Dr. Peter J. Lipton, MD | Rancho Mirage, CA | Geriatric Medicine

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Dr. Peter Lipton specializes in geriatric medicine and internal medicine, bringing five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They earned their medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed residency training at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. With 50 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Lipton provides comprehensive care for older adults and manages a wide range of internal medicine conditions. They communicate with patients in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Lipton practices at Tri City Medical Center and maintains offices in Rancho Mirage and Palm Desert, California. They focus on treating digestive conditions such as acid reflux and GERD, including these conditions in children. Dr. Lipton performs diagnostic procedures like upper GI endoscopy to evaluate stomach and digestive tract concerns. They also conduct ankle-brachial index tests to assess blood flow and circulation. Patients rate Dr. Lipton 3.4 out of 5 stars on average.

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accepting new patients
3.4

33 Ratings
50 years of experience
13 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
U S Department Of Veterans Affairs
6 written reviews
2 specialties
8 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Dr. Lipton's Ratings and Reviews

3.4

33 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 9 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Had a good bedside manner: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Spent time with me: (8) Did WellNeeds Improvement (4)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (9) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
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I recently moved from Orange County to Rancho Mirage. Due to the fact that I have several health issues I was frightened beyond belief. I had to leave my doctors behind because of insurance. I picked Dr. Lipton because his experience and education. I have seen him twice now and he has not disappointed me in the least. He is compassionate, understanding and listens to me. He reviewed one of my many medications and lowered the dose for me which was a God Sent. I feel very comfortable with him. He does not pull any punches. I found that after my first visit it was as if I have known him forever. I had been with my past doctors for 15 years. Dr. Lipton is the one you want.

July 6th, 2016

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Respects my time. Diagnosed an extremely rare disease for my wife. Has encyclopedic medical knowledge. Does not over medicate!

May 16th, 2016

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I have always seen Denise, the P.A. and found her to be excellent. Unfortuantely, she has left and I had to see Dr. Lipton for a referral to a gastric issue that has been ongoing. After waiting 25 minutes in the exam roon, when he finally came in, I found him to be arrogant and more interested in expressing his views on my medication list than in listening to my concerns aboout my issue. He totally discounted any questions or comments I made and was totally dismissive. I am looking for a new PCP as I do not want to return.

October 20th, 2015

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Dr. Lipton is gracious and confident. He doesn't rush you but listens carefully and, when he comments, he always takes care to use terminology that is meaningful to a patient. I have been treated by many MDs in my lifetime (86 years) and he ranks very high among them all.

October 2nd, 2015

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Doesn't listen

June 22nd, 2015

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Lipton's office is just a factory with the goal of maximizing revenues by getting people in and out as quickly as possible. Plain and simple. Don't plan being looked after or cared for. Lipton must receive a commission for each time he can avoid referring a patient to a specialist. Plan on doing all research yourself. He's also stingy with writing prescriptions.

April 19th, 2011

Internal Medicine Specialists

72780 Country Club Dr Ste 100Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

Tel: (760) 773-9750

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

First Physicians Medical Group

73733 Fred Waring Dr Ste 204Palm Desert, CA 92260

Tel: (760) 776-9511


Dr. Peter J Lipton, MD	Dr. Karanbir Brar	Dr. Narendra Shashibushan Chandrashekar, MD	Denise Gale Alexander Swank
Geriatric Medicine	Geriatric Medicine	Nephrology	Nurse Practitioner
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.4 (33 Ratings)	5 (16 Ratings)	4 (3 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
50 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Punjabi, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English
Rancho Mirage , CA	Oceanside , CA	Indio , CA	Palm Desert , CA
Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine	Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine	Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Drexel University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1976

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