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Dr. Paul Peterson, MD

Dr. Paul Peterson, MD

Sleep Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Peterson, MD is a sleep medicine internist in Saint Cloud, MN and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1995. He is affiliated with Centracare-St. Cloud Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

1200 6th Ave N Saint Cloud, MN 56303
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(320) 240-2829

Dr. Peterson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Peterson specializes in the areas of Emergency Medicine, Epilepsy, Neurocritical Care, Neurology, Sleep Medicine & Vascular Neurology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Peterson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peterson

4.3

22 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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AW – Jul 21, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
BJohnson – Aug 22, 2020
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Raleigh – Aug 04, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Jamie Sue in Fuquay, NC – Aug 01, 2017
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Rafael Morales in Garner, NC – Feb 06, 2016
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Sleep Spotlight

About Me

care philosophy

As a neurology and sleep medicine specialist I work together with a team of physicians who believe in working together to achieve the best possible outcome for each patient. Our teamwork approach allows us to recommend the most effective treatment...read more

  • Sleep Medicine

  • Vascular Neurology

  • Neurology

  • Emergency Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Duke University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2007

  • San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • Wilford Hall Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1995

  • Texas Lutheran University

    Undergraduate School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Emergency Medicine®
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Emergency Medicine
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Epilepsy
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Neurocritical Care
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Neurology
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Sleep Medicine
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Vascular Neurology
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Dr. Peterson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

  • America's Top Physician's; Consumer Research Council of America, 2011

  • America's Top Physician's; Consumer Research Council of America, 2010

  • Patient's Choice Award, 2008

  • America's Top Physician's; Consumer Research Council of America, 2009

  • Patient's Choice Award, 2009

  • America's Top Physician's; Consumer Research Council of America, 2012

  • Patient's Choice Award, 2012

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Locations

Practice

CentraCare Clinic1200 6th Ave N Saint Cloud, MN 56303
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Practice

St Vincent Healthcare1233 N 30th St Billings, MT 59101
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St Cloud Hospital Decentralized Lab1406 6th Ave N Saint Cloud, MN 56303
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Centracare-St. Cloud Hospital

    1406 6th Ave N
    Saint Cloud, MN 56303
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    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

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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