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Dr. Vanessa Peters, MD

Family Medicine
4.5 (13)
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23 years of experience

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Overview of Dr. Vanessa Peters, MD

Dr. Vanessa Peters, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist in Escondido, CA. They specialize in Family Medicine, has 23 years of experience. They graduated from University of Calgary|University Of Calgary Faculty Of Medicine and is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Escondido and Palomar Medical Center Poway. Dr. Peters, completed a residency at UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE. Patients rated Dr. Peters an average 4.5 star rating.

Dr. Peters works at Palomar Health Medical Group - Graybill in Escondido, CA. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    Escondido - Second Avenue Family Medicine
    225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102 Bldg 2, Escondido, CA 92025 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 291-6700

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  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

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    • 23 years of experience
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    • UNIVERSITY OF SASKATCHEWAN / COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
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    • University Of Sakatchewan|University of Saskatchewan
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    • University of Calgary|University Of Calgary Faculty Of Medicine
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