Dr. Shawn M. Peterson D.O.
Physiatrist (Physical Medicine) | Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
25 S 9th St Philadelphia Pennsylvania, 19107About
Shawn M. Peterson, DO, is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician and Instructor working at Jefferson health in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He received his doctorate of osteopathy in 2012 at New Jersey City University and then trained at Thomas Jefferson University. Dr. Peterson specializes in executive training, physical medicine and rehabilitation, electrodiagnosis, neuromuscular disorders, and spinal cord injuries. He maintains professional memberships with The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Education and Training
New Jersey City University
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Instructor -
Internships
- Thomas Jefferson University
Professional Society Memberships
- The American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What do you attribute your success to?
- His desire to teach others and drive to make a difference.
Hobbies / Sports
- Traveling
Favorite professional publications
- All major medical research & publications
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