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Dr. Mary Gessner-Peterson is an internal medicine and emergency medicine physician with 21 years of experience treating patients. She earned her medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, where she received comprehensive training in osteopathic medicine. Dr. Gessner-Peterson speaks English fluently with her patients.
She practices at East Campus Medical Center at UC San Diego Health in Alpine, California. Her clinical expertise includes treating patients with limping, loss of trunk control, and various forms of weakness. Dr. Gessner-Peterson performs physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain mobility and function. She also provides inhaler training to ensure patients can properly manage their respiratory conditions.
She practices at East Campus Medical Center at UC San Diego Health in Alpine, California. Her clinical expertise includes treating patients with limping, loss of trunk control, and various forms of weakness. Dr. Gessner-Peterson performs physical therapy and strength training to help patients regain mobility and function. She also provides inhaler training to ensure patients can properly manage their respiratory conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 21 years of experience
- 78 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Mary Christina Gessner-Peterson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Mary Christina Gessner-Peterson has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
Dr. Mary Christina Gessner-Peterson holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2005.
NPI Number
Dr. Gessner-Peterson's NPI number is 1861662884.
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- Dr. Mary Christina Gessner-Peterson's office is located at 1832 ALPINE BLVD STE B, ALPINE, CA, 91901.
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