Dr. Phillip Allen Peterson MD
Family Practitioner
106 Huffard Dr Bluefield VA, 24605About
Dr. Phillip Peterson is a family practitioner practicing in Bluefield, VA. 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
Univ Of Ia Coll Of Med- Iowa City Ia 1985
Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas 1985
Regional Institute Of Medical Sciences 1988
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM- Geriatric Medicine
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- Ear Infection
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Vascular Disease
- Strep Throat
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