Dr. Mark Irwin Petersen MD
Internist
21107 Donahoo Rd Tonganoxie KS, 66086About
Dr. Mark Petersen is an internist practicing in Tonganoxie, KS. Dr. Petersen specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Petersen provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1984
University of Wales in Great Britain 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- High Cholesterol
- Arthritis
- Heart Disease
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Dementia
- Pneumonia
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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