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Dr. R Peter Mirkin, MD

Dr. R Peter Mirkin, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. R Peter Mirkin, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Saint Louis, MO. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercy Hospital Jefferson and St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.5 Star Rating
Based on 55 reviews 2.5 Star Rating (55 reviews)

Signature Orthopedics St. Louis

12122 Tesson Ferry Rd Saint Louis, MO 63128
Telehealth available

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(314) 200-2084

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Mirkin is affiliated with St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital Saint Louis, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Mirkin specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Mirkin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Mirkin

2.5

55 ratings, 21 with a written review
5 Star
35%
35%
4 Star
2%
2%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
7%
7%
1 Star
56%
56%

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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
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Apr 13, 2025
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Thomas – May 12, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Laura H. – Apr 15, 2024
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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
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Jim Mills – Sep 19, 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
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Shirley Eller – Apr 18, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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N/A – Jun 17, 2020
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
8 people found this helpful
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Concerned person – Sep 24, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Apr 18, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Heather – Oct 26, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
5 people found this helpful
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Amber Warren in Fenton, MO – Oct 08, 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
10 people found this helpful
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Jan 25, 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
15 people found this helpful
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Jeff in St.Louis,Mo – Jun 25, 2017
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
15 people found this helpful
Helpful
Delila in St Louis, MO – May 18, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
14 people found this helpful
Helpful
Andrew in Troy, MO – Apr 19, 2017
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Matthew in Ballwin, MO – Jul 23, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
16 people found this helpful
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St Louis, MO – Jul 02, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Sara D in St. Louis, MO – May 01, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
16 people found this helpful
Helpful
Hanah in St Louis, MO – Apr 28, 2016
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What went well
  • 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
18 people found this helpful
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Esther in Cadet, MO – Mar 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
11 people found this helpful
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Favare30 in Festus, mo – Feb 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Before entering private practice, Dr. Mirkin served in the United States Navy as Lieutenant Commander and is a veteran of Operation Desert Shield/Storm. He served as Staff Orthopaedic Surgeon of Long Beach Naval Hospital, Long Beach, Calif., and...read more

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Internship Hospital, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Signature Orthopedics St. Louis

Tesson Ferry Spine & Orthopedic Center12122 Tesson Ferry Rd Saint Louis, MO 63128
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Luke's Des Peres Hospital

    2345 Dougherty Ferry Rd
    Saint Louis, MO 63122
    Recipient of 6
    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

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • SSM Health St. Clare Hospital-Fenton

    1015 Bowles Ave
    Fenton, MO 63026
    Recipient of 2
    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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mercy Hospital Jefferson

    1400 US Highway 61
    Festus, MO 63028
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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