.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Excellent, caring and certainly has the best service to his patients.
(3 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Best Doctor
(1 month ago)
Oct-2025
Combined personal professionalism with a nice easy way about him. everyone got me in quickly and took care of me. Thanks so much.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Extremely knowledgeable and talented at being able to make accurate diagnosis and provide treatment options.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Went in a s shot in my left knee. Dr. Peterson was efficient, pleasant, and thorough. I appreciate that he respects my questions snd time. Thank you!
(2 months ago)
Sep-2025
Very good at explaining my total knee replacement surgery details. He's very friendly and made me feel comfortable withis decision for this surgery.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
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(Old Main Office) Sioux Falls
From Dr. Peterson I am a native of the Sioux Falls area. After graduating from Brandon Valley High School, I attended South Dakota State University where I received a degree in biology.
Erik D. Peterson, MD About Dr. Peterson Dr. Peterson is a fellowship trained arthroscopic and sports medicine surgeon. He routinely treats injuries of the shoulder, hip, and knee with minimally-invasive arthroscopic techniques. He specializes in arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. This highly specialized technique provides very rapid recovery and enhanced outcomes compared with traditional open surgical techniques. Dr. Peterson also specializes in arthroscopic ACL surgery and cartilage restoration techniques. His extensive arthroscopic experience will allow rapid recovery for the elite athlete or weekend warrior.
Dr. Peterson also has trained extensively in joint replacement surgery of the hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow. While at the Mayo Clinic, he was trained in complex joint reconstructive procedures as well as exposed to the latest techniques. He uses minimally invasive approaches that result in less postoperative pain and quicker recovery. He has a broad general orthopedic practice that also encompasses operative and non-operative fracture care.
SPECIALTIES Arthroscopic surgery Sports medicine Minimally invasive joint replacement Arthroscopic rotator cuff repair ACL repair General orthopedics
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS American Academy of Orthopedic Surgery (AAOS) Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)
He is amazing doctor who cares about his patients
Was amazing and explained he wouldn't put anything in your body he wouldn't put in his.
Great Dr. Does a wonderful job. Listens to my questions
Our visit with Dr. Peterson was exceptional! He was thorough and knowledgeable on his care, delivered a detailed explanation of the healing, and was very positive, friendly, and helpful! He answered our questions and the visit was seamless. I would definitely recommend Dr. Peterson.
Excellent, caring and certainly has the best service to his patients.
Best Doctor
Combined personal professionalism with a nice easy way about him. everyone got me in quickly and took care of me. Thanks so much.
Extremely knowledgeable and talented at being able to make accurate diagnosis and provide treatment options.
Went in a s shot in my left knee. Dr. Peterson was efficient, pleasant, and thorough. I appreciate that he respects my questions snd time. Thank you!
Very good at explaining my total knee replacement surgery details. He's very friendly and made me feel comfortable withis decision for this surgery.