Peter D. Wearden, MD

Dr. Peter Wearden specializes in thoracic surgery, cardiovascular surgery, and general surgery, with particular expertise in treating complex heart conditions in children. They earned their medical degree from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed residency training at West Virginia University Hospital. With 33 years of experience in surgical practice, Dr. Wearden brings extensive knowledge to pediatric cardiac care. They communicate with patients and families in English.

Dr. Wearden practices at Nemours Children's Hospital in Orlando, Florida, where they focus on treating young patients with serious heart conditions. They have particular experience managing congenital heart disease, Eisenmenger syndrome, and ventricular septal defects. Their surgical expertise includes performing diagnostic procedures such as chest imaging studies and stress testing to evaluate heart function. Patients have given Dr. Wearden an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.