Dr. David A Petersen MD
Family Practitioner
2315 8th St Lewiston ID, 83501About
Dr. David Petersen is a family practitioner practicing in Lewiston, ID. Dr. Petersen 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. Petersen 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 Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1981
University of Minnesota Medical School 1981
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Sinusitis
- Obesity
- Heart Failure
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
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