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Dr. Dirk Peterson, MD

Dr. Dirk Peterson, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Dirk Peterson, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Cape Coral, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lee Memorial Hospital and Cape Coral Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 74 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (74 reviews)

Practice

1682 NE Pine Island Rd Cape Coral, FL 33909

Dr. Peterson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Labor and Delivery Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Peterson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peterson

4.4
74 ratings, 30 with a written review
5 star
82%
82%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
0%
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2 star
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1 star
15%
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I'm so glad I found this place! Dirk is a great doctor! I always feel relaxed and comfortable. He cares about his patients and has a sense of humor!!! It's a WIN WIN.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Magnolia – Feb 04, 2025
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The WORST
If you want a doctor who belittles you, makes sarcastic and demeaning comments and dismisses your concerns then by all means see this doctor. Otherwise, do yourself a favor and select a doctor who actually cares.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 09, 2024
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Awesome DR.
He was really kind and great Dr. I am non native English speaker but he speaks slowly and make me understand with easiest ways. I really like him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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May 19, 2023
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SIMPLY THE BEST !
First time patient and i MUST say the front desk staff was really welcoming, friendly, made me feel like i was visiting a friend and not a doctors office. The nurse was really nice good mood and friendly. The doctor OMG made me feel very comfortable as if we had been friends for decades. Very professional and respectful. He explained to me everything in details in a way i was able to understand so i basically left the office very clear what needed to be done for my issue. The waiting time to be called was minimal. The doctor listened to ME .. to MY concerns how i felt. We can surely use more doctors like him. Thank you Dr. Peterson and staff !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Iraida Figueroa – Feb 07, 2023
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Dr. Peter son''s MA was great!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 24, 2022
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Doctor Peterson
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 04, 2022
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Dr Peterson, on a scale of 1 to 10 was a 100. Nothing but praise for him.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 06, 2022
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Dr Peterson
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 13, 2022
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He is just awful. There are no words.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
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Feb 17, 2022
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Excelent
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 02, 2022
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Peterson Dirk
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 15, 2022
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Dirk Peterson was very understanding and kind. Awesome doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 15, 2021
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will recommend to anybody,
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 10, 2021
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I would not recommend Dr. Peterson to anyone. During the time he was with me, all he could talk about was the Civil War. He seemed to have no interest in my concerns. It was like he had no idea what he was doing. He assisted Dr. Rachel Wykes with my surgery for pelvic prolapse, which as totally failed me in less than a year. The problem is worse than it was before the surgery. Now I have to use catheters often and before I never did.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Lin – Jul 30, 2021
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They both were great!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 15, 2021
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I have to admit I was a little overwhelmed when I first walked in because they were so incredibly busy and I thought I would be rushed through my appointment. Boy was I mistaken! Dr. Peterson and all of the staff were incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, and simply wonderful!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 25, 2021
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Worst gynecology appointment I have ever had. I was referred to see a gyno by another doctor due to significant cysts and other symptoms that were cause for concern. I chose Dr. Peterson because he came highly recommended by peers. He Did not listen to my concerns or answer my questions and even made a face at me when answering questions about my sexual history. Which made me and the medical student or intern observing blatantly uncomfortable. His jokes were almost back handed But more importantly he had already decided before he came to the appointment there was nothing wrong with me from my chart even though I was a new patient. I left the appointment with no answers feeling embarrassed and hopeless. As soon as I got into my car I bursted into tears. I’m not one to leave reviews online ever but I really wanted to share my experience in hopes better patient care will be provided and women considering this doctor have ALL informative and honest reviews. If I could give 0 stars I would
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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May 14, 2021
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I love Dr pettersons personallity and carring of my well being. I hope you stay great and grow successfully always
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 19, 2021
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I loved how Dr.Peterson explained procedure step by step while performing it. Gave me peace of mind. Remarkable passion for his career.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 31, 2021
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My first visit with Dr. Peterson was a wonderful experience. He was very compassionate and helped alleviate any concerns I had. I am so glad I found him, he and his staff were extremely nice and professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 10, 2021
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About Me

biography

Dr. Dirk Peterson, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Cape Coral, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Case Western Reserve University in 1994. He is affiliated with medical facilities Lee Memorial Hospital and Cape Coral Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • University Med Ctr/u Fla

    Residency Hospital, 1998
  • University Med Ctr/u Fla

    Internship Hospital, 1995
  • Case Western Reserve University

    Medical School, 1994
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Dr. Peterson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Lee Laboratory Services-Pine Island1682 NE Pine Island Rd Cape Coral, FL 33909
    1

    Practice

    LPG Pediatrics at Cape Coral650 Del Prado Blvd S Ste 107 Cape Coral, FL 33990
    2

    Practice

    Lpg Obstetrics/Gynecology-Cape Coral Hospital650 Del Prado Blvd S Ste 100 Cape Coral, FL 33990
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lee Memorial Hospital

      2776 Cleveland Ave
      Fort Myers, FL 33901
      Recipient of 27
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical care of women during and after childbirth

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical care of women during and after childbirth

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Cape Coral Hospital

      636 Del Prado Blvd S
      Cape Coral, FL 33990
      Recipient of 26
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality