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Summary
Dr. John Petersen is a cardiovascular disease specialist who also practices internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine and brings 22 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Petersen is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.
Dr. Petersen is affiliated with multiple healthcare facilities in Gainesville, Florida, including UF Health Shands Hospital, UF Health Heart and Vascular Hospital, and the Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. His expertise includes treating heart failure and conditions affecting the heart's ability to pump blood effectively. He performs diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and uses contrast imaging techniques to get detailed views of the heart.
Dr. Petersen is affiliated with multiple healthcare facilities in Gainesville, Florida, including UF Health Shands Hospital, UF Health Heart and Vascular Hospital, and the Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. His expertise includes treating heart failure and conditions affecting the heart's ability to pump blood effectively. He performs diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and uses contrast imaging techniques to get detailed views of the heart.
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Quick Facts
- 22 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- University Of Florida College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 20 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 8 hospital affiliations
- 8 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. John William Petersen has 8 locationsSelect Specialty Hospital Gainesville
1600 Sw Archer Rd Fl 5Gainesville, FL 32610 Tel: (352) 265-0055
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| Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease | Cardiovascular Disease |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 22 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 37 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi |
| Gainesville , FL | Lady Lake , FL | Cambridge , MA | Winter Park , FL |
| Med School: University Of Florida College Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Central Del Caribe | Med School: University of Toledo Medical School | Med School: New York Medical College |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. John William Petersen has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John William Petersen has the following 20 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
Dr. John William Petersen holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Florida College Of Medicine in 2004.
NPI Number
Dr. Petersen's NPI number is 1588868939.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. John Petersen affiliated with?
- Dr. John Petersen is affiliated with Shands Healthcare, Malcom Randall Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Hca Florida North Florida Hospital, Select Specialty Hospital Gainesville, Uf Health Shands Cancer Hospital, Uf Health Shands Hospital, Uf Health Neuromedicine Hospital, and Uf Health Heart And Vascular Hospital.
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