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Mark A. Peterson, M.D.
Shady Grove Orthopaedics
Orthopedics: Knee & Shoulder Specialist
Rockville, Germantown
Most recent review: 3 days ago
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4.6
337 Ratings
146 Comments
Mark A. Peterson, M.D., specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mobility problems resulting from sports related injuries of the knee and shoulder. Dr. Peterson has more than 25 years’ experience in total joint replacement and he joined the Shady Grove Orthopaedics team in 1999. He has been certified in the latest technology, using computer navigated partial and total knee replacements.
4.6
337 Ratings
146 Comments
Mark A. Peterson, M.D., specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mobility problems resulting from sports related injuries of the knee and shoulder. Dr. Peterson has more than 25 years’ experience in total joint replacement and he joined the Shady Grove Orthopaedics team in 1999. He has been certified in the latest technology, using computer navigated partial and total knee replacements.
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Mark A. Peterson, M.D., specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mobility problems resulting from sports related injuries of the knee and shoulder.
Dr. Peterson has more than 25 years’ experience in total joint replacement and he joined the Shady Grove Orthopaedics team in 1999. He has been certified in the latest technology, using computer navigated partial and total knee replacements. Dr. Peterson also has a special interest in cartilage restorative procedures, which are appropriate for patients with damaged cartilage. These patients may be candidates for less invasive procedures as an alternative to total joint arthroplasty.
Dr. Peterson is board-certified in orthopaedic surgery with additional board certification in sports medicine by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. He has served as Chief of Surgery at Shady Grove Hospital and as a member of the Hospital’s Board of Trustees. He is active on the Shady Grove Hospital’s Credentialing Committee as well.
After graduating cum laude from The University of Delaware, Dr. Peterson earned his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington, D.C. He then completed his orthopedic residency at the Campbell Clinic, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, home to the nation’s first orthopedic residency program and definitive textbook on the subject, Campbell’s Operative Orthopedics.
Dr. Peterson enjoys staying active traveling, gardening, fitness training, and playing racquet sports, golf, and skiing.
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He gave me great detail of my situation about my hip issues, fast efficient and informative!
Always very efficient and does a great job of explaining everything
Very brief visit. Didn't ask questions about my daily exercise routine, didn't provide info on what activities to perform or avoid or steps to rehab other than meds, shot or surgery.
We drove 35 minutes out of town in order to meet with Dr. Peterson. He diagnosed our son as he walked in and followed with “he just needs to not run and put on a ….. brace on if he’d like to”. The doctor then proceeded to walk out of the room all under five minutes time. We had to stop him and ask him what other activities our athlete son could do to prepare for the season and stay in shape and also ask how long it would be of no running. We then had to ask him to write down the name of the brace as it’s a usual term. After somewhat answering our questions we had to stay behind and wait for his assistant in order to list the name of the diagnosis, so that we could then leave the office and look up what protocol would be based on the diagnosis. I don’t understand how a doctor with his experience would think this level of mediocre care and interaction is OK. We would never recommend him.
He has been my dr before. A long time ago. He has a great beside manner and very informative. I wish he could be my dr for all my orthopedic problems.
He talked a lot about himself, asked me no questions, talked very fast with technical language, and identified the wrong knee on the information form. I had confidence in his skill but not in his care.
Professional, direct, technically proficient and superb communications. Exactly what you want in a doctor.
Very personable.
My appointments with Dr Peterson usually last about 3 minutes and I have to fight to get my questions in. A few pleasantries — a hello, even—would go a long way (He started this appointment by saying “well you’re getting older”.). I will likely see another Dr for any follow ups.
Dr. Peterson provided excellent care for my daughter with a broken elbow.