4.6
9 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Robert Peterson is a thoracic and general surgeon who graduated from Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed his residency at the United States Army Medical Center. With 49 years of surgical experience, he has built extensive expertise in both chest and abdominal procedures. Dr. Peterson is board-certified and speaks English.
Dr. Peterson practices at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital in Elkin, North Carolina, where he provides comprehensive surgical care. He specializes in treating conditions such as ventral hernias, breast cancer, and acute gallbladder inflammation. His surgical expertise includes laparoscopic gallbladder removal and core needle breast biopsies. Patients rate Dr. Peterson 4.6 out of 5 stars for his surgical care and bedside manner.
Dr. Peterson practices at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital in Elkin, North Carolina, where he provides comprehensive surgical care. He specializes in treating conditions such as ventral hernias, breast cancer, and acute gallbladder inflammation. His surgical expertise includes laparoscopic gallbladder removal and core needle breast biopsies. Patients rate Dr. Peterson 4.6 out of 5 stars for his surgical care and bedside manner.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 49 years of experience
- speaks English
- United States Army Medical Center
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Robert Goodloe Peterson has 2 locationsHugh Chatham Surgical
101 Eldon Parks Dr Ste AElkin, NC 28621 Tel: (336) 835-2349
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. Robert Goodloe Peterson, MD | Dr. Sabah Salman Toma, MD | Dr. Brendan Jay Michel, MD | Dr. Carl Jon Buchholz |
| Thoracic Surgery | Emergency Medicine | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 49 Years of Experience | 57 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 7 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Elkin , NC | Sparta , NC | Augusta , GA | MOUNT AIRY , NC |
| Med School: Wake Forest School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Goodloe Peterson
Medical Specialties
Dr. Robert Goodloe Peterson has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Robert Goodloe Peterson has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
49 Years Experience
Dr. Robert Goodloe Peterson holds an active medical license in the state of North Carolina.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at United States Army Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from Wake Forest School Of Medicine in 1977.
NPI Number
Dr. Peterson's NPI number is 1891852638.
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