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Dr. Vanessa Peters, MD

Dr. Vanessa Peters, MD

Family Medicine*
20+ years of experience
(858) 437-9941

Dr. Vanessa Peters, MD is a family medicine physician in Escondido, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Calgary|University Of Calgary Faculty Of Medicine in 2000. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center Escondido. She is not accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (14 reviews)
(858) 437-9941
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225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102
Escondido, CA 92025

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Escondido - Second Avenue Family Medicine225 E 2nd Ave Ste 102 Escondido, CA 92025
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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise • Dr. Peters specializes in the area of Family Practice. 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 • Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Peters' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peters

4.5
14 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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I have already recommended Dr. Peters.
She is GREAT....she is friendly, helpful, and knows how to care for a patient
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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Jean – Sep 12, 2024
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excellent doctor
Dr. Peters treats me as a dermatologist. She is thorough, inquisitve re: my conditions, courteous, and most professional.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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edward murphy – Jul 28, 2022
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At my initial visit and physical, Dr. Peters detected a heart murmur. She asked if I had been told by my previous PCP of the condition. I had not, in fact I had had a complete physical just 4 months prior and 3 annual ones also. She was very upset that the murmur had been missed and had a cardiologist exam set up soon after. Her expertise and acute hearing led to me having open heart surgery where my aorta valve that had been leaking was replaced. I feel that Dr. Peters in essence saved my life. I would recommend this doctor to anyone in need of a PCP who is a very qualified physician and a very compassionate human being who is truly interested in her patient's health & well being.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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DENNIS GALT – Aug 13, 2020
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Dr. Peters accepted me as a patient about 2 years ago after my primary care physician of 20+ years discontinued her practice. Dr. Peters has stepped in and stepped up to become my new primary care physician, and a truly great one at that. She is compassionate, timely, knowledgeable and simply excellent by my standards. What could have well been a very difficult time for me has been far better than expected. Dr. Peters and her staff are highly recommended by me.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Mike Concannon – Nov 19, 2019
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Dr. Peters allocates sufficient time, listens to her patients, is caring and is obviously proficient.
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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Mike Concannom in Escondido, CA – Dec 30, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

To promote optimal well-being there must be trust, open communication and mutual respect between patient and doctor.

biography

Vanessa Peters, MD derives great satisfaction from the enduring relationships she is able to form with her patients and from helping them to achieve good health and well-being. She received her medical degree from the University of Calgary...read more

  • Family Medicine

  • Geriatric Medicine

  • Pediatric 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.

  • University Of Saskatchewan / College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • University Of Sakatchewan|university Of Saskatchewan

    Internship Hospital, 2001

  • University Of Calgary|university Of Calgary Faculty Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd
    Poway, CA 92064
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92029
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all 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

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

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Palomar Medical Center Downtown Escondido

    555 E Valley Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92025
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards
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