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Dr. Peter Ward, MD

Geriatric Medicine*
4.5 (4)
Map Pin Small Hyannis, MA
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21 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Peter Ward, MD

Dr. Peter Ward, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Hyannis, MA. They specialize in Geriatric Medicine, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Geriatric Medicine. They graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School and is affiliated with Falmouth Hospital and Cape Cod Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Ward an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Ward works at Practice in Hyannis, MA with other offices in Fall River, MA. They frequently treat conditions like Bone Cancer, Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer and Thyroid Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Ward's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Cape Cod Hospital
    27 Park St, Hyannis, MA 02601 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 862-7575
  2. 2
    St Annes Hospital
    795 Middle St, Fall River, MA 02721 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (508) 235-5226
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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  • Falmouth Hospital
  • Cape Cod Hospital

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Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma
Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma, ALK Positive
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Constipation
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Essential Tremor
Ewing's Sarcoma
Fibromyalgia
Folic Acid Deficiency
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 1
Follicular Lymphoma Grade 2
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Gallbladder Cancer
Gas-Bloat Syndrome
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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
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Hypotension
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Illeum Cancer
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Intestinal Diverticulosis
Iron Metabolism Disorders
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Kidney Infection
Laryngeal Cancer
Leg and Foot Ulcers
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Lipid Disorders
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Lyme Disease
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Magnesium Metabolism Disorders
Malaise and Fatigue
Male Breast Cancer
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Malignant Pleura Secondary
Malnutrition
Mantle Cell Lymphoma
Merkel Cell Carcinoma
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Ovarian Cancer
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Tonsil Cancer
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Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
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    About Dr. Peter Ward, MD

    Specialties*
    • Geriatric Medicine

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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1831280973
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Ward has seen patients for Bone Cancer, Metastatic Respiratory System Cancer and Thyroid Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Ward on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    4 patients have reviewed Dr. Ward. The overall rating for this provider is 4.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Ward.

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