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Dr. Steven Peterson, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
4.4 (8)
Map Pin Small Sonora, CA
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Steven Peterson, MD

Dr. Steven Peterson, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Sonora, CA. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 45 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from Loma Linda University and is affiliated with Memorial Medical Center and San Joaquin General Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Peterson an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Peterson works at Practice in Sonora, CA with other offices in French Camp, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Peterson's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Foothill Orthopaedic Medical Clinic
    691 Pauline Ct, Sonora, CA 95370 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (209) 532-6961
  2. 2
    San Joaquin General Hospital Laboratory
    500 W Hospital Rd, French Camp, CA 95231 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (209) 468-6000
    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
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

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  • Memorial Medical Center
  • San Joaquin General Hospital

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Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Broken Arm
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Femur Fracture
Hip Fracture
Joint Pain
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Trigger Finger
Wrist Fracture
Arthrocentesis
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Steroid Injection
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Back Pain
Broken Neck
Bursitis
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Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Fibular Fracture
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lupus
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Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL) Sprain
Miner's Knee
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteopenia
Osteophyte of Hand
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Pyogenic Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Tear
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tenosynovitis
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Sprain or Strain
Bunion Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Excision of Tibia or Fibula
Foot and Ankle Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle DislocationTreatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Foot Fracture Treatment Open
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Closed
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Dislocation Treatment
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Neuroplasty
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Somatic Nerve Block
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Wound Repair
Wrist Replacement
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    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 45 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Tagalog
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    NPI Number
    • 1083774897
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • Loma Linda University
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Steven Peterson, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Peterson is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Peterson accepts Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield of California, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    8 patients have reviewed Dr. Peterson. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Peterson.

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