Summary

Dr. Peter Shorter is an internal medicine physician with additional expertise in family medicine and nephrology. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia and brings 17 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Shorter communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Shorter practices at Old School Medicine in Wakefield, Rhode Island. His clinical focus includes treating chronic kidney disease, breathing difficulties, and mineral imbalances in the body. He performs comprehensive blood work, chemistry panels, and kidney function tests to monitor and diagnose various health conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 17 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Old School Medicine

Wakefield, RI 02879
Mon8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.2 
4.7 
17 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks Italian, English Speaks English Speaks English
Wakefield , RIBrooklyn , NYNew York , NYNew York , NY
Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Columbia Med School: University Of Rome Med School: New York Institute Of Technology College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Shorter

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Gateway Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Reliance Standard
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter Shorter has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter Shorter has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Family Medicine
  • Nephrology

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine ColumbiaGraduated in 2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Peter Shorter accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Peter Shorter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Peter Shorter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Peter Shorter speak?
Dr. Peter Shorter speaks English.
Where is Dr. Peter Shorter's office located?
Dr. Peter Shorter's office is located at , Wakefield, RI, 02879.

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