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Dr. Douglas Peterson, MD

Dr. Douglas Peterson, MD

Gastroenterology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Douglas Peterson, MD is a gastroenterologist in Tucson, AZ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT LINCOLN in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Tucson Medical Center and Canyon Vista Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

2585 N Wyatt Dr Tucson, AZ 85712

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Dr. Peterson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

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Dr. Peterson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peterson

3.7
18 ratings, 8 with a written review
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My mother saw Dr Peterson after a presumed gallbladder attack in August...he did nothing to treat her, nothing. He wasn’t interested in getting her diagnosed. Said she must be an alcoholic (she doesn’t drink). She had a lap choli in 2014. He says “impossible.” Now, 2.5 months later, 10 lbs lighter from not being able to eat much...and she has gall stones in her bile duct with surgery tomorrow. She suffered 3 separate gallbladder attacks, all because Dr Peterson refused to follow up. Shame on him. I would never recommend him for treatment.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Mary E Dancer, RN, MBA, CCRA, PMP. – Nov 19, 2020
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efficient, pleasant and clear
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 19, 2019
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A consistent and reliable professional, caring, understanding, patient, and knowledgeable. He has my complete trust.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sarah N in Tucson, AZ – Jan 09, 2019
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I cannot recommend him. He is very harsh and really acted like he didn't care. His brashness really got me and I will not return.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Tucson, AZ – Dec 05, 2018
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I had an 8:20 appointment for a consultation, but was not seen until 8:55. When Dr. Peterson came in, he appeared flustered and rushed, and that did not make me feel very comfortable that he would have, or make, the time to discuss my concerns. Also, the counter top in the exam room is completely covered with pamphlets and coupons for pills, which was off putting as well, making for a very poor first impression of this office. Not a very good first impression. Looking elsewhere for a GI doc.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Oro Valley – Oct 27, 2017
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The minute I entered Dr Peterson's office, I knew I was in a professional and humanistic environment. The office staff was very helpful and friendly. The physician saw me on time, was a good listener, communicator, and I appreciated his compassion, empathy, and respect for my situation and concerns. Dr Peterson understood my situation and soon presented solutions, that I appreciated. After the physical exam and follow up plans, I was confident and very satisfied with the visit.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Harvey Goodman in Tucson, AZ – May 03, 2017
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Had to go in for a routine Colonoscopy scheduled with Dr. Peterson (at Adobe Gastroenterology). The doctor and all the staff were great ! (Very Professional, friendly and great attitudes, helpful). They have their whole process, from check in to release down to a smooth process. The whole time took about 45 minutes. While nobody looks forward to a Colonoscopy Procedure, this was a very good experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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Dave K. in Tucson, AZ – Feb 09, 2017
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I like Dr. Peterson very much. But I cannot recommend him because of his staff. They continue to bill me incorrectly, insisting the insurance made mistake. They say they will phone insurance to rectify, then I don't hear anything for 2 more months when I get another bill. Then we start over. Now they are threatening collections. All they need to do is resubmit the claim with the correct coding. VERY FRUSTRATING EXPERIENCE!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
18 others found this helpful
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Tucson, AZ – Oct 09, 2016
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Dr. Douglas Peterson, MD is a gastroenterologist in Tucson, AZ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT LINCOLN in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities Tucson Medical Center and Canyon Vista Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • Gastroenterology

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  • University Of Nebraska At Lincoln

    Medical School, 1992
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Dr. Peterson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Adobe Gastroenterology PC2585 N Wyatt Dr Tucson, AZ 85712
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Tucson Medical Center

      5301 E Grant Rd
      Tucson, AZ 85712
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

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    • Canyon Vista Medical Center

      5700 E Highway 90
      Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      70%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% lower than the national average

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