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Mark A. Peterson, M.D.
Shady Grove Orthopaedics
Orthopedics: Knee & Shoulder Specialist
Rockville, Germantown
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.5
373 Ratings
164 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.
4.5
373 Ratings
164 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.
Services: Mako Total Knee Application
Shady Grove is proud to be the only Hospital in your region offering this new treatment option. Mako Total Knee transforms the way total knee replacements are performed. The Mako Total Knee application is a knee replacement treatment option designed to relieve the pain caused by joint degeneration due to osteoarthritis. Through CT-based 3D modeling of bone anatomy, surgeons can use the Mako System to create a personalized surgical plan and identify the implant size, orientation and alignment based on each patient’s unique anatomy. The Mako System also enables surgeons to virtually modify the surgical plan intraoperatively and assists them in executing bone resections.
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Although I appreciated the last minute appointment when I had an injury the time spent with me was very minimal and I felt that he was very rushed and uncaring. I did not feel the visit was thorough or helpful.
I am a returning patient of Dr. Mark Peterson. On every occasion he has been professional, courteous, friendly and understanding of the patient’s concerns and perspectives. He instills confidence in the patient with his medical knowledge and diagnoses and his obvious skill in treating the patient’s condition. I will unhesitatingly recommend anyone with similar conditions to consult Dr. Peterson. Thank you so much.
Very direct in the best way possible!
He needs to spend a little bit more time w/ patients!!! He didn’t allow for patient to ask questions. His bedside manner needs a lot work.
The appointment was very short, and he didn't seem to want to spend time discussing the issue he seemed to be in a hurry. He also was not gentle in determining my range of motion
Dr. Peterson listened to my med hx, answered all my questions & provided reasonable tx options. He will be my surgeon as soon as my schedule allows.
Had my year since partial knee replacement appt with Dr. Peterson just the most amazing doctor always helpful with my questions & concerns & let’s me know what needs to be done for the best results….
Felt rushed and not listened to
Wham, bam, thank you for your copay! The man has no table manners and he’s only interested in surgical consults. This is not my first experience with him, but he was the only doctor that was available on short notice - coincidence? I think not!
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