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Dr. Peter Althausen, MD

Dr. Peter Althausen, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Peter Althausen, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Reno, NV and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center and Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 44 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (44 reviews)

Practice

555 N Arlington Ave Reno, NV 89503

Make an Appointment

(775) 788-5242

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Althausen is affiliated with Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center Reno, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Althausen specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Althausen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Althausen

4.8

44 ratings, 27 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 13, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Feb 16, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Karen Cottey – Jan 05, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Linda B – Dec 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Kathy Rego – Oct 11, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 17, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Apr 24, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Thomas hodgdon – Apr 17, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mark M – Mar 28, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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c.whitney – Mar 12, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jan 18, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Rebecca – Aug 05, 2023
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What went well
No results
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
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Connie Buda – Aug 28, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Kenneth Arthur Jacobsen – May 22, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Bob W. – Apr 02, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Zona Mlakar Carson City Nv. – Sep 12, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Anna B – Aug 18, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Milton towne in Lincoln, CA – Jan 21, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Janice Hinson in Reno – Mar 22, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bill Nunes in Fallon – Nov 16, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Peter Althausen, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Reno, NV and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Tufts University in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center and Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Tufts University

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Dr Raymond Swarts MD LTD.555 N Arlington Ave Reno, NV 89503
1
Reno Orthopaedic Clinic LTD195 N Ada St Fallon, NV 89406
2
Renown Regional Medical Center1155 Mill St Reno, NV 89502
3

Practice

Reno Orthopedic Center1365 Medical Pkwy Carson City, NV 89703
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northern Nevada Medical Center

    2375 E Prater Way
    Sparks, NV 89434
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback

  • Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center

    1600 Medical Pkwy
    Carson City, NV 89703

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Renown Regional Medical Center

    1155 Mill St
    Reno, NV 89502
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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