Summary

Dr. Donald Peterson is a family medicine physician with over four decades of experience serving patients in Louisiana. He earned his medical degree from St. Georges University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Prince Georges Hospital Center. With 43 years of practice, Dr. Peterson brings extensive clinical knowledge to his patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Peterson is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center and practices at multiple locations throughout the New Orleans area, including Gretna, Marrero, and Terrytown. His clinical expertise includes treating skin conditions such as squamous cell skin cancer and actinic keratosis. He performs various skin treatments including cryotherapy and laser therapy for skin lesions. Patients have given Dr. Peterson an average rating of 4.7 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 43 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Prince Georges Hospital Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Donald Leroy Peterson has 5 locations

Peterson Donald L Jr Office

151 Ochsner Blvd Ste DGretna, LA 70056
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

West Jefferson Medical Center

1101 Medical Center BlvdMarrero, LA 70072

Ochsner Medical Center West Bank

2500 Belle Chasse HwyTerrytown, LA 70056

Bridgepoint Continuing Care Hospital

1101 MEDICAL CENTER BLVD FL 7MARRERO, LA 70072

Bridgepoint Continuing Care Hospital New Orleans

1101 Medical Center Blvd Fl 4Marrero, LA 70072

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Dr. Donald Leroy Peterson, MDDr. Jill Feinberg, MDDr. Steven Vo, DOChristopher Brian Rue
Family MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
3.8 
43 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Vietnamese
Gretna , LABaton Rouge , LANew Orleans , LAMetairie , LA
Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Donald Leroy Peterson

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Donald Leroy Peterson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Donald Leroy Peterson has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Prince Georges Hospital Center

Medical School

St Georges University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1983

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Donald Peterson?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Donald Peterson affiliated with?
Dr. Donald Peterson is affiliated with West Jefferson Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Donald Peterson's office located?
Dr. Donald Peterson's office is located at 151 Ochsner Blvd Ste D, Gretna, LA, 70056.
Is Dr. Donald Peterson accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. Donald Peterson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Donald Peterson accepts on their Vitals profile.

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