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Dr. Laura Peterson, MD

Dr. Laura Peterson, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. Laura Peterson, MD is a general surgeon in Honolulu, HI. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Straub Clinic and Hospital and Pali Momi Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

1907 S Beretania St Ste 501 Honolulu, HI 96826

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Peterson is affiliated with Pali Momi Medical Center Aiea, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Peterson specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Peterson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peterson

4.3

16 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
81%
81%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
13%
13%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Sep 14, 2023
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 22, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Anita – Mar 24, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 17, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
PC – Jan 11, 2020
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 23, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lihue, HI – Aug 11, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mililani, HI – Apr 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kalani in mililani, hi – Oct 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Laura Peterson, MD is a general surgeon in Honolulu, HI. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Straub Clinic and Hospital and Pali Momi Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of California At San Diego

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Hawaii Breast Center LLC1907 S Beretania St Ste 501 Honolulu, HI 96826
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Pali Momi Medical Center

    98-1079 Moanalua Rd
    Aiea, HI 96701
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Straub Clinic and Hospital

    888 S King St
    Honolulu, HI 96813
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Kapiolani Medical Center for Women and Children

    1319 Punahou St
    Honolulu, HI 96826
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