Dr. Karl A Peterson M.D.
Family Practitioner
6673 Foothill Blvd Tujunga CA, 91042About
Dr. Karl Peterson is a family practitioner practicing in Tujunga, CA. Dr. Peterson specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Peterson possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Enlarged Prostate
- Angina
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Pain
- Peripheral Artery Disease (pad)
- Vascular Disease
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