Dr. Peterson is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with extensive experience performing orthopaedic surgery to address conditions of the hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow. A native of Des Moines, Dr. Peterson earned his medical degree from Des Moines University. He relocated to Detroit to complete his orthopaedic residency at Ascension St. John Hospital, followed by a fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield.
Dr. Peterson is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with extensive experience performing orthopaedic surgery to address conditions of the hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow. A native of Des Moines, Dr. Peterson earned his medical degree from Des Moines University. He relocated to Detroit to complete his orthopaedic residency at Ascension St. John Hospital, followed by a fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield.
Dr. Peterson is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with extensive experience performing orthopaedic surgery to address conditions of the hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow.
A native of Des Moines, Dr. Peterson earned his medical degree from Des Moines University. He relocated to Detroit to complete his orthopaedic residency at Ascension St. John Hospital, followed by a fellowship in adult reconstructive surgery at the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield.
Following his fellowship training, Dr. Peterson returned to Iowa, where he currently serves on the faculty of special medicine at Des Moines University in addition to his duties at Capital Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. Dr. Peterson is a sought-after lecturer both at the local and national level.
Dr. Peterson strives to educate, advocate, and provide outstanding care for every patient who entrusts him with their orthopaedic concerns. Outside of medicine, he is active in his church and enjoys spending family time with his wife and their children.

Dr. Peterson took the time to thoroughly explain my options. I’d highly recommend him!
Very informative
Best surgeon! Fixed my knee
Excellent care for me
I had a great experience with Dr. Peterson. Very personal and down to earth.
He is so caring and takes time with you.
Great communication, very knowledgeable
He is the kindest and most compassionate Doctor I’ve seen. I fully trust him with my care.
Love this guy.
Wonderful place with wonderful people!