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Dr. Emily Peterson, MD

Dr. Emily Peterson, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Emily Peterson, MD is a plastic surgeon in State College, PA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2003. She is affiliated with Mount Nittany Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 4 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

100 Radnor Rd Ste 101 State College, PA 16801

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Dr. Peterson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peterson

4.0
20 ratings, 11 with a written review
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Had a very nice (or so I thought) onsultation with Dr. Peterson and a PA. She recommended 2 procedures and made 2 appointments with me. I was very excited! A few days before the first appointment, I got a text from a staff member just saying that both my appointments were canceled. Of course, I had no idea why. So I called her office, and someone on her staff told me that Dr. Peterson decided to cancel me because (and I quote) “she didn’t think I’d get the results I wanted” from the 2 procedures she suggested. Dr. Peterson never bothered to tell me this herself, nor did she ask me to come in to discuss any other options — which could have included any other procedure or even a facelift! I don’t understand this at all! I feel Dr. Peterson treated me very poorly, and just “dumped” me with no explanation or alternative suggestions offered! That’s terrible, cold treatment! I would NEVER recommend Dr. Peterson to ANYONE!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Sep 16, 2021
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Even they were nice and friendly. But there is no positive result for treatment. It is wasting money.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Dec 23, 2018
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I have recommended Dr. Peterson repeatedly, without reservation. She is an outstanding surgeon who really cares about her patients. You are lucky if you are able to utilize her skills.
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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Robin Guillard in State College, PA – Dec 16, 2018
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I recently saw Dr. Peterson for my first Botox injection. I was so nervous for the procedure, but I trusted her expertise based on the outcomes of many close friends she has injected. Dr. Peterson blew my expectations out of the water! She listened to my concerns and tailored my injections based on my desired outcome. I am THRILLED with my results and can’t wait to see her and the whole office again! I am so glad I only went to a plastic surgeon for my injections!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Nov 16, 2018
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Dr. Peterson really considered my expectations and desired outcome for my cosmetic procedure (breast augmentation) and my result is a very natural enhancement of "me". I am very pleased.
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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State College, PA – Nov 09, 2018
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I was referred to her for a mini facelift by a dermatologist. She said she doesn't do them because if she's GOING TO GO THROUGH ALL THAT TROUBLE she's going to do a full facelift. So much for what the patient wants. Also, to administer 1 cc of filler she stuck me 70 times! Filler so shallow you could never tell anything was done. Wasted $.
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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Oct 26, 2018
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Dr. Peterson is fantastic! I went to her for juvederm injections and she immediately put me at ease and took the time to answer all of my questions before the procedure. The procedure itself was virtually painless and I am absolutely thrilled with the results!! I drove over an hour to have her do my injections, and it was absolutely worth it. She is an amazing doctor and I would absolutely recommend her and I will definitely be going back to her myself! She is hands down the best in the area!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Randi in Altoona, PA – May 01, 2017
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My daughter had reconstruction after mastectomy with absolutely beautiful results by Dr Peterson. Now it is my turn for the same procedure except more complicated due to my past 8 surgeries of mastectomy and attempted reconstruction by doctors who could take some good lessons from Dr. Peterson both professionally and technically.
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
5 others found this helpful
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State College, PA – Apr 06, 2017
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Dr Peterson & her staff are amazing! For a few years I was debating on a tummy tuck. I had consultations with a couple doctors in the area, including Dr Peterson, along with a couple phone consultations with doctor offices out of the area. I knew once I was ready to do the surgery I would have Dr Peterson do the procedure. From the initial consultation through the last follow up visit everyone including staff, nurses, Dr Peterson & Eileen have been wonderful.
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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Nicole D in Bellefonte, PA – Jan 04, 2017
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Excellent physician!
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
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Welkato in State College, PA – Dec 22, 2016
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Dr Peterson and her team did a horrible job on the lipo she did for me. Not only did they have me order an ill fitting suit, but they didn't listen when I told them I was experiencing pain from the suit. A whole 2 weeks went by before It was addressed. I was told to keep wearing it. 2 days after the surgery I they removed foam padding padding from my operation site. This is what caused the pain and the following indentation on my stomach area. 1yr later I still have the HUGE indentation there!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Horrible Experience in State College, PA – Aug 05, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

"One of my strengths as a physician is really sitting down and taking the necessary time with the patient." - Emily A. Peterson, MD

biography

Emily A. Peterson, MD, performs all types of reconstructive and cosmetic surgeries, as well as non-surgical procedures such as Botox® Cosmetic and Sculptra® Aesthetic, through Mount Nittany Physician Group Reconstructive & Cosmetic Surgery....read more
  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2003
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Plastic Surgery®
Plastic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Mount Nittany Physician Group Reconstructive & Cosmetic Surgery100 Radnor Rd Ste 101 State College, PA 16801
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Practice

Mount Nittany Medical Center Health Services Inc120 Radnor Rd Ste 100 State College, PA 16801
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Practice

Mount Nittany Medical Center1800 E Park Ave State College, PA 16803
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Practice

Office3901 S Atherton St Ste 6 State College, PA 16801
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Nittany Medical Center

    1800 E Park Ave
    State College, PA 16803
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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