Summary

Dr. Kristen Peterson is a medical doctor specializing in ophthalmology and internal medicine. She earned her medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 12 years, developing expertise in comprehensive eye care and medical management. Her dual training allows her to provide both specialized eye treatment and broader medical care to her patients.

Dr. Peterson practices at locations in Cartersville, Georgia and Vestavia, Alabama, including the Altoona Eye Clinic and Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center. She focuses on treating cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy. Her surgical expertise includes cataract surgery and intraocular lens implants, while she also performs retinal imaging to diagnose and monitor eye conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 12 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • Emory University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Kristen Marie Peterson has 3 locations

Altoona Eye Clinic

962 JOE FRANK HARRIS PKWY SE STE 201CARTERSVILLE, GA 30120
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Kristen Marie Peterson

3745 Corporate Woods DrVestavia, AL 35242

Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center

960 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy SeCartersville, GA 30120

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Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine Med School: West Virginia University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Kristen Marie Peterson

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Kristen Marie Peterson has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Kristen Marie Peterson has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Georgia, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Emory University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2014

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kristen Peterson?
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Does Dr. Kristen Peterson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. Kristen Peterson's office located?
Dr. Kristen Peterson's office is located at 962 JOE FRANK HARRIS PKWY SE STE 201, CARTERSVILLE, GA, 30120.
Does Dr. Kristen Peterson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Kristen Peterson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. Kristen Peterson accepting new patients?
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