Summary

Dr. Peter O'Brien is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in interventional cardiology who has been practicing for over three decades. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia Medical School and completed his residency training at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program. His extensive experience spans 32 years in the field of cardiovascular medicine. Dr. O'Brien provides care to patients in English.

Dr. O'Brien practices at Centra Southside Community Hospital and sees patients at the Centra Heart and Vascular Institute in Lynchburg, Virginia. He treats patients with high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies, including pediatric cases involving elevated blood pressure. His procedural expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to evaluate heart rhythm and function, as well as providing cardiac rehabilitation services to help patients recover and strengthen their hearts. Patients have rated Dr. O'Brien 4.8 out of 5 stars for his cardiovascular care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 32 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Centra Heart and Vascular Institute - Lynchburg (Stroobants Cardiovascular)

2410 Atherholt RdLynchburg, VA 24501
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

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.8 
4.3 
4.3 
32 Years of Experience 52 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 Speaks English
Lynchburg , VALynchburg , VALynchburg , VALynchburg , VA
Med School: University of Virginia Medical School Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter K. O'brien

  • Aetna
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Magellan Health
  • Magellan Health - DSNP
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Piedmont Community Health Plan
  • Transamerica
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter K. O'brien has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter K. O'brien has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Interventional Cardiology
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center Program

Medical School

University of Virginia Medical SchoolGraduated in 1994

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Where is Dr. Peter O'brien's office located?
Dr. Peter O'brien's office is located at 2410 Atherholt Rd, Lynchburg, VA, 24501.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Peter O'brien affiliated with?
Dr. Peter O'brien is affiliated with Centra Southside Community Hospital.
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